Our Crawford's Gem has matured into the World's Gem. My longtime friend and basically sister from another mother is moving to Belgium for a year to advance her studies. And when I say advance her studies, I mean homegirl is going to do her second Masters — hey now! I am super happy and inspired — I … Continue reading Au Revoir Dinner
My journey of eating a full plant-based diet and supporting cruelty-free brands rarely involves thinking about the various different and individual animals affected by humans in countless ways. Yesterday, 11th August 2018, gave a new light to "cruelty-free". I was invited to Amarula and WildlifeDirect's campaign on raising global awareness about elephant conservation on World … Continue reading Amarula & World Elephant Day
August is considered Women's Month. But really, when I think about it — I think celebrating women, celebrating each other as women is actually an everyday ritual. I say this more significantly as a single mother who has experienced the sheer love and support from other women each and everyday. The understanding without having to over-explain … Continue reading Women’s Day Celebrations
Last Tuesday, 6 March 2018, I attended the open mic session of Pick Me Up Poetry. I went in not really knowing what to expect, high key anxious of the kind of crowd I'd meet, and contemplating reciting a poem should I decide I like the crowd haha many emotions. Hosted either at Bread & … Continue reading Pick Me Up Poetry
I attended the SA Book Fair this year, 9 September, hosted in Newtown, Johannesburg. I do not frequent the inner city as much anymore so it was quite refreshing to see how it continues to evolve and develop. For one, I was rather impressed with the Newtown Junction Mall — it was my first time there … Continue reading SA Book Fair 2017
