November flew by. Mind you so did most of 2020. Happy new month by the way, can you believe it's 1st December of the longest-shortest-year of our lives already? Last night we put up our Christmas tree, the first one since I've been in Malta. I guess it really is starting to feel like home …
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Maybe it's a combination of the vibrant Mediterranean hues. Strolls along the Sliema promenade Or perhaps, the traditional Maltese houses lining the streets. Traditional Maltese houses. The balconies are known as "Gallerija's" It's 100% the pull of the brilliant turquoise waters, the salty air and even the-work-in-progress Maltese skyline... that gently coax you into a …
I know Mellieha is located on the most Northern tip of Malta. I learnt that back in 2012, whilst excitedly searching for the "best beaches on the island" I know Mellieha means "salt" in Arabic. And now I can wrap my brain (and roll my tongue) around the word and pronounce Mell-ie-ha (almost) like a …
A digital postcard revisiting January.
A rainy Sunday afternoon spent exploring the rural village of Mgarr.
How I learnt to observe my thoughts and quieten down the internal chatter.
Smoking featured heavily in my day-to-day life for, well... most of my adult life: it became my ritual, daily mantra and my best friend. When I felt anxious, cigarettes were always on hand, ready to take the uncomfortable feelings away. If I needed a break from handling a difficult or challenging situation, or "managing" conflict... …
