Daytrippin’: Travelling soothes the soul; forever shall I wander, free and in love with the world.

On my return from Australia in July 2015, a decision that in hindsight I wish I’d thought more about, my burning, itchy feet had barely touched the ground before I knew I had to up and leave again. With financial woes preventing me from embarking on another trip of a lifetime so soon after returning … More Daytrippin’: Travelling soothes the soul; forever shall I wander, free and in love with the world.

Winter is coming…

This time last year I was basking in the blistering heat, developing a nice tan, somewhere off the coast of Queensland, Australia (probably Fraser Island come to think of it); taking in the magnificent coastline views and not worrying about having to buy a new winter coat. What a difference 365 days makes! I’ve been … More Winter is coming…

Close Your Eyes

As I appear to have been neglecting my blog recently in begrudging and reluctant favour of participating in full time work; a job I care little for and wish I could walk away from but cannot as the financial catch 22 situation prevents me from doing so, I’ve been channeling my creativity and writing into … More Close Your Eyes

When Creativity Wanes, Head For The Ocean

There may come a time in every Creative’s life when that spark of artistic talent slows down; when the creative flow wanes; when there’s nothing being produced except, well, nothingness. Becoming consumed and bogged-down with life, and monotony, and routine (yawn) sometimes voids a Creative of all inspiration – there’s no stimulus to give you … More When Creativity Wanes, Head For The Ocean

The Truth Hurts

They say the truth hurts, but you don’t believe it until you’re actually faced with it yourself. And you know what, it more than hurts, it wretches at your soul; twists it into small, tiny, unidentifiable pieces and then spits it back out. The truth, apart from being a great platform to base your life … More The Truth Hurts

Travel Light, Travel Safe, Travel Smart – Ten Things You Probably Won’t Need On Your Backpacking Adventure

Now, I’m far from a globetrotting-pro, and I don’t claim to be experienced in navigating my way across rough terrain, remote desert land or arctic tundra with only 7kgs on my back and a tattered old atlas for company, but I do happen to know a few things, and what essentials to take with you … More Travel Light, Travel Safe, Travel Smart – Ten Things You Probably Won’t Need On Your Backpacking Adventure