Grieving the loss of a sibling

Grieving the loss of a sibling

When my three brothers and I were growing up and trouble hit the fan, Mum would often say, in a bid to keep her brood calm, ‘Well, at least we are all still here.’ She reminded me of this affectionate saying only very recently. I can still recall how I felt as a child...
Start where you are.

Start where you are.

“I’ll start Monday.” How often do you wait for Monday to start the new diet, join the gym, quit the booze – to finally get your life in order? And how often do you wait for the right time to leave the job you hate, or wait for the perfect day to start that project or...
Grief at Christmastime.

Grief at Christmastime.

“It’s the most wonderful time of the year……” And for so many it truly is – for 39 years of my life, it was for me too. But when someone significant in your life dies, often the magic of Christmas dies with them. Like the lights went out. And suddenly it’s no...
Hello!

Hello!

It’s so nice to have you here. I have to confess, writing a blog is new to me. So, as with most things in life that are new, I am a little nervous and my overthinking mind is working overtime – so please bear with me. Let me give you the quick guided tour on how this...