It’s funny, walking away from the thing that has structured your life for about two and a half years. Even if you know, quiet and deep and sad in your bones, that you have to step back – get out or go mad – it still aches a little, saying goodbye. The name you’ve got… Continue reading We go forward, not back
Category: quarter life crisis
Things that no longer work for me
And the Lord said: if thou art a writer in 2016, thou must choose between think-pieces and listicles. Like a lot of writing, this was inspired by a horrific hangover. I’ve written before about how growing up a bit simply means figuring out what you’ve got the energy to worry about, and what you… Continue reading Things that no longer work for me
Live to work/work to live – part two
To my immense surprise, Part One of this rather rambling rant went down well, so thank you so much to everyone who liked it, commented, sent me messages and suggested further reading – I really appreciate it, and I can’t tell you how utterly lovely it is when people seem to get properly involved with… Continue reading Live to work/work to live – part two
Live to work or work to live – part one
Disclaimer: I knew this was going to be a weird one – I had a lot of thoughts, and when I got to 1300 words and realised I had at least a third of those thoughts still to hash out, I did the unthinkable and sent DB a draft. He suggested breaking it up, so… Continue reading Live to work or work to live – part one
On growing up
Read on to find out why these are in any way relevant… I’m not a proper grown-up yet. I know this because, firstly, I still live with my parents (no, it’s not out of choice; how on earth would it be?); secondly, I can’t drive; and thirdly, I still get excited about my birthday (it’s… Continue reading On growing up
Inbetween Girl 