Quote of the Week
30/05/2023
It is not in the stars to hold our destiny but in ourselves. William Shakespeare
May and The Poets
24/05/2023
It took a long time, but spring has finally arrived. We’ve had a few beautiful days, so I decided to dedicate this week’s poem to the month of May. Or actually, I decided to show you how many people have dedicated their poetry to this month, one of them being English poet Leigh Hunt.
Ninon De Lenclos, On Her Last Birthday
26/04/2023
This week, I celebrated my 29th birthday. Although 30 is slowly creeping up on me, I’m not that bothered with my age. Much the same as the French courtesan Ninon De Lenclos, if we can believe this poem by the great Dorothy Parker.
The Window
12/04/2023
Spring has finally arrived. Nature is blooming. New life is coming. And that makes me hopeful, even in sad times. Just like this poem by Rumi.
The Square
10/04/2023
It’s been two weeks since the last short story, so I owe you a new one. This one actually isn’t based on 5 specific words but I wanted to share it nevertheless. I wrote it as a submission for a writing retreat. Unfortunately, I didn’t get in. But I still like it. It’s based on … More The Square
Alix in Wonderland 