I love soup. I love purées, creams, and bisques. But most of all, to me, nothing surpasses the humble soup broth. They’re light, rich in flavour, and deeply comforting. When done right, of course. There’s a certain satisfaction I find in a well-made, clear broth. And they’re most definitely a labour of love. Just lastContinue reading “Soup Is a Labour of Love”
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We’re Not Really Strangers
What are your obstacles to companionship—to connection and meaningful relationships? Is it that you’re isolated from your friends because you have moved long distances away, has work taken you away from them, or… do you need to put in more effort? Perhaps you’re on the receiving end, seeking out your friends. You’ve done the workContinue reading “We’re Not Really Strangers”
2024
I regret a lot of my 2024. I spent so long begging to be loved—begging for a sliver of people’s time and presence. I’ve stayed in relationships with people who, frankly, make me feel less than. And I am ashamed it took me so long to recognise that I allowed it to happen over andContinue reading “2024”
To the Girl Who Thinks She’s Not Good Enough
To the girl who thinks she’s not good enough, I see you. You’ve been fighting on your own for so long. And I’m sorry the ones you thought would show up, didn’t. I’m sure it was disappointing to face the people who probably didn’t mean to hurt you. It’s okay to be angry at them.Continue reading “To the Girl Who Thinks She’s Not Good Enough”
Shared Name
I first met you in a karaoke room that was too big for our group, and under different circumstances. You sang Olivia Rodrigo’s drivers license, exuding this kind of passion and fullness; so much so that I wondered what you’ve had to go through to express that sense of nostalgia and heartbreak. At the time,Continue reading “Shared Name”
Euphoria
It had been a while since I saw you last, and all I could think was how much I looked forward to seeing you again. We don’t see each other often, and it’s probably better this way, but after a rough couple of weeks overseas, seeing you lifted my spirits. Honestly, the past several monthsContinue reading “Euphoria”
Small and Mighty
Two nights ago, I was feeling pretty bummed out. I needed to distract myself from my worries, and it didn’t feel like a Netflix night. I wanted to see my friends. But it just so happens that we get busier as we get older, and it’s harder to catch your loved ones, even if onlyContinue reading “Small and Mighty”
Marble Grey
If you asked me what I see when I look at you, I’d stifle an awkward smile and cast downward eyes. A little boy lost amongst the trees—a forest of expectation, temptation you so desperately crave could never quite reach anyone’s ears. This snippet was part of a poem I wrote long ago, and IContinue reading “Marble Grey”
Honey Yellow
I remember the first time I met you—it was at an event just before I started university. You introduced yourself to me in the reserved and polite way that you do, espousing that little bit of bubbliness which many people notice and, I’m sure, admire about you. It wasn’t until a few months later thatContinue reading “Honey Yellow”
Ocean Blue
You came into my life like a strange flood rushing in. I remember the first moment I met you, and the impression you made on me. As a first-year student just starting out at university, I was a little intimidated by you—you were just really weird! I didn’t know we’d become such good friends. CloserContinue reading “Ocean Blue”
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