Do you ever have days where you look back, and you are unhappy with the person you were that day? Do you ever have days, where you are in the middle of life, washing the dishes, changing the nappies, talking to your husband and you know that you are not the person you should be? … Continue reading messy … a challenge
feeding my soul … strength for the challenge
Any athlete will tell you that diet is a huge part of their training regime. They deliberately manage fat intake, decide carefully when they need to carbo-load, and restrict certain unhealthy choices. All these deliberate choices enable the athlete's body to be at the right level to get the most benefit of their training and … Continue reading feeding my soul … strength for the challenge
roller coaster … a challenge
Some people like roller-coasters. They love the thrill when you hit the top of the hill and race down at ridiculous speeds, they love going upside down, backwards, or anything unexpected. Me, I'm not one of those people. I am not the person you call up to go to the amusement park, and have a … Continue reading roller coaster … a challenge
the wardrobe … a challenge
Little Miss is tall and leggy, she was wearing size 3 dresses last summer and now that she is 3 those dresses are already way too short. She looks kind of incongruous in them, almost like she is younger, more childlike. When she wears clothes that are the right size she looks more grown up, … Continue reading the wardrobe … a challenge
growing … a challenge
I wonder if a seedling trembles a little as it departs its comfortable and impenetrable shell. I wonder if, as it unfurls its tendrils into the sunlight, it realises how exposed and frail it is. Does it understand the danger of a downpour, or a harsh summer day, or the many bugs circling its leaves … Continue reading growing … a challenge
the encouragers …strength for the challenge
When I watch a sporting final and the victor thanks the crowd for their support, I often feel like it is a rote thing. Like Grammy winners thanking God, or Oscar winners thanking the Academy. Yet today, I can relate to the sportspeople (and those who know my athletic ability will be astounded by this!) … Continue reading the encouragers …strength for the challenge