Back To Where It All Began

There’s something to be said for having a do-over. Almost twelve years ago, I gave birth to my firstborn in the same birthing suites where I will be returning to in the next three months. Today’s appointments in that area of the hospital made me realise that I still have some healing to do. E-man’s

Unexpected Visitors

Last Sunday I let out a scream bigger than the one when my son entered the world. Never in my life have I found a mouse in the washing! I asked my husband to help me carry the hamper outside, leaving the other one in the bath. Upon my request, he helped me to check

Waves In The Distance

I’m lying in a tent, less than an hour from home. I can hear waves crashing in the distance and I remember the wonderful afternoon we had, sculpting the sand and dipping our toes in the water. A few waves took me by surprise so I ended up with jeans that were sandy and wet

To My Dad

You weren’t always in agreement with me, But you were by my side; Serious when you needed to be, But always willing to chide. You worked long hours to keep us fed, Setting foot on many a shore- Oh how I wish that just for one day, You could come back through my door! You