Living in awe
I live in one of the most beautiful cities in the world. It’s a fact that has been voted for time and time again...
A Blessing in Disguise
A few mornings ago I was driving in my car and thinking about the challenging day ahead. I knew it might be a difficult...
How to wait well
Have you ever found yourself waiting for something to happen? I think many of us have been there, and more than once! Waiting can...
TRAILER: The Heart of Man
In my usual Facebook perusal (I am guilty of a few a week) – I came across a recurring link that stopped me in...
The eye of the storm
Focus determines everything. When the world is rushing by; when everyone is swarming for your attention, trying to distract you into dependence; when there...
Christmas – The Unopened Gift
You've seen this happen before. There's that one gift left unopened under the Christmas tree. Maybe you forgot it was there, maybe you're unsure...
Leaving the past behind
New things are always exciting. Or so you think at first. A New Year in some way feels like a fresh start – an...
Who Is the Captain of Your Soul?
I am often fascinated by old ships and how they face treacherous seas, straining to their destination. I imaging the old captain with his...
Why I embrace struggle
I remember when I was really young being angry about the most inconsequential things. Bumps in the road during car drives would frustrate me...
A NOT SO MERRY CHRISTMAS
The Christmas season is normally a holiday season for us here in South Africa. It’s Summer, and everyone for the most part takes leave...