This is just how we live. But why do I feel so deeply about it? No one else seems to be bothered. Sometimes I wish I had an emotional off switch. I know he wishes that too. Emotions cause weakness and right now I feel so pathetic. Every week there is a riot. And when … More This Is Just How We Live
As another year draws to a close, I thought it only right for me to muster some energy and do my annual reflection of the 12 months gone by. It’s a rarity to find me on WordPress these days, I know, and I would love to say that 2026 will be all about creating more … More The Year Of Toxicity
2024, what a year you have been! From two weddings in the house, to a surprise redundancy, to welcoming my second beautiful baby boy into this world, 2024 has definitely been nonstop. I honestly don’t even feel like I’ve had time to breathe this year. I would love 2025 to be the year that I … More See You Later Alligator
Once upon a time, this Small Town Girl used to religiously dedicate each of her birthday-eves to writing a blog post reflecting on the year that had gone by. This had been a tradition of mine since circa 2013. Fast forward to my 31st birthday last year and I broke my longstanding tradition [insert crying … More Reviving My Birthday Tradition
Hello dear Reader, I know it’s been a while…I hope you haven’t forgotten about me! I’ve been pretty absent in 2023, I must admit, but you know I had to make a special appearance for my obligatory end of year round-up post. 2023 did not involve as much writing (or reading or exercising for that … More 2023: You Were A Good’un
As I look into the mirror I think – whose body is this? It can’t be mine, Dark marks galore and a deep coffee coloured line, That runs all the way down my belly though it isn’t very straight, Fresh burgundy stretch marks and back pain from carrying this extra weight. I haven’t seen my … More 35 Weeks And Counting
I get it, sometimes when you’re not in the best place mentally, it can be a hard pill to swallow hearing someone else’s good news. “Oh you got engaged? Wow I’m so happy for you” – {she says in the most disinterested, monotone voice ever heard.} When you’re down in the dumps, it’s actually easier … More Sometimes It’s Easier To Mourn Than To Rejoice
And just like that folks, I’ve come to the end of another decade of life, My twenties saw me explore the big city, travel the world, build a career, forge some amazing friendships, move up the country and become a wife! Honestly speaking, I wouldn’t change a single thing, every experience shaped me in a … More Thank You Twenties, It’s Been A Pleasure!
Since before I can remember, maybe circa 2000 perhaps, I’ve always dealt with death in a certain way. Whenever someone close to me has passed, I’ve written a poem about them. Nothing fancy, just the bare bones of how that person made me feel and what I cherished most about them. I’ve always abided by … More Goodbyes From The Heart
Hello old friend, long time no see. I’ve missed you! The past few 12 months have been hectic to say the least, with SO many ups and downs. I genuinely don’t think I’ve ever laughed and cried so much in a single year! However, I’m pleased to report that I’m ending 2021 with a big, … More Thank You 2021, It’s Been A Pleasure!
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