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Imbolc – 117 words

February 2, 2022 By Ellen

Imbolc. We are poised midway between the solstice and the equinox. And the moon is new. Auspicious, some would say. I hope so, but I don’t really know. I wish I was wrapped in the old wisdom like a velvet cloak. I could stand and gaze at the stars, full of knowing. I can see […]

Here’s How To Ensure That Your Home Is Safe And Sound For Kids

February 2, 2022 By Ellen

You might think that your home is always going to be a safe space for your kids. However, this may not be the case and there may be issues that you will need to contend with. Here’s how you can tackle them head on. Complete The Repairs First, to avoid housing disrepair claims […]

Parliament – 96 words

February 1, 2022 By Ellen

Parliament. Owls would be much better. We have a parliament of liars and sneaks who squark loudly, flail their feathers and fling mud in the face of the truth hoping that no one will notice how far they fall short. What huge heads on narrow shoulders to think themselves special enough to deserve parties while […]

Cake – 104 words

January 31, 2022 By Ellen

Cake. Why don’t men make a fuss about cake… or gin? We’re made to think it’s women who go ‘ooooh, red velvet, ooooh, martini’ like we were under some kind of spell and these – admittedly delicious and lovely – things knock out our ability for lucid, angry thoughts. It’s almost as if women can’t […]

Black and white – The Tragedy of Macbeth

January 21, 2022 By Ellen

This is not a review, you can make your own minds up, just some images left on my mind. Black and white. The Tragedy of Macbeth is shot in black and white. Angular, stark, unflinching. Wingbeats of birds and blood drops build the drama, while the dagger is only in Macbeth’s head. Nothing in a […]

How to select a hobby

January 21, 2022 By Ellen

Starting a brand new hobby should always be high on the list of things you need to do. Hobbies are a great way to unwind, relax and have fun. If you don’t currently have a hobby you may be wondering how to select one and how to enhance your skills when you do take up […]

Pride – 113 words

January 20, 2022 By Ellen

Pride. It comes before a fall, they say, in a way that makes you want to suppress it, like a fart. Taking pride, on the other hand, is a good thing – to do with ironed creases and polished shoes. Things that line up. Mother’s Pride, instead, is a kind of bread in a waxy […]

The Top 4 Home Alarm Systems

January 20, 2022 By Ellen

Keeping our home safe is essential. If it weren’t, we’d hand our keys out to people on the streets. Luckily, securing your home has never been more exciting and more accessible, thanks to the advancements of technology and improved security system installation options. Now, instead of setting up an alarm on your home and leaving […]

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