What lies before us and what lies behind us are tiny matters compared to what lies within us

— Ralph Waldo Emmerson.

I have been ‘meaning’ to do this for months. I was sure I needed all my ducks in a row, the perfect words to share, a theme, a plan or indeed a master plan. But I realised this morning, that was all just smoke and mirrors. I really just needed to start. So here I am, starting. I am sure there will be hiccups along the way, blogs that are not perfectly written or punctuated, but that’s life, right?

A little about me. I am in what I like to call, the prime of my life. I have almost reached the magical half century of life and a three decade long marriage. I am a mother and grandmother. I write, I dance, I crochet, I teach, I home educate, I cook, I research, I love nature, I garden, I adore Angophora trees, I believe my health is my greatest wealth, I adore my family, I believe we are all born infinitely beautiful, talented and purposeful, I am learning that sometimes it takes strength and courage and determination to truly know and believe the previous statement, I am so much more but for now that will do. (insert smiling face)

I recently moved my study to an upstairs room. The view from here is magnificent. Trees, shrubs, my veggie patch, birds, the incoming change in weather and three beloved Angophora trees. These trees stand tall and strong even in the most ferocious wind (our block has a distinct wind tunnel right through the middle). They twist and turn and change direction without rhyme or reason. And when they flower they look like one giant flower head peaking over the top of our roof.

It is hard to know where to start outside of introducing myself. I think it is fair to say that you can expect articles including but not restricted to health, home education, personal growth, food, nature, relationships, boundaries, kids, parenting, grandparenting, joy and community. Until next time, think on this quote from Ralph Waldo Emerson “Adopt the pace of nature: Her secret is patience”

Fionna

This is the first post on my new blog. I’m just getting this new blog going, so stay tuned for more. Subscribe below to get notified when I post new updates.