Musings, thoughts, articles, blogs.

From little villages in Ghana to the most beautiful five star hotels in Montenegro- travel adventure stories and tips for every kind of explorer.
Fun facts about Ancient Egypt, recent academic articles and all the best things for fellow Egyptology lovers.
Musings about living with a chronic illness, practicing art, heartfelt letters, dodgy dealings and everything in-between.

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Health, Lifestyle and Long-form Articles

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To Have or Have Not: Fertility, Chronic Illness, and the Big Question.

How do you even begin to make the decision to have children—especially when you're living with a chronic illness that might affect your fertility?

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Dear 12-Year-Old Me: You Were Never the Problem.

A note on body image, self love, and growing up in the 00s.

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Practical tips and advice to help someone with a chronic illness.

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How and where to find mental health help in Aotearoa New Zealand.