“It was November–the month of crimson sunsets, parting birds, deep, sad hymns of the sea, passionate wind-songs in the pines. Anne roamed through the pineland alleys in the park and, as she said, let that great sweeping wind blow the fogs out of her soul.”― L. M. Montgomery, Anne of Green Gables Disclaimer: this post … More Surviving seasonal depression (a bookish guide)
Do you ever blink and realise two whole months have gone by? I haven’t posted anything on this blog since May 1st. My break from blogging was an unconscious choice. We bought a house and had to move during May, and in June, I went to Edinburgh to see the Eras Tour, and then I … More A quiet life, slow living and cosy books
Hi! It’s Autism Acceptance Week in the UK! And this is a very long post, sorry! I was 27 when I had a weird experience that made me seek therapy for the first time. I had gone to a social event with my partner that I would have preferred to avoid. I was my usual … More Books With Autistic Characters – Autism Acceptance Week 2024
A year ago, I started going to therapy to figure out why I have social anxiety and how to manage it. I’ve always been shy and felt awkward around people. When I was a kid, I was told that was normal, some even found it cute, but I always got the same response from adults, I would grow out of it. Fast forward to my late twenties, and I’m still the same awkward, shy kid, the difference is that now it’s no longer cute, it’s worrying. … More Reading Odd Girl Out and being on the Autism Spectrum
I’ve noticed since I’ve gotten older that the colder months affect me more than they used to. I love autumn and winter, rainy days, cold walks in the woods, long scarves… I spend my summers wishing for days like these, but when the time comes, the cold weather also affects my moods in ways I’m not used to. … More How I’m coping with SAD (Seasonal affective disorder)
Willow in Winter 