Gifts from the Barrel

10/26/2024

“Fear is a confirmation of life. I’m afraid because I want to live fully, and to submit to fear is to submit to not living.”

Grief and loss taught me that life is fragile, but also that it’s too precious not to be lived boldly. I had to learn how to hold both joy and sorrow in the same hand, how to keep going even when the “almosts” and “what-ifs” felt too heavy to carry.

Thank you for a conversation that reminded me of the strength we find in vulnerability and the beauty in all the messy, imperfect parts of life.

Here’s to showing up, fear and all! ✨

09/19/2024

Tip: Look into your heavy heart, name its burdens, feel them all, and then make a promise that you will find a way to take your heart some place the eases it and lifts it. A place that despite all that is, all that might be, you will be reminded the love is with you, guiding you, inspiring you. ❤️✨❤️✨

09/19/2024

With Tembi Locke – I just got recognized as one of their top fans! 🎉

07/27/2024

Nice one.

A beautiful reminder ✨

04/10/2022

Easter is a good time to send colourful notes of well wishes and gratitude!

12/22/2021

Miriam Williams Mokuena

In today's world, balancing school, work, kids and more, most of us can only hope for the recommended eight hours of sleep. Examining the science behind our body's internal clock, Jessa Gamble reveals the surprising and substantial program of rest we should be observing.

11/12/2021

New pens, new paper, new colours. Ah...the change of seasons is so inspiring!

01/09/2021

Designs for Valentine's Day are upcoming!

12/18/2020

Elizabeth makes the most wonderful masks. They are adjustable, seasonal, triple layered and beautiful. The card designs are this year's holiday expression. Wishing all a safe and healthy holiday season.