What does the heart want? That’s where the real wisdom lies

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Sometimes it’s easier to just walk away Knowing when isn’t always easy Come back to your heart What does the heart want? That’s where the real wisdom lies I shared this simple poem that I’ve written on Facebook. And was surprised by the reaction. Truth be told, I’ve not a huge following, but for several…

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I am alive. My broken Heart beats. I breathe

Rear view of Jacqueline Fairbrass sitting in a bed of daffodils looking at high stone wall

I cried this morning Not the soft, sweet tears of lovely memories gently healing my heart No. Ugly, gut-wrenching sobbing Angry tears Bitter loss Heart cracking wide open again Grief doesn’t follow a straight path Grief ebbs and flows, bobs and weaves ‘Floats like a butterfly, stings like a bee’ I’ve hit a rough patch…

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Living Juicy

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“A succulent wild woman is one of any age who feels free to fully express herself in every dimension of her life.” S.A.R.K. from the book Succulent Wild Women I was in a dark place. Back in the late 90s. I felt myself thundering towards doom. Bankruptcy. Divorce. Illness. Now, gently looking back, with kind…

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3 Best Herb Teas for a Great Night’s Sleep

Are you tossing and turning at night? Finding it hard to switch off. Or switching off for a short while and bam, wide awake! I’ve been doing a little research, and you know what, you’re not alone. In fact, its the most common complaint I’m hearing right now. And I’ve some lovely, easy solutions. Get…

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