What is Life’s Certainties Life’s certainties are often referred to as solely death and taxes. How many times have you heard that over your lifetime? Benjamin Franklin’s famous quote said, “In this world, nothing is certain except death and taxes.” The dictionary definition of certainty is: ‘firm conviction that something …
Beginning the day with gratitude As birds chirp their morning song, the suns golden rays start their dance across our part of the world. The day begins, waiting for us to awaken. This is the perfect time to express gratitude. For me, it starts with my alarm if I have …
What is My Happy Self? My Happy Self, to me, is defined by being in a state of feeling the most purest joy within my heart and soul. Happiness as we know, is not a constant state of being. It fluctuates, disappears, comes in waves, and varies in intensity. When …
Reading is a favourite pastime of many, and who doesn’t enjoy quotes too? So, what could be better than combining the two! Here I have compiled twenty-five of the best reading quotes for your enjoyment. Is your favourite on the list? 25 Best Reading Quotes “A reader lives a …
Listening, Really Listening I have immense respect for great conversationalists. Deep discussions with earnest listening feed my soul. The interactions and thought provocation are stimulating. What I have observed in recent times is the infrequency of such a thing. It is rare to find those folks who engage with the …
SEptember 21 5.40a.m. I am awake. Not just drowsily awakening. Instantly wide awake but with my eyes still closed tight. “Why?” I cast the question to the Universe. Cold weather is a friend I tolerate with some distaste. Not for its lack of beauty. More so for the immense discomfort …
Distractions – First level Distractions pop their little heads up constantly, all vying for attention. My attention. Each one wants to draw me further away from my writing. “If you tend to me” says one as another swiftly interrupts, shouting “You will feel much better if you spend time with …
My Promise I broke a promise to myself and punishment thumped me with a wallop and a half. Some lessons in life have been served to me, over and over. Yep, I have been a slow learner in certain areas. Other times, these lessons have been a colossal reminder of …
Out of balance Balance in all that I do has been at the forefront of my mind lately. That, and being consistent with all that I do for my writing journey. Striving to attain that optimal equilibrium between my writing, and personal responsibilities, has been proving a challenge. Over a …
Three Wishes by Sue Nolan Three wishes you say, that is what I can have But why only three Sir? One and two, are too few, So, three it is to be, see? Three wishes you say, my mind is racing This one or that, how can …
