What Does Home Mean To You?

What Does Home Mean To You?

Serenity, tranquility and peace. No onlookers, judgement and the only place on earth you can shut out the world. If home doesn’t feel as described, maybe it’s time to question - why? Apartment, house, barn, a specific location or caravan even - the layout has no bearing on what makes you feel at home. I’m [...]

How Can You Respect Others If You Don’t Respect Yourself?

How Can You Respect Others If You Don’t Respect Yourself?

“How are you? Are you well? Are you okay? How’s life been? If ever you want to talk, I’m here”. Let’s stop this one-sided cycle; who’s loving you? And most importantly, who’s respecting you? It’s like a never ending marathon without a water station in sight. I’m parched and proceeding to dire dehydration if I [...]

Are You Worthy?

Are You Worthy?

Dishing out advice may seem far easier than asking yourself the soul-churning question, often either rhetorical or left unanswered. Am I worthy? Life feels like a movie. You pause, rewind and resume where you left off. Following another’s clapperboard is far easier than your own. Their narrative is easier to confide in than yours. But [...]

The Finale – Poem.

The Finale – Poem.

I did it my way, until I withdrew, Wires cut, I belonged to you, Blindfolded, as I bare my soul to whom, Message received, handwritten who knew. Glass shattered, as I sleepwalk barefoot, Hypnotised, bloodsoaked vendetta followed suit, Happiness, severing meticulously sewn through, The Glasgow smile carved out by you. Copyright © 2024 by Antonia [...]

Are Table Manners History?

Are Table Manners History?

Etiquette? Manners? Get with the times, it's no longer trendy. So get your elbows out, we're free to do as we please! Sorry I worded that too respectfully, give me time and I'll even get my phone out; I can multitask, didn't you know? Society. Today. You choose to dine out to mark a special [...]