She hath wings

Learning to soar above life's storms

Month: September 2022

  • Waves In The Distance

    I’m lying in a tent, less than an hour from home. I can hear waves crashing in the distance and I remember the wonderful afternoon we had, sculpting the sand and dipping our toes in the water. A few waves took me by surprise so I ended up with jeans that were sandy and wet…

  • Tiptoeing My Way To Health

    A few weeks ago I saw a little pink flier in letterbox, no bigger than my hand, and I decided to make inquiries. Adult ballet, available even for beginners, just 7 minutes from my house! The time slots will work in with the children and so I am starting in a fortnight. I have had…

  • Caring Cats

    Do they park themselves next to you, keeping you warm, Or play with the pen in your hand? Do they meiow the house down when you put them to bed, Or distract you for hours, unplanned? Perhaps they greet you at the window, Or skid playfully across the floor- Do they curl up and clean…

  • To My Dad

    You weren’t always in agreement with me, But you were by my side; Serious when you needed to be, But always willing to chide. You worked long hours to keep us fed, Setting foot on many a shore- Oh how I wish that just for one day, You could come back through my door! You…