How Rowing Helps Me Deal with Being Overwhelmed
In rowing, each stroke is a new opportunity, a new chance to get it right. There is no time or opportunity to stop and fix or redo a previous stroke, it is imperative that you start fresh with each new stroke. When you stop rowing the whole boat stops, whether by yourself or in a […]
Microplastics, My Frenemy
Why I Might Start Wearing Metal Armour on the daily. It started with a baby bottle. A nice, BPA-free, eco-conscious, pastel-toned piece of modern parenting pride. And then I learned more horrifying truths: BPA-free doesn’t mean toxin-free. Because when you heat plastic, any plastic, you’re essentially slow-cooking yourself a nice bisphenol bisque with a side […]
A Different Kind of Journey
In 2024, my family and I agreed to me taking a six-month leave of absence from my work. For most people, this would mean staying in your home and your community while you just take time off from work. When you are an expat, things look a little different, as your housing, schooling, visa, etc., are all tied to your employment. […]