Recently I feel tired a lot, but more than that, I feel... weak. Most of the time. Yes, I have been through a lot, physically and emotionally. I have beat Cancer and I am breaking out the other side of depression, unaided. Yes my consultant says it's going to take time. Up to a year, to get […]
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Crazy enough to change the world? #WednesdayWords
I was sent this quote via Facebook this morning, from a new acquaintance, a friend-of-a-friend. I couldn't help but feel it had meaning for me. “The people who are crazy enough to think they can change the world are the ones who do.” - Steve Jobs Now realistically, I'm not about to change the world, […]
Wednesday Words : Bravery or Survival?
I found a quote today, author unknown, that says exactly what I feel at the moment. Life is full of choices, but sometimes, things are bigger than us; they are out of our control. People often tell me I'm brave, but I'm not. If you are unfortunate enough to get Cancer, it's not a choice. […]
Wednesday Words : Geiger Counter
This is a poem I wrote last week, whilst I was radioactive and not allowed near my children, due to receiving radioactive iodine 131 for Thyroid Cancer. The aim of this, was to illuminate any cancer and thyroid cells on a full body scan, to see if my radiotherapy in May 2013 has worked or […]
Wednesday Words : Autumn Morning
I thought it was about time for one of my own compositions. I'll cut to the chase. I've recently been awoken by the bold bright colours of autumn, as though I've not seen them in this light before. It inspired me. I've written some autumn prose full of colour, love and life. Autumn Morning © Emma […]