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The Best Laid Plans of Mice and Sparrows

As the fading daylight turns golden, the house settles, and the stitches in the blanket I am making for my mum take shape, no longer just a blob. The soft yarn cascades through the skein, through busy hands and clicking knitting needles. I do not think it will be done by Mother’s Day as intended.… Continue reading The Best Laid Plans of Mice and Sparrows

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Don’t Be a Thief of Joy

The signs are obvious. The moment a person feels that enthusiasm crushed beneath sarcasm or condescension, they withdraw. Their expression tightens, their voice shifts, their entire presence becomes hesitant. And yet, the Thief of Joy—the one who caused the dimming—may not even notice. Or worse, they might get angry that they’re suddenly being shut out.… Continue reading Don’t Be a Thief of Joy