Why does darkness penetrate my soul? Why do I tremor away from being bold? When will the sunlight warm my veins? When will it feel like springtime again? What makes me feel this way? What can I do to make gladness stay? Where do I go to rewire my brain? Where do I go to … Continue reading Poem regarding postnatal depression.
#not just another statistic.
Don't You look young? Yes. I am young. I am youthful. A youthful mother. Yes I have heard of condoms-Have you? No I am not on benefits, but so damn what if I was? They are there to help people. People in need. Yes I do have my head partly screwed on. (I know you … Continue reading #not just another statistic.
The sixth sense.
We are taught about the 5 senses from a young age; sound, sight, smell, touch & taste. We explore & exercise these senses by feeling textures, tasting spices, smelling flowers (or my toilet-humoured families farts) or even listening to various frequencies. But what about the 6th sense? The sense that is so important to consider … Continue reading The sixth sense.
Ageism in parenthood.
Regardless of how old you are and how many life experiences you've had It's so naive to believe that anyone has 'found' themselves before having children. You flourish into someone different on so many levels, you become so willing and selfless and it doesn't matter if your 15 or 50 your whole being is just … Continue reading Ageism in parenthood.
YouthfulMama 