I wish I could say I’m one of those people who are bursting with ideas, and have to get them out in some shape or form, otherwise they explode. I’m not like that, yet I can’t help myself. Why do I invest any energy in writing, drawing and taking pictures, even if the faint smell of sweaty effort is … Continue reading
Admiration is inherently complex and can take many forms; it’s usually bound in respect or mere pleasurable contemplation, but it’s always directed towards something we regard as impressive. I have endless admiration for people with dedication and perseverance, who are willing to push their own boundaries; who don’t except the limitations that come from age, lack of knowledge or physical issues; who refuse to except … Continue reading
Several of my friends got fed up with the 9 to 5 day-to-day, and decided to leave their old lives, in some cases even civilisation behind; the comforts of urban society, the convenient security of steady jobs and health insurance. All of them swear that it’s worth it, and they couldn’t imagine going back to pick up the threads of their old lives. Could that … Continue reading
Before we delve into the culinary delights of Belgium as promised, living up to another promise is in order. I promised to push my boundaries by partaking in NaNoWriMo (National Novel Writing Month), which is now over. So here I am recapping on how my escapade with the creative inward journey went. I set a goal of writing 50 thousand … Continue reading
Postcards from the Country 