Category Archives: Writing

The Choke by Sophie Laguna

Posted on September 18, 2017 by Heathermargaret

This story left me breathless. It raised to the surface, every last rescue trait in my being. If only someone would intervene and stop the raging abuse. But no one does. And yet, amongst the harshness of the setting with the ‘chooks’ in the backyard, … Continue reading →

Posted in Education, Life, People, Relationships, Uncategorized, Writing | Tagged Abuse, Courage, Disability, Equality, Families, Gender, Male power, Neglect, Poverty, Small towns | 1 Comment

‘All Fall Down’…A brave write

Posted on March 26, 2017 by Heathermargaret

I’ve just finished reading Cassandra Austin’s novel ‘All Fall Down’. I bought this book out of curiosity and a love of all things ‘outback’. I was also hooked by Rosalie Ham’s (author of ‘The Dressmaker’) quote on the front cover of the … Continue reading →

Posted in Education, Life, People, Relationships, Uncategorized, Writing | Tagged Abuse, Family, Greyhounds, Outback Australia, Relationships, Small communities | 4 Comments

When a problem can’t be solved

Posted on March 20, 2017 by Heathermargaret

I guess it’s true to say that most of us have had setbacks and difficulties in our life. There is no doubt that some problems are larger and more impactful than others. Mostly, difficulties and tricky situations work themselves through. … Continue reading →

Posted in Education, Life, People, Relationships, Uncategorized, Writing | Tagged Acceptance, Death, Disability, Disenfranchised grief, Family, grief, Individuals, Isolation, Loss, Problems, Trauma | 7 Comments

‘Lion’ A long way home…a story that lingers

Posted on February 10, 2017 by Heathermargaret

Today, I saw the much publicised film ‘Lion.’ Based on a true story, the film delivers credibility and impact, certainly did for me anyway. You know when a book or film lingers in your thoughts well after you leave the theatre or put down the book? Well, … Continue reading →

Posted in Education, Life, People, Relationships, Uncategorized, Writing | Tagged 'Lion', Adoption, Attachment, Australia, Connection, Film, India, Inter-Country Adoption, Trauma | 2 Comments

And so this is Christmas…again!

Posted on December 18, 2016 by Heathermargaret

Each year I promise myself to avoid the hype, ignore the tinsel and eat and drink less. However, if I’m to be really honest here, I mostly allow myself to be caught up in the froth, bubble and frantic pace that … Continue reading →

Posted in Life, People, Relationships, Uncategorized, Writing | Tagged Anxiety, Calm, Christmas, Stress | 2 Comments

Hope Farm by Peggy Frew

Posted on December 12, 2016 by Heathermargaret

Recently, I read this gripping and jagged book by Peggy Frew. Originally I loved the name of the book, it sort of intrigued me but when I started to turn the pages it clearly became the characters that engaged me from the … Continue reading →

Posted in Education, Life, People, Relationships, Uncategorized, Writing | Tagged Deprivation, Life, Loss, Relationships, Survival, Women, writing | 2 Comments

Our Souls At Night

Posted on November 22, 2016 by Heathermargaret

I’ve just read a beautiful book, in fact seven of my friends from my book-group also read it. It’s one of those books that linger on in the mind well after the last page has been turned. There is so … Continue reading →

Posted in Life, People, Relationships, Uncategorized, Writing | Tagged ageing, Expectations, Loss, reading, Relationships, writing | 6 Comments

Big space outside my little space

Posted on September 26, 2016 by Heathermargaret

I always love it when I spend time in another place with other people, especially if they live very different lives. This week-end was one of those times. I spent the week-end on a farming property in rural Victoria. Gum … Continue reading →

Posted in Education, Life, Music, People, Relationships, Uncategorized, Writing | Tagged Country towns, Culture, Farming land, Life, Life style, People, Rural settings, Wide spaces, writing | 3 Comments

Sexism, alive and well

Posted on July 12, 2016 by Heathermargaret

Yesterday was one of those days. A day that pierced the wall of false contentment and well-being. It started like any other day, listening to the ABC, going to the gym, attending to a few chores and putting off overdue work … Continue reading →

Posted in Education, Life, People, Relationships, Uncategorized, Writing | Tagged Arrogence, Entitlement, Feminism, Hysteria, Ignorance, Men, Sexism, Women | 7 Comments

Finding the time we need

Posted on April 22, 2016 by Heathermargaret

Over the years I don’t think I’ve been very good at appreciating or perhaps valuing time to do the smaller things in life that matter. Most of us I guess, have commitments and responsibilities that gobble up precious hours. I know I have … Continue reading →

Posted in Education, Life, People, Relationships, Uncategorized, Writing | Tagged Family, Fitness, Health, Life, Meaning, People, Reflection, Responsibility, Stress, Time, Valueing smaller things, Work/life balance, writing | 6 Comments

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