Parting
Before I know it, I realise how much the lyrics of one of my favourite songs resonates with the sense of embracing the unknown that must overcome us, in order to move on from relationships in our lives which have run their course. Lyrics which speak to us about letting go, are a poignant reminder that if we have a relationship with ourselves, letting go is only made all the more easier. A process which must be tolerated even in its infant stages. Whether you are ending a fri
This personal essay explores the emotional reality of being a mid-thirties millennial who’s caring, working, and still living at home — not by choice, but by necessity.
Essay: Two days ago, my parents came back from overseas. I’d been anxious for a week, planning how to restock the fridge with food they’d want after their flight. I knew they’d be jet-lagged, and I wanted them to come home to comfort — snacks, meals, and a house that felt prepared for their return. Between full-time work and exhaustion, I squeezed in errands during lunch breaks and after hours. By the time I’d finished, I’d missed yoga, hadn’t walked the dog, and could feel t
