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It’s never slay to slay
If you had to give up one word that you use regularly, what would it be? Not me. But now it seems like the perfect time to talk about the fact that I’ve really grown to dislike the word slay. It seems to be everywhere now. And I don’t want to be a fuddy duddy.… Continue reading
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No grudges
Are you holding a grudge? About? I used to. But not in The Second 50. Holding a grudge can impact our mental and physical health, contributing to stress, anxiety, and depression. It can damage our relationships with others and make day to day life more difficult than it needs to be. I just don’t want… Continue reading
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Rust, ruin, and bridge cameras
***** Reposted with permission from the Rusty Ruin Journal, 2024. There’s something delightful about rust. Patches of red, brown, and black, especially rough and grim, signifying the decay of something once prized. It’s a reminder that nothing lasts forever. It gives one pause to consider time, relentless and vast. Also a good excuse to post… Continue reading
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America is calling
Share a story about the furthest you’ve ever traveled from home. The furtherest point I have travelled from my home town in Adelaide, Australia, is Miami, Florida. I loved it. I fell in love with the Art Deco styling on some of the buildings. Continue reading
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A cosy beachfront cottage
What does your ideal home look like? My dream home is a cozy, sun-drenched cottage on the beachfront. A 360-degree verandah allows views sprawling across the water and garden. A modern kitchen is perfect for culinary adventures, with dining and living space that can be both indoors and outdoors – converted depending on the weather.… Continue reading
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I wrote a poem about hope.
This is my first attempt at a poem on here. In The Second 50, I thought, why not. I would appreciate a like or a comment on this one. I might do some more on another day. …..Hope, a spark that flickers, enriching the soul,Energy that fills my spirit whole.It dances across the room and… Continue reading
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Top 10 TV Comedies
What brings a tear of joy to your eye? The best TV comedies of all time. A subjective reflection for sure. However, 10 of my favourite comedy shows of all time include (not in any order): * Seinfeld. * The Office (US and UK). * Everybody Loves Raymond. *Gavin & Stacey (UK). * Parks and… Continue reading
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Reposted…. remembrance of old cameras and simple joys
I came across an old Flickr group about a long obsolete and out of production Finepix camera. The discussion thread there is now long abandoned and filled with hopeful posts from beginner photographers, posts from film camera veterans excited about the possibilities of digital photography, and people who zealously posted flower photos and praised the… Continue reading
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Social media to blogging. A journey.
Why do you blog? I blog because it’s a way to connect with others who share my interests or are open to reading the random thoughts of a stranger. I use it a bit like a digital diary where I can record my thoughts, experiences, and discoveries. Blogging allows me to express myself creatively, learn… Continue reading
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Getting to know you…
Interview someone — a friend, another blogger, your mother, the mailman — and write a post based on their responses. Fav colour: pink and green Fav food: avocado Fav drink: water because it’s versatile! Fav TV show: Modern Family Fav movie: Daddy Daycare, The Shining, How to Lose a Guy in 10 days and The… Continue reading
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