Tag Archives: slice of life

Getting into it!

So far, I’ve started strong with my art practice. The haze of Christmas and New years is behind us. So, I’ve focused on setting routine in our home. With four kids, I find routine really helpful with: a) keeping my sanity, b) getting things done. I also adjusted my art expectations to keeping projects small,Continue reading “Getting into it!”

On loss

The author reflects on her experiences of losing possessions due to a bushfire in her teenage years, highlighting the change it brought in her attitude. She realized the insignificance of physical possessions, learning to value relationships and community more. Now, despite owning a home and belongings, she affirms that losing all wouldn’t be catastrophic, underlining the importance of connection and shared values.

Kindness Zine

It takes courage to be kind. Maya Angelou We can all agree that 2020 was an ‘interesting year.’ Covid unleased a turmoil that the modern world hadn’t seen before. With lockdowns and great uncertainty, I, like many became weighted with anxiety. I found solace in creating zines and sending them to friends. It felt likeContinue reading “Kindness Zine”

House sparrow

In 2022 I wrote a thing… I’m note sure what it is, but it is certainly words. I often find my thoughts trailing off on my, excited by new shiny ideas, or overwhelmed but the many things I have to do. I was watching little birds flitting about some food scraps my children had leftContinue reading “House sparrow”

Benefits of creativity as a carer

Seven years we gave birth to our second child and seven years ago our world was turned upside down. She was born with trisomy 21 (Downs Syndrome) and we had no idea what to expect going forward. What would it mean for our careers, her future, relationships, would/should we have more children. One big fearContinue reading “Benefits of creativity as a carer”