Getting Lost – Epilogue
In 2010, Dean and I had been bushwalking by ourselves for over two years and thought we could improve our knowledge of this activity we enjoyed so much by joining … Continue reading Getting Lost – Epilogue
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Getting Lost – Part 6
I considered this would be the first and last bushwalk I would undertake with a group of walkers. Their approach, or more accurately, their attitude, was not for me. I … Continue reading Getting Lost – Part 6
Getting Lost – Part 5
I was cut off from the rest of the group and I was starting to get angry. How dare they be so selfish, so self-centred and totally inconsiderate me? Someone … Continue reading Getting Lost – Part 5
Getting Lost – Part 4
I just wanted someone to comfort me. I wanted to get out of the rainforest and back to the car. I wanted my husband to come walking towards me, wrap … Continue reading Getting Lost – Part 4
Getting Lost – Part 3
I cannot believe they went ahead without me. I know the Golden Rule of Bushwalking: “The group can only go as fast as the slowest walker.” I was the slowest … Continue reading Getting Lost – Part 3
The Warmest Thing
Sometimes it’s possible to be so cold, that even a scarf can be the warmest thing we place around us. I was sitting huddled over in one of those retro … Continue reading The Warmest Thing
An Overdue Love Letter
Dearest Beloved, My heart aches to think that I may have taken you for granted, because, believe me, I don’t. I never have and I never will.
Getting Lost – Part 2
As the skies began to darken, so to my feeling of dread. I was carrying it around in my bones. As if my backpack wasn’t heavy enough, I was weighing … Continue reading Getting Lost – Part 2
A Walk in the Park
It’s such a lovely day today, sitting here on the park bench, finishing this little red sweater for Jessica’s little baby. My Grandson. He’s so cute and such a happy … Continue reading A Walk in the Park
Just a Cup of Coffee
I wanted a cup of coffee. No! That’s not right. I desired a mug full of golden liquid, imbued with flavour, and needed the instant pick-me-up associated with relishing the brew. … Continue reading Just a Cup of Coffee
The Account Enquiry
‘Please tell me your account number.’ ‘401725983’ Silence . . . ‘Was that, 407125983?’
Betty’s Blue Shoes
I could see them, pushed under the edge of the bed. Betty’s blue shoes. They tell me a lot about Betty, like many other things around house. There’s framed photos … Continue reading Betty’s Blue Shoes
Getting Lost – Part 1
I could not believe I’d lost sight of the person in front of me. I’d been paying attention to the back of their head for several hours, but once the … Continue reading Getting Lost – Part 1
At 12:15
As I approached, he frowned, recognising the crumpled note I held in my hand. How could I tell him, she wasn’t coming? – ⋅ o ♥ o ⋅ –
The Music Appreciator
My mother sang all the time. She would sing in the shower, she’d sing as she cooked, she’d sing as she played her piano. She would place a record on … Continue reading The Music Appreciator
My Room With No View
My room was very deep and dark, Devoid of light; devoid of windows. I just woke up in it one day. I had no idea how I got there. I … Continue reading My Room With No View
He Drives Me Nuts!
I love him, I do. And I’m not just saying that. My husband is the light of my life, the beacon that guides me to safe waters and the rock … Continue reading He Drives Me Nuts!
My Mother’s Earring
When my mother passed away, amongst the items of jewellery my father gave me was a pair of earrings. I loved them and remembered what they meant to my mother. … Continue reading My Mother’s Earring
