The Joy of Small Things

Bookish readers will know that last month, Arundhati Roy (author of The God of Small Things) published her first memoir, and the paperback of Nigel Slater’s A Thousand Feasts was released. Slater’s book celebrates the “little joys illuminating an increasingly darkening world” – moments which can “feed the soul”. In the spirit of small things,…

How to be a Little Ray of Sunshine

Be confident in who you are and what you want from life. At the age of 25, I’m pretty sure of myself. I’ve had lots of good times and lots of bad times, each one shaping me into the woman I am today. When I look in the mirror, I like what I see. Yes, there…

24 Things I’m Grateful for at 24 Years Old

We had a fun weekend. I’m feeling capable in my job. My friends are fabulous. My family is supportive. I still haven’t cried over you. I haven’t heard from you.  How predictable.  How telling. The summer is starting to fill up with adventures. Someone is teasing me, giving me hope.  False hope?  Who cares? My…