The background

(A Notes to Self Series) “There had to be dark and muddy waters so that the sun could have something to background it’s flashing glory.” ― Betty Smith What do you think? Do you agree with this quote? Could our circumstances really change for the better? Could we still have the chance to make things…

The Hero

(A Notes to Self Series) “when you feel like hope is gone, look inside you and be strong and you’ll finally see the truth- that the hero lies in you.” ― Mariah Carey What do you think? Do you agree with this quote? Could our circumstances really change for the better? Could we still have…

Courage

(A Notes to Self Series) “Courage will now be your best defence against the storm that is at hand — that and such hope as I bring.” ― J. R. R. Tolkien, The Return of the King What do you think? Do you agree with this quote? Could our circumstances really change for the better?…

Hang on

(A Notes to Self Series) “Hang in there. It is astonishing how short a time it can take for very wonderful things to happen.” ― Frances Hodgson Burnett What do you think? Do you agree with this quote? Could our circumstances really change for the better? Could we still have the chance to make things…

In the moment

(A Notes to Self Series) “Every moment has its pleasures and its hope.” ― Jane Austen, Mansfield Park What do you think? Do you agree with this quote? Could our circumstances really change for the better? Could we still have the chance to make things better for ourselves, our loved ones, or those who need…

Having faith

(A Notes to Self Series) “To have faith is to be sure of the things we hope for, to be certain of the things we cannot see.” ― Anonymous, Holy Bible: King James Version What do you think? Do you agree with this quote? Could our circumstances really change for the better? Could we still…

The Choice

(A Notes to Self Series) “It is not as much about who you used to be, as it is about who you choose to be.” ― Sanhita Baruah What do you think? Do you agree with this quote? Could our circumstances really change for the better? Could we still have the chance to make things…

Gateways

(A Notes to Self Series) “Nothing is predestined. The obstacles of your past can become the gateways that lead to new beginnings.” ― Ralph Blum What do you think? Do you agree with this quote? Could our circumstances really change for the better? Could we still have the chance to make things better for ourselves,…

Can do

(A Notes to Self Series) “A person can do incredible things if he or she has enough hope.” ― Shannon K. Butcher What do you think? Do you agree with this quote? Could our circumstances really change for the better? Could we still have the chance to make things better for ourselves, our loved ones,…

Believe.

(A Notes to Self Series) “Believe it is possible to solve your problem. Tremendous things happen to the believer. So believe the answer will come. It will.” ― Norman Vincent Peale What do you think? Do you agree with this quote? Could our circumstances really change for the better? Could we still have the chance…

Reaching

(A Notes to Self Series) “I’ll make a swing so I can reach the places I can’t reach yet.” ― by Nina LaCour, Hold Still What do you think? Do you agree with this quote? Could our circumstances really change for the better? Could we still have the chance to make things better for ourselves,…

A new life

(A Notes to Self Series) “I can hardly wait for tomorrow, it means a new life for me each and every day.” ― Stanley Kunitz What do you think? Do you agree with this quote? Could our circumstances really change for the better? Could we still have the chance to make things better for ourselves,…

Book Review: Break or Bounce by Bo Sánchez

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In Into Africa, Tina Dreffin goes on a transformative journey that intertwines her personal experiences with a quest for self-discovery, set against the backdrop of cultural exploration and maritime adventure.