THE GREATEST GIFT: UNCONDITIONAL LOVE AND ACCEPTANCE Falling in love? There’s nothing like it - everything becomes brighter, more exciting. When you’re with someone special, life just feels… better. Unconditional love? That’s a whole other level! It frees you. Instead of trying to mold your partner into something they’re not, you’re able to focus on... Continue Reading →
Finding Peace and Clarity in this Noisy World
Lately, I’ve noticed a significant shift in the way I approach activities and conversations. Yes, finally, I’ve come to realise I’m not searching for a winning argument anymore: What I really crave is peace and clarity. Instead of getting lost in the negative and divisive chatter, I’ve started prioritising my mental well-being. It’s been a... Continue Reading →
Our Five Day Holiday on Kangaroo Island (2008)
Way back in 2008 I first published these five days on Kangaroo Island under separate articles. Last night I decided to put them all together and publish as one. It's really just a bunch of written journal entries, talking about that weekend my wife and I helped her parents moved their life from a farm... Continue Reading →
Enhancing Health Through the Harmony of Sleep and Nutrition
I've learnt over the last few years that what we eat before bed has a massive impact on how well I sleep! The Sleep Struggle for Outdoor Working Dads It's not just about feeling full or satisfied. It's about how my body uses food to regulate my circadian rhythm, the internal clock that dictates when... Continue Reading →
The Ultimate Blade Steak Recipe – Thanks to Chat-GPT
Whilst my wife and kids were off-island taking a (working-)holiday, I found myself craving the kind of food I used to indulge food had in my single days - bold, hearty flavours that pack a punch. After taking a look at the interior of our fridge, I decided to cook up a dinner similar to... Continue Reading →
AI-Prompt Writing is Similar to Web Design
In the past few days, I've come to understand how AI prompts are structured, and it's been quite the revelation. As someone with a background in web design, I see prompts in a way that’s much like piecing together HTML elements. It’s all about clear directives and purpose, where every element plays its part. Interestingly,... Continue Reading →
6 Ways I am Improving My Physical and Mental Health
As I prepared for the day last Friday, I caught a glimpse of my left side in a window reflection. It was a bit startling, to be honest! I hadn't realized how much weight I'd put on, particularly around my waist. Wearing elastic-top shorts most days, I guess I hadn't noticed the gradual increase in... Continue Reading →
Things That Actually Helped Me To Get Through Hard Times
I've faced some really challenging times over the past few years - dealing with toxic situations, health problems, financial stress, and even depression. From all this, I've learned that getting through tough times isn’t just about staying positive or having blind faith. It’s about resilience. We all have that strength within us; we just need... Continue Reading →
Emotional Integrity: A Deeper Kind of Faithfulness
I do a lot of reading about issues close to my heart. This article says a lot about what's going on inside my heart, my head, and my life. Read into it as you like and will. I have realised over the last few years that emotional integrity is about what you do - or... Continue Reading →