Crap poems part 5 – Education
We’re going through a big learning curve in this house. My partner is in some important training with his job, our daughter is now at school and at the ripe old age of 41, I’m nearing then end of my degree. If you’d have asked me at 16 if futher education was in my futureContinue reading “Crap poems part 5 – Education”
The reality of reality TV
Oh yes. It’s that time of year again…the sun is (partially) out, smock dresses and flip flops are impossible to obtain and the freezer is overflowing with Calippos. All of this is a surefire sign of the good news we wait for every June… Love Island. Ok, so lets be clear, I don’t watch thisContinue reading “The reality of reality TV”
Weird words part 3 – Abibliophobia
Well I had to find a word that related to one of my biggest stresses – books. I own too many. But I like to write and I love to read. Twists and turns, new language and slang, mysteries and scares, they all make me smile. Romance hasn’t been my thing for some time, althoughContinue reading “Weird words part 3 – Abibliophobia”
Outside
400 days. An astronaut could go to the ISS, spend 6 months there and come home in that time. Twice. If you position the start and finish right you could squeeze in 2 Christmases. For those that enjoy a takeaway once a week you’d have consumed 57 of them. You’d probably enjoy around 300 lengthierContinue reading “Outside”
Crap Poems Part 4 – Fathers Day
This weekend marks Fathers Day here in the UK, and as my partner is such a hard-working, caring, involved parent and boyfriend, we use it as a great opportunity to celebrate him and thank him for…well, everything. I’m sure many of you will be doing the same. But for most of us these celebrations areContinue reading “Crap Poems Part 4 – Fathers Day”
The jigsaw we didn’t expect has no instructions and never ends 🧩
When we finally had the joy of becoming parents, we were so thrilled and relieved that the years of heartache were over, we didn’t care about whatever the future might toss our way. The circle of 4 we wanted to create was finally whole, with 2 loved-up parents, a dog and the girl we’d we’dContinue reading “The jigsaw we didn’t expect has no instructions and never ends 🧩”
Haiku hope part 3 – The Fan
Close. I hate it when people use this word to describe the temperature, and my partner has been wittering it for days. Are you finding it dull and hot? Those pointless summer days when you sweat but don’t even see the sunshine are pointless aren’t they? So my latest Haiku Hope is dedicated to myContinue reading “Haiku hope part 3 – The Fan”
Cover Girl! 💋
Art was never the primary function of this website. As time has passed it’s become more about the mental well-being of others and showing that creativity can help with stressful symptoms. It’s been a wild ride so far. But by default of the writing and drawing I do for the site and the messages IContinue reading “Cover Girl! 💋”
What are we fighting for?
Arguments. Whether you are mentally fit, mentally unwell or mentally drained, it makes life infinitely worse, and leaves you squinting through a grey sheen throughout the day. But I think (deep down) that everyone loves a conflict from time-to-time, especially when they think they’re right. If I look back I remember cross words that feltContinue reading “What are we fighting for?”
Crap poems part 3 – time
I’m finding myself struggling with sleep, and that only makes me ponder time and how badly I manage it. My most productive moments seem to happen around now – 3.27am on Wednesday. Normally (like now) I can’t sleep because I’m in pain, and although being busy at this time seems efficient, later I’ll pay theContinue reading “Crap poems part 3 – time”
Heroes
Tiny word, huge meaning, millions of connections and a billion reasons it’s a noun thrown around without being meant literally. When you look up the definition of the word it’s realistic to assume that not everyone can be a true hero. However, when you see the everyday man creating mini miracles, acts of heartfelt kindnessContinue reading “Heroes”
Haiku Hope part 2 – lazy
Here’s my latest Haiku of hope, written during downtime and while pondering the days where you get to do nothing at all. Being lazy doesn’t have to be a negative venture. Sometimes it’s essential for your brain to relax and recharge by doing nothing more than kicking back in your pjs with a share boxContinue reading “Haiku Hope part 2 – lazy”
41
I’ve thought long and hard about the contents and the title for this post, and there’s only one woman who I want immoraltalised on this site at the very beginning of this rambling moment… Adele. So, in her honour (as a nod of thanks for the many tears the album ‘30’ has encouraged since it’sContinue reading “41”
Highs and lows of being open to Mediums
Hmmmmm. A contentious subject, no? Someone who openly talks about the effect grief had on their mental health choosing to discuss the pros and cons of clairvoyance. Note – there are complexities in the field of clairvoyance, including the services offered by psychics, clairvoyance, mediums and many other people with the ability to communicate withContinue reading “Highs and lows of being open to Mediums”
Haiku Hope 1 – Succumb
Welcome! Are you looking for ideas for more pointless distractions? Then you’re in the right place. Welcome to Haiku Hope! As part of the Creative Coping Strategies campaign I’ve already introduced ‘Crap Poems’ and ‘Weird Words’ – little tasks for me to get involved in and showcase to you how simple it can be toContinue reading “Haiku Hope 1 – Succumb”
Processing Pride (or avoiding it)
I’m the first in the queue when you need reminding that you should CELEBRATE 🎉 SUCCESS! Of course you should – whatever you did (getting the stripes on the lawn right, mastering potty training, nailing the promotion, finishing an essay…whatever), you did a great job and you deserve a bloody party! Revel in it, wadeContinue reading “Processing Pride (or avoiding it)”
Crap Poems part 2 – Very, very frightening
The second edition of crap poems is here with a subject that was keeping me awake all night yesterday. I hate thunder and love lightning ⚡️, so last nights storm had a negative and fearful effect, as usual. Sometimes even when you close your eyes the lightning penetrates the blackout blind and wakes up theContinue reading “Crap Poems part 2 – Very, very frightening”
Weird Words Part 2 – Resarciate
I’ll try and keep these words as weird, different, unrelated and unexpected as possible. Its been on my mind since this idea went live (31 minutes ago 🤣). My second word relates to relationships and trying to mate things right. Resarciate Resarciate meaning on Dictionary.com – A transitive verb that means to make amends forContinue reading “Weird Words Part 2 – Resarciate”
Weird words part 1 – Jentacular
Holy shit she’s at it again. What are we here for now? Back to Creative Coping Strategies and proving that the possibilities are endless. Again, as I mentioned on the ‘Crap Poems‘ page, I was looking specifically to find a passtime that would give me 3 things; My own Creative Coping Strategy Something fun thatContinue reading “Weird words part 1 – Jentacular”
Crap poems- Part 1
No, I can’t quite believe I’m doing this either. I’m telling you guys, my wonderful visitors, to try creativity as a way of managing stress, mental UNhealth and Mental Illness when you find yourself with spiralling emotions. You know the moments I mean, when your head is overwhelmed by the sadness / pain / angerContinue reading “Crap poems- Part 1”
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