Find Clarity in a Moment of Calm
Pattaya, Thailand – looking out at Koh Larn – August 2023
I’m so glad you’re here. Go ahead and pour yourself your favourite drink, settle into a comfortable spot, and let your shoulders drop. This corner of my blog is where I share the places that have helped me breathe a little deeper, reflect a little longer, and remember the beauty of taking a break.
I share pieces of my journey through — and out of — years of domestic abuse. These experiences shaped me, but they no longer define me. I hope that something in my story will offer comfort, courage, or clarity to someone who needs it.
I’m a down‑to‑earth Christian woman who loves simple joys: quiet mornings, good conversations, and the feeling of peace that comes from knowing God has carried me through every season. I am now seventy-two years young. I’ve been blessed with three children, eleven grandchildren, and a wonderfully large family of five sisters and five brothers — with me right in the middle of the bunch.
My life has been a mix of sweet moments and difficult chapters, but I’ve always had a hopeful spirit. That little spark of positivity has helped me walk through trials and celebrate the good days with gratitude. As I begin sharing more of my travels, I hope you’ll join me in discovering how stepping away — even briefly — can restore the heart and remind us of the life we were meant to enjoy.