Spending Time Alone

I’ve been spending some time alone. At work on my lunch breaks I’ll sit outside with an iced coffee; sometimes my work friends will join me other times I’ll just sit there for a while myself. It’s nice. I’ve noticed this one rose growing by itself and some smaller pink and purple flowers I don’t…

I’m Not Always A Good Person And Here’s Why.

I have a confession. I’m not always a good person. I do things that aren’t things that good people would do. But here’s the catch – I’m glad I do them. Before you jump to wild conclusions, I’m not a bad person either. I regard myself as a good being and I try to do…

Why I’m No Longer Talking To White People About Race

Award-winning writer and journalist Reni Eddo-Lodge wrote Why I’m No Longer Talking To White People About Race – addressing her deeply founded, and imo, valid frustration by the way in which notions of racism were being discussed and conversations were led by those who were not, are not affected by it. This was undoubtedly, one of the…

Abuse By Words

“Sticks and stones may break my bones but words will never hurt me.” The good old saying. Understandable, with all due respect. I comprehend the message. I respect the sentiment. Whilst trying to comprehend this as a once young girl, this wasn’t entirely helpful to hear. Rather, it conflicted with what I felt. And does…

The Art Of Isolation

Solitude isn’t always recognised for the necessity it is. Often associating it to loneliness and rather a “lack of”. But really it’s only everything you can want or need for it to be. Isolation is an empty space and what you choose to fill it with is really up to you. It’s an art of…

Get To Know Me

I asked my followers to send me questions, and I was surprisingly met with a lot. I didn’t/don’t intend to make this an extremely long post so I’ve selected a hand full. What’s the reason behind your blog name, what’s the purpose of your blog, what motivates you to continue? @withloveyossy At the start of making this…

Dear Millennials

Dear Millennials, Those of all ages, genders and identities. Whether you fit into the ‘generation y’ or ‘generation z’. This one is for you. We’ve grown up around smartphones and gadgets, tablets and apps. Our whole societal identity is based on technology. Bookmarked as problematic. Unsocial. Selfish. As well as stupid, ignorant and lazy. We’re…

Types of Flatmates You Should Expect to Meet at University

If you’re looking forward to university but the idea of living with strangers for a year is creeping you out, or you’re just trying to grasp an idea of the kinds of people you might live with, then this is the post for you. I’ve lived in University halls – twice. So I’ve lived with two very…

Crime Documentaries You Need To Watch

I’ve listed my top recommendations for insanely fascinating crime documentaries! Including the case of JonBenet Ramsey and Natascha Kampusch.

Prison Break: TV Tag

I’M SO EXCITED to share this post and my absolute love/obsession with Prison Break. Thank you to my fave blogger/friend/writer Shan for tagging me to do this, do check out her blog and show love where you can! I’m a massive lover of Prison Break and of course the brothers Michael Scofield (Wentworth Miller) and…