One-pot cassoulet
The American singer Tina Turner died this week. She performed with great energy, had an incredible voice. I admire the way she turned her life around. She seemed to always have a strong and positive presence. Inspiring lady. I have been humming and singing a few of her well-known songs since hearing the news – […]
Five units to go
Tonight I discovered, much to my surprise, that I passed a subject I’d struggled with last semester. It was an incredibly hard period, after losing Dad in March. I still struggle at times. I often wonder why I am doing this degree, what is in my future. I remember Dad telling me he was proud […]
Good night
Yesterday, we made the final and heartbreaking decision to euthanize our two much-loved companions, our fur babies, Spook and Ebony. It was a sad conclusion to many months of careful monitoring as their physical health declined due to old age and worn out bodies. Ebony, my little street fighter with the softest ears had the […]
Semester break!
Such an exciting moment when I finished the last assessment task for the semester a little before 6 pm today, a full day ahead of the deadline. It was like a weight was lifted from me, and I bounced around the house with whoops and hallelujahs. Essays are not easy for me, I labour over […]
Farewell nurses!
I officially finished up with the nursing agency on Wednesday, although it has been a few weeks since I did any work. I had committed to remain available until the end of the month in case any questions came up, but the handover seems to have gone smoothly. I sent Blessing a quick email on […]
Christmas baking
Since I’m not working right now, I haven’t been part of the Christmas traditions that usually happen at a workplace, like decorating the office, having an end-of-year party, giving Secret Santa gifts, and so on. And Christmas is normally low-key for us at home, but this year I am feeling a little bit excited about […]