The sandpit
September 27, 2021My dad gave Grace a sandpit this week. For the last couple of days she has been really enjoying it. I on the other hand was not. Worries surfaced about more grit in the house and on our artificial lawn. The first day she had the sandpit, I sat at a distance, enjoying that she was enjoying it, but also preoccupied with my phone hoping she wouldn’t notice. The second day of the sandpit, I sat my chair closer to the pit. It made Grace feel at ease knowing I was close. It also was tactical on my account, because…
Quitting quitting
I have a tendency to quit I’m all excited about fresh starts and beginnings. However when it gets too hard, or when the shiny newness has worn off, I’m just left with the need for routine and consistency. These things…
Money is my business
Recently, it occurred to me that money is the thing I trust most. I’m not exactly proud of this fact, and I want to change it. But acknowledgement is the first step. When I say that money is the thing…
Let Her Rest
Let her restYou are aliveYet in a grave you stay Let her restShe feels no illIt’s peaceful where she lay Let her restYou wrestle and writheBut best to let it be Let her restYou know her wellFar more than memory…
The Thief of Joy
I find it funny how I can feel completely content whilst I sit at home, but if you put me in the ring with a few other women, one of two things may happen. I can feel completely at home…
I can’t breastfeed…and other revelations to me
“Fed is best”. The first time I heard that phrase was when I was having a deep and meaningful conversation with a friend after having my daughter. Prior to having my daughter I had attempted to collect breast milk antenatally,…
20 Rules for Life
Love deeply. Love so much for the other person. Love that person as much as you love yourself. Love isn’t easy. It’s hard work. Love because you are loved. Stop upholding your image. Do not hesitate because you are worried…
