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The Dictionary of Lost Words
Who decides which words go in the Dictionary? Which words are left out?
Thank you
I’ve been realising that I have a tendency to focus on the issues in my life. What are people doing wrong? What is annoying? What are all the faults in the world? I’ve been trying to make sure that I also pay attention to all the positives. One thing I wanted to do was thank everyone for what they’ve done for me over the course of my life.
The best TV series of 2020
As we reach the end of 2020, I've been reflecting on the best TV series of the year.
In Praise of: Packed to the Rafters
It seems that during these uncertain times we are all reaching for some form of comfort. Whether its comfortable clothing (guilty) or comfort food (definitely guilty), things that are familiar and homely are all the rage.
Where we've been, where we're going
We’ve almost reached the end of the year. I’m not where I thought I’d be; I suspect a lot of us aren’t.
Looking back on 2020
Another year has come and gone, and I find myself once again thinking of the good, the bad and the ugly.
5 Inspirational and Iconic Women of the Past
This list of 5 inspirational and iconic women of the past will leave you feeling confident, inspired, empowered, and ready for anything, whatever your gender! Including Princess Diana, Ada Lovelace, Marilyn Monroe, and more!
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Taking responsibility
Getting help from others has been really helpful for me, but I can’t expect others to fix all of my issues for me. Sometimes I think I have had that expectation, but there are some things I just have to pull through for myself.
Review: Dark Emu
Bruce Pascoe's 2014 novel Dark Emu challenges the notion that, prior to settlement in 1788, Aboriginal peoples led a primitive lifestyle. On the contrary, Pascoe argues that Aboriginal peoples enjoyed a complex, enduring relationship with the land.