23-11-2025I haven’t even started typing yet and I’m crying already. Well, my eyes are watering with tears. Today has been a mixture of feelings. I’m trying to get back, but also, not really. I’m entering a new phase. Maybe a new level. Not yet super saiyan. Just kidding. But no jokes though, I am entering … Continue reading Breaking Through A Dusty Layer
Mission 2.0 – Week 2: Sunk Into Reality
Tuesday 18 November One week today! I woke up better, prayed about the day before and today and delivered everything, including my feelings, into Christ's hands. After my devotional, I took a shower and put my nursing clothing on as I would attend some pregnant ladies today. The plan was for me to start the … Continue reading Mission 2.0 – Week 2: Sunk Into Reality
Mission 2.0 – Week 1: Here But Not Completely Here Yet
Tuesday 11 November And so the trip has started! Well actually, it had started already some days before, and actually way before that. But ok, today is the day I’m going back to Guiné Bissau on mission! On such a beautiful date as well, the 11th of the 11th. This traveling ride to Guiné Bissau … Continue reading Mission 2.0 – Week 1: Here But Not Completely Here Yet
How To Be A Daughter?
The answer to that, I did not know. It may sound weird, because once we're born, I guess we're all automatically sons and daughters. But think about it. If parents, who become parents once their children are born, have preparation courses and books on how to parent and be parents. And they spend years learning … Continue reading How To Be A Daughter?
When The Urge to Sprout Is Stronger Than The Urge to Stay Buried
26-10-2025Waking up in the morning with the urge to write… to put it back out there, to release, let go, open my arms and jump again. Trusting, freely, lightly. With “leveza”. Now one of my new favourite words in Portuguese. But actually, no, that’s not correct; I didn’t wake up with the urge to write. … Continue reading When The Urge to Sprout Is Stronger Than The Urge to Stay Buried
Reign in The Garden
My plan was to park here, right in between this hotel or Airbnb and the ocean. This little hidden corner, with a ramp, some stairs and a tiny sandy beach to enter the water. My plan was to park the car here, continue my devotional, quickly after go for a run and be back to … Continue reading Reign in The Garden
A Bonfire In The Garden
30-8-2025What to do with all the pruned debris and pulled out weeds from when Nurturing My Heart's Garden? Well... we have a bonfire! A marvellous, a wonderful, a heart-warming bonfire. A fire that keeps growing as I continue to throw debris on the bundle. Cleaning and clearing are so satisfying. I love organising, but my … Continue reading A Bonfire In The Garden
Nurturing My Heart’s Garden
It's been a while since I properly sat down and wrote a full-on piece. Not just a short text message, a small commentary on a post or episode where I don't have to think or reflect too much on, or bits and pieces of the day or moments that happen. No, I'm now sitting down … Continue reading Nurturing My Heart’s Garden
[WID0106] Guest Post by Tânia: To All The Disguised Artists Out There
Heads up! This post has two versions: English & Português. Just keep scrolling to find the second version. Aos Artistas Disfarçados Por Aí Quando é que paraste de criar?Quando é que caíste na mentira que tinhas de te conformar?Parar?Desistir?Acreditaste na mentira que não és suficiente?Não fazes o suficiente? Eu vejo-te.Vejo a caixa de lápis de … Continue reading [WID0106] Guest Post by Tânia: To All The Disguised Artists Out There
[SWS0021] Guest Post by Suail: Sisterhood in the Bible — Women Strengthening Women
Throughout Scripture, we see the power of sisterhood—women walking together, lifting each other up, and playing vital roles in God’s unfolding story. Sisterhood isn’t just about being biologically related. It’s about connection, unity, loyalty, and shared purpose under God. In today’s world, where comparison and isolation often creep in, biblical sisterhood reminds us: you’re not … Continue reading [SWS0021] Guest Post by Suail: Sisterhood in the Bible — Women Strengthening Women