Latest articles by Abby Crawford
Ring in the New Year with new aspirations
It’s the new year and I’m already up to old tricks. Such as saying, “I can’t believe it’s nearly February”.
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Christmas is upon us
Well, I have to say, I’m just a little bit excited for Christmas. Or the “Festive Season”, as I have said, to be politically correct when writing for my corporate clients.
Read MoreI feel like I’m holding my breath
It’s like I’m trying to stay in a very tiny space, and not burst the bubble. Trying to hang onto what’s happening now, and not look too far ahead.
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Nothing compares to Zambi
I knew it was going to happen. I had no doubt. In fact, when I arrived, I was welcomed by the comment, “you’re with your people now”. They could tell by the look on my face, the excitement and energy that was bursting out of me. It was clear to everyone. I am in love.
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I’ve started travelling again
And it’s not a post COVID thing, it’s a post being a single mum of a child thing.
Read MoreHave you ever held a secret dream close to your heart?
Maybe a romantic dream, of meeting the most perfect partner … maybe a dream of winning Lotto and finally being able to walk away from a thankless role … maybe, of being free …
Read MoreThe times, they are a changin’
The words of Bob Dylan’s song have been bouncing around in my head as life seems to head in new directions.
Read MoreWell, here we are at the beginning of “another” new year
It feels like the last few “starts” all merged into a cloud of COVID and restrictions. It’s difficult to look back with anything other than a deep sigh. But this year feels different – it feels fresher, lighter and full of opportunity.
Read MoreIt’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas …
Finally, there is a feeling of celebration in the air! I’ve never been so happy to see the shelves stocked with tinsel and to start to peruse cookbooks for Christmas feast planning … even if it is to end up with the inevitable prawn cocktail, roast chicken and pavlova!
Read MoreThe Great Resignation
I’ve just been cleaning my home-office while listening to a podcast. And I’ve been cleaning my home-office in “business hours” for the first time.
Read MoreIf you could have one wish, what would it be …
Would you turn back time to relive a glorious past, or perhaps launch into the future for a glimpse of what could be?
Read MoreThe adventures of a gypsy soul
I have been living in my home, my beautiful home that I renovated and have loved living in.
Read MoreLife lessons
Lessons are what you get when you don’t get what you want. Life lessons, apparently. At least that was what someone who was “trying” to help pointed out.
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They say a single moment can change your life
Sometimes, your life can just be turned upside down, in what feels like the blink of an eye.
Read MoreA mid-life crisis
It’s terminology that’s been floating around since the ‘80s and conjures up images of sports cars, gold chains and mistresses – men who have “lost” who they are in a desperate bid to cling to their youth.
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Women’s voices
I have hot angry tears burning to be freed from my eyes as I watch women bravely come together to be heard. I feel so guilty I haven’t joined them when they have such an important message to carry.
Read MoreLearning forgiveness through lockdown
You can choose if you’re going to live with anger, regret and revenge and miserably think yourself a victim. Or you can choose to be a hero in your own life and forgive the past and move on” – Lindy Chamberlain.
Read MoreTaking the next step
I saw a little “inspo” cartoon the other day, and it has not left my mind.
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