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
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
[WID0100] Guest Post by Gomes: The Path Before Speed – The Wisdom of Pausing
Heads up! This post has two versions: English & Português. Just keep scrolling to find the second version. We live in a world of urgency. Time slips through our fingers, and society teaches us that arriving fast is more important than arriving well. Hurry, run, don’t stop—that’s what we hear constantly. But what’s the point … Continue reading [WID0100] Guest Post by Gomes: The Path Before Speed – The Wisdom of Pausing
Join Me In Today’s Devotional and Reflection: The Mantle/Moment That Changed Everything
Today my devotional time will be a bit different. Because today, I will do it together with you. A moment of reflection that has to be shared. You know I am a firm supporter of sharing our stories, our experiences, our testimonies throughout our relational journey with God. Which means, I'd need to keep doing … Continue reading Join Me In Today’s Devotional and Reflection: The Mantle/Moment That Changed Everything
First Fruits: The Words of The Year 2025
A couple of days ago my friend Celita asked me what word God gave me for, or to name this new year. These past years, before the year would start I would already have my answer to that question. But not this year, the end of 2024 went a bit different. Very full the first … Continue reading First Fruits: The Words of The Year 2025
[WID0086] Guest Post by Mwenecho: A Seasonal Child
Hello Mom,It's almost November againThe past month's been toughAnother 365 and I feel like I haven't achieved anything I'm on my way, I know you wished to see me earlierBut coming home empty handed made me feel like a failureI'm sorry, I wish I could have called more oftenBut hearing you worry about your sickness...I … Continue reading [WID0086] Guest Post by Mwenecho: A Seasonal Child
[WID0085] Guest Post by Mwenecho: My Happy Place
A happy placeI notice your hard workI appreciate your effortYou're not just a happy phase This is where I am safeThis is the source of my faithYour smile does the mostReminding me to fall in line As the stars alignWe stay in formationHolding handsAnd we shine A happy placeThe sweet aromaYour kitchen stays intactPortions served … Continue reading [WID0085] Guest Post by Mwenecho: My Happy Place
[WID0084] Guest Post by Mwenecho: Graced in Time
Home in timeI longed to smell your cooking for a whileI got uneasy about leaving in the morningNow that I'm here, pour some wine Let’s dineYou're mine, you're fineA blessing and a reminder of God's loveKeeping me in line I lost track of timeWith you I am times lessSafe within your smileMy gift of Grace Mwenecho Botha IT … Continue reading [WID0084] Guest Post by Mwenecho: Graced in Time
[WID0083] Guest Post by Mwenecho: Another 365
Another 365,I hope you see thisThe beauty in everything gifted to usAnd in time, No matter what we adjust Even if it takes nature a new start And you - my love, Deserve all the chances I know it hasn’t been fair or easy But you, Still being here is a sign you're blessed And … Continue reading [WID0083] Guest Post by Mwenecho: Another 365
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