I recently read an article in a writers blog I follow about choosing words to guide the writing journey in the new year. Yes, I am aware we are now in the fourth month of the year. But 2026 has not been an easy one so far and it has shaken my belief in myself. […]
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Holidays, the end of the old year, the start of a new one and creativity
Creativity is more than colours on a wall. It is a way to cushion the cold for those that are lost and need inspiration. For it is the storytellers who make a difference to our lives, and it is our lives that make a difference to our world.
Continue readingChilling in December 2024 is a little later than intended. Best Wishes Anyway
2024 becomes 2025 and here is hoping it is a good year.
Continue readingChilling in September 2024 encompasses sharing, author Mary Pearson, films and books
This end of month is a little different as the author I am spotlighting is not a fiction writer. Mary Pearson is fascinating, intelligent and so humorous and she is also someone with a social conscience. On finding herself questioning certain things about herself and societal expectations she stopped to consider what action could make […]
Continue readingAlphabetical games and the letter F in poetry and society
As a teacher (high school and not these days) I was amazed, no not surprised but amazed, as in dumbfounded at how often students even in their last year of school considered the ‘f’ word as a suitable descriptor.
Continue readingChilling in August 2024, mission statements versus goals and an Indie Author
Once again, the end of month is upon me, but this time I am ready. I had a goal and I achieved it. So unusual, especially in these last few months. I have to be honest though and say I can’t take the credit. The floor goes to Mission statements and goals. Inspiration came […]
Continue readingA poem entitled Habits (good or bad), choices and a man like Nico
I can’t help but be fascinated by this vaping craze. In fact, one can’t help but wonder about habits in general. Is gratification that important? Consequently, are we so desperate to gratify that we have forgotten the meaning of the word – satisfy? Satisfaction comes from achievement, from working towards something. Gratifying is a means […]
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