It has been almost four months since my eldest daughter was hospitalized with a rare and dangerous facial infection. She made a full recovery following surgery, and there appear to be no lasting side effects, much to the relief of … Continue reading
When I first heard of the “cougar” trend, I found it quite amusing. Why label older women who want to date younger men? But then I thought about the fact that we label older men as “silver foxes” or “sugar … Continue reading
Today I am sharing a story that is personal, because it is the story of a recent experience from my close friends. Their little boy was born prematurely late last year, and while I have not yet been able to … Continue reading
I have never really taken time to study astrology, natal charts, and all that weird and wonderful stuff where we learn how the planets affect out movements down here on Earth. I have a vague notion that it is important … Continue reading
We have reached the end of the school Easter holiday, and what a long one it has been. I had dreamed of taking some time to rest and recuperate while we were off school. No such luck! From hyperactive children, … Continue reading
This time last year I wrote about being on a Journey during the #AtoZChallenge. That journey continues, and once again my path is twisting and turning as domestic challenges appear and new battles are fought. Where will it end? I … Continue reading
It is almost time for that special day, where we are supposed to romance each other and bestow beautiful gifts on the ones we love. My husband and I have never really celebrated Valentine’s Day, since we are usually too … Continue reading
We are settling into 2017 and my #365DaysOfTarot challenge is progressing very well. I do a quick reading every day and jot down the results in my specially selected notebook. Some days I pull out just three cards and do … Continue reading
Christmas has passed, and now we are in that strange week between one festival and another. How many of you will be celebrating New Year’s Eve this year? Since having children, my New Year celebrations have been far more sedate … Continue reading
It is now just ten days until Christmas, and I feel very disjointed about the whole affair. I have taken some time to be alone, and have meditated on my thought processes and all the overwhelming emotions that are currently … Continue reading
Esther Chilton - Writer and Tutor
A journal of the vessel Seafire including mishaps and musings of the crew
...because life is a learning journey
Family, Love, Life & Travel Just as we experience it.
