Author Archives: Heathermargaret

About Heathermargaret

I'm a writer and the author of Finding Eliza, 2018. I'm currently working on my second novel.

The Balance of Ageing

Posted on July 12, 2022 by Heathermargaret

Yesterday I had a discussion with friends, all in their late sixties and early seventies, about ageing. When do we consider ourselves old? Is it when we are a particular age or becoming less active and for some, unwell? Do … Continue reading →

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Life … it used to so easy!

Posted on May 13, 2022 by Heathermargaret

Friends are about to fly to Europe tomorrow, they haven’t been for over two years but they are taking the plunge into what used to be normal. Another friend is in England, she arrived there two days ago and is … Continue reading →

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Oh to be a Muso!

Posted on July 17, 2021 by Heathermargaret

Whenever I hear and watch musicians I’m filled with longing. Longing for a talent that I haven’t been fortunate to have or cultivate. The ability to express through instrument and voice is pure joy. I know this because when I’m … Continue reading →

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Reflection time …

Posted on July 14, 2021 by Heathermargaret

I haven’t blogged for some time. My intentions have been good but somehow the urge passes or is it more that life reflection is hard to capture in words and sentences? I think it’s the latter. Much has transpired in … Continue reading →

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Frayed at the edges …

Posted on August 23, 2020 by Heathermargaret

This is the first blog on this site since Christmas. Well, let’s just say I haven’t ‘published’ anything. I have written a couple of pieces but my my words seemed not worthy for the chaos the world is enduring at … Continue reading →

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Another year and we have much to do …

Posted on December 18, 2019 by Heathermargaret

Here we are again, with Christmas a week off and a new year looming. Each December I usually reflect on how well I’ve achieved the goals I’ve set for myself during the year. Well, it doesn’t pay to linger for … Continue reading →

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Book review: Boy Swallows Universe by Trent Dalton

Posted on September 15, 2019 by Heathermargaret

This book, I’m sure, has been reviewed within an inch of its book life. But, I can’t stay silent on this one. By far the most challenging, harrowing and meaningful book I can remember reading in a long time. And … Continue reading →

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Determination and grit…

Posted on July 17, 2019 by Heathermargaret

A few weeks ago my sister completed a half marathon. It’s her second in two years. She ran it over a challenging course in terrible conditions, rain and cold. The trail was difficult, slippery and murky. Anyway, I was super … Continue reading →

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For the love of the Irish

Posted on May 3, 2019 by Heathermargaret

I’ve just returned from Ireland, you know, the evergreen place that captures the imagination of so many. Even without Irish heritage, unlike my husband who’s ancestry is all things Irish, I’ve learnt to love the place. But despite the rich … Continue reading →

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What our stories tell us

Posted on October 18, 2018 by Heathermargaret

This year, I’ve been preoccupied with publishing my first novel, Finding Eliza. Actually, it has taken over my life, every day there have been numerous emails to answer, events to attend and decisions to make. It’s been a stimulating  time … Continue reading →

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