Category Journal

A space where I share life as it happens — thoughts, small lessons, and everyday stories. From travel tips and simple guides to recipes, dog care, hotel and restaurant reviews, and life after 40, this blog is where real moments and real experiences find a place.

Why Do We Feel Guilty About Doing Things Alone?

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I still remember the first time I sat alone in a café and realized I wasn’t paying any attention to the coffee in front of me. Instead, I was paying attention to everyone else. Or at least, I thought I…

I Think We’ve Forgotten How to Be Bored

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A few days ago, I was sitting in a café waiting for my coffee. It wasn’t taking unusually long. In fact, it was probably taking the same amount of time it always does. But within seconds, I had already reached…

I Got a Tattoo, and It Changed the Way I Think

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I finally got a tattoo. I’ve wanted one for a long time, but for some reason, I kept postponing it. Every time I thought about getting one, another question would appear. Was this the right design? Would I still like…

Why Every Home Needs a Corner That’s Entirely Yours

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A few months ago, I was standing outside my apartment with a cup of tea in my hand, looking at a narrow strip of space along the outer wall near the parking area. There wasn’t anything particularly special about it.…

Over Joking Breaks People From Inside!

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We all joke.It keeps conversations light, reduces tension, and makes friendships easier.A good joke can lift someone’s mood instantly. But there’s a side of humour most people don’t talk about:the moment when jokes cross a thin line and start hurting…