When I say that children’s television programs have changed dramatically in the past decade, I’m not joking. Yesterday, I watched two of my favourite childhood shows for the first time in 8 years – and boy was I shook! Watching Bob the Builder and Thomas the Tank Engine brought back so many memories of my…
Category: Thoughts
The Things We Don’t See
The wind howls on the lonely night Not a sign of life to be seen Little girls sit by their window Watching the world wash by Their arms are marked with fine lines and scars Memories of their past convictions Their eyes, once bright and full of joy Now only seep tears of pain…
BOOK REVIEW: Nothing More by Anna Todd
Blurb: Living, loving and growing up in the big city. New York’s skyscrapers and hectic pace are a far cry from where Landon Gibson grew up, and the transition to New York University has been jarring. But he’s getting the hang of things, found a job that pays (some of) his bills, enjoys school, and…
Gratitude Journal: 24th November 2021
Wednesday, 23rd November 2021 – Today’s happy moment: Holding hands while ice skating with ***** Today I’m grateful for: My friends What challenged me: The bubble thingo popping ( from when I got burned by oil) :/ What I learnt: There are many versions of us Goals for tomorrow: Sit with ***** on the train
BOOK REVIEW: After Ever Happy by Anna Todd
Blurb: Tessa and Hardin have defied all the odds, but will they get their fairy tale ending? After Ever Happy. Life will never be the same. Tessa and Hardin have had enough surprises. Their bond is stronger than ever, but every new challenge they face shakes their foundation – and Hardin’s impenetrable facade – to…
You’re the Side Character in the Main Character’s Story
Do you ever feel like you’re the side character in someone else’s story? You have no contribution to the story, except for being the supportive best friend who carries the whole show but gets no recognition. Sometimes it feels like I’m that side character. We do so much for others. We give, and give and…
2021 WEEKLY REFLECTION: 15th November – 21st November
Things I Accomplished This Week: I got 17/20 for my english assessment Read two books (Radio Silence by Alice Oseman, and Beautiful Boys (Beautiful Bastard, Beautiful Stranger, Beautiful Player) by Christina Lauren) Design and Tech Cooking pracs Highlights of my Week: Jujitsu Training Ice Skating with my crush Going to salvos with my mum Hardships I…
BOOK REVIEW: The Honey-Don’t List by Christina Lauren
Blurb: Carey Duncan has worked for home remodelling and design gurus Melissa and Rusty Tripp for nearly a decade and has helped them build an empire. The Tripps are on the verge of superstardom. There’s only one problem: America’s favourite couple can’t stand each other. James McCann was originally hured as a structural engineer, but…
A Letter From My Past Self
A Letter From My Past Self Dear Future Me… I love you. I love your big brown eyes, your beautiful smile, your chubby cheeks. I love it when you vibe to music, give hugs to your friends, be brave and try something new. Today, on Dylan O’Brien’s birthday, you told ***** that you didn’t like…
BOOK REVIEW: In A Holidaze by Christina Lauren
Blurb: It’s the most wonderful time of the year… But not for Maelyn Jones. She’s living with her parents, hates her going-nowhere job and has just made a romantic error of epic proportions. But perhaps worst of all, this is the last Christmas Mae will be at her favourite place in the world – the…