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Some Thoughts on Authentic Friendship

In this post, I reflect on the tendency to overlook conflicts in friendships and emphasise the need for open communication and accountability. I share personal experiences of losing and nurturing friendships, highlighting the impact of genuine connections and mutual respect. I encourage addressing concerns and holding space for difficult conversations in friendships to strengthen bonds. The message underscores the significance of vulnerability, honesty, and willingness to put in the work for meaningful and authentic friendships.

Circus, Kate's Yearly Goals, travel

2023 Highlights and Lowlights

Unless your New Years resolutions include reducing time on social media, or getting off it altogether, you've probably seen a tonne of 2023 Highlights Reels by now. Alongside these Highlights are plenty of reminders that they are just that- highlights. Reminders that if all you did this year was survive, that's okay too. Its also… Continue reading 2023 Highlights and Lowlights

Very Old Quotes

Happy New Year from the Frosts

Happy New Year! Ded Moroz, or Father Frost/Grandfather Frost, is a legendary figure of Slavic pagan mythology associated with New Years Eve. The tradition of Ded Moroz is mostly spread in East Slavic countries and is an important part of Russian culture. Although at the beginning of the Soviet era communists banned Ded Moroz, he… Continue reading Happy New Year from the Frosts

Very Old Quotes

Merry Midsummer

Happy Summer Solstice from the Southern Hemisphere! I live on the Gold Coast on the east coast of Australia. While our British and American friends are feasting on roast turkey, baked potato and hot chocolate, us Aussies are packing up the Esky with cold prawns and ham for a picnic or setting up folding tables… Continue reading Merry Midsummer

Very Old Quotes

Yuletide Blessings

Yuletide Blessings to the Northern Hemisphere! My love for the fairies has been with me all my life. Over the last few years, as part of the expansion of my spiritual journey, I have set the intention to honour the fairy festivals, marking the dates in my diary. My celebrations have not reached the levels… Continue reading Yuletide Blessings

Kate's Writing Journey, Wander Woman Blog Series

My NT Writing Adventure Concludes with Ink and a Bang

Looking back a year on, I realise the significance of concluding my writing adventure in the NT with a tattoo, combining the ink of the writer's pen with the ink of a needle. I was booked in to have my first tattoo done on my last day in Darwin. A quill on my wrist, the… Continue reading My NT Writing Adventure Concludes with Ink and a Bang

Kate's Writing Journey, Wander Woman Blog Series

Kakadu Day Three & Four: Bowali, Burrungkuy, Cooinda Lodge & Maguk Falls

The next morning as my porridge boiled away on my stove, I typed a text to Brett. Thanks for last night. I really hope you keep sharing your music. Don’t be a stranger! A missed call was waiting when I returned from the showers. My heart leapt into a frenzy as I called him back.… Continue reading Kakadu Day Three & Four: Bowali, Burrungkuy, Cooinda Lodge & Maguk Falls

Wander Woman Blog Series

Kakadu Day Two Continued: An Outback Date

I didn’t know what I had expected from my day tour to Arnhem Land, but being asked out for a drink by my tour guide wasn’t it.   We returned to Jabiru in the late afternoon. Back at the caravan park, I washed off the day’s dust and sweat and brushed my hair out of… Continue reading Kakadu Day Two Continued: An Outback Date

Kate's Writing Journey, Wander Woman Blog Series

Kakadu Day Two: Arnhem Land

I woke early on my second day in Kakadu. The morning air was heavy with humidity as I heated instant porridge on my camp stove. I was booked into a group tour headed to Arnhem Land. Just before 8am, I joined a handful of other guests waiting at the front office of the Aurora Kakadu… Continue reading Kakadu Day Two: Arnhem Land

A NEW RELEASE, Inspiration For Writers, Kate's Writing Journey, Short Stories

Reflections on Reflections: One Year On from the Wild Atlantic Writing Awards

On December 6th 2022, I received an email from the Ireland Writing Retreat informing me that I had been selected as a finalist in the Wild Atlantic Writing Awards, in the Flash Fiction category for my entry 'Reflections'. This was an exciting milestone to sneak in before the year's end! It was also the first… Continue reading Reflections on Reflections: One Year On from the Wild Atlantic Writing Awards