It’s Mother’s Day in Australia soon. I have decided that I may treat myself to a mug or t-shirt with the following quote printed on it. Possibly also including a large ‘WARNING’ tag. Something like this might be a useful deterrent against interruption… or maybe a conversation-starter for interesting material. Either way, it’s one of … Continue reading Daily Inspirations (IWSG May)
It's Christmas Eve in my corner of the world, with tomorrow a day that many in my community - and across the world - celebrate as Christmas. Though its origins are Christian and Pagan, modern society seems to have done away with the religious significance of the date in favour of gift-giving, excessive consumption, and … Continue reading Quantum Holidays
Welcome to another month of the Insecure Writer’s Support Group blog hop. I’m a day late (Australian time) due to illness, but better late than never! Purpose: To share and encourage. Writers can express doubts and concerns without fear of appearing foolish or weak. Those who have been through the fire can offer assistance and … Continue reading Holiday Writing (IWSG Dec)
The clearest way into the Universe is through a forest wilderness. John Muir Hilltop Road, Walpole. CC-BY-ND-2.0 Emma Gill Last week I went to Walpole, Western Australia, to the Valley of the Giants. Known for the world’s largest-girth living eucalypts, the red tingle trees, I spent several days among the forest and coastline of this … Continue reading In The Heart of Trees
I’m about to change jobs. I’ve been working in my industry for three years next month, always with the same company though sometimes different locations. I’m good at what I do, but it was time for me to go somewhere where I could grow. So I’m changing companies, taking on a bigger role with more … Continue reading On Change
