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14/10/2024

Forever my favourite hello, my hero, my dad ❤️ Five years, grief doesn’t ease with time, we just learn the tools to deal with it -
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20/04/2023

Oh I love this quote, every one has a little magic in them, you just need to use it in the right way ❤️ -
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08/03/2023

May we always lift each other up and make each other stronger 💜 -
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26/02/2023

Public service announcement: if you ever wondered why we get itchy then here’s the answer: An itching sensation of the skin arises due to stimulation of itch-sensing nerve endings.. google forever saving mums ✌🏼 -
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28/01/2023

Oh my gosh! I go back to work on Monday and I didn’t get half of what I set out to do over the holidays done! Think the universe is trying to tell me to chill the f out 😂🫣 Back to the daily grind 😂 Looking forward to the kids going back to school though 🙈 -
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01/01/2023

The best time for new beginnings is when ever you want them to be! I have had lots of new beginnings last year, one was where I decided to stop crafting and move toward a different angle in my life. I have really focussed on bringing my Aboriginal perspectives into my work place at school and have loved meeting with local Elders so they can educate myself and our students. I have learnt so much and have so much more to learn. My jewellery business may not be as successful as it was but my life is less chaotic and I’m able to be a mumma bear again without the stress. I have so many ideas but they will come. Here is to everyone’s new chapter, whether you have a New Years resolution or you don’t- I hope your endeavours are everything you wish for 💕💕 -
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14/12/2022

We do see you ❤️💕

"H E Y // sorry
I won’t be coming into work today.

No worries at all.
Was the reply.
Is everything alright?

She paused for a moment
as her finger hovered her phone.

Actually. It’s not. My baby had a scary high temperature last night and I haven’t felt that out in control as her mum before. The worry is debilitating. I haven’t slept a wink. My inner dialogue of fear and overthinking is exhausting and I’m tired in my bones. She won’t be put down, I’ll be lucky to get a meal in today and I’m already dreading tonight.

Everything feels quite insurmountable at the moment, actually. Our family can’t catch a break and the relentlessness of each kid taking turns bringing home a new germ is starting to take a toll on me, mentally and physically. I don’t know how much longer I can manage the juggle.

To add to the hard, my eldest is going through something quite heavy, so while I have you, I need next Friday off too. I know taking leave to meet appointment schedules isn’t ideal for the workplace, but it’s a necessity for us.

To be honest, this working mum gig is harrrrd enough trying to balance late meetings and school drop offs, but summoning the courage to call in sick, again, can be enough to tip me over the edge. It feels almighty ironic that I feel genuinely guilty for not being at work, while simultaneously feeling complete comfort in the decision to stay home with my sick child.

And to tell you the truth, calling in sick and the subsequent communication to staff that I’m away gives me overwhelming anxiety. I know I am letting people down, I know my workload continues to grow, I know there are times colleagues pick up my slack. And while I’m infinitely grateful, I can’t help but worry that the favours are side barred with fed up water cooler remarks.

So no, everything isn’t ok.
Not right now. It will be, but currently this season is challenging.
But thank you for asking.

That’s what she really wanted to say.
Lay it all out.
But, instead
She wrote

Yep, everything is fine
Just the baby.. sick again.
Hopefully see you tomorrow.
I’m sorry!"

We know a lot of you who are feeling this right now. Just remember;
- It will get better.
- You are not alone.
- Survival mode means screen time, pj days, cereal for dinner - whatever it takes, without the guilt.
- This time of the year is overwhelming enough as it is - let alone with so much sickness around. Take care of yourself and put your family first, say no to invitations and commitments if you have to!
- Missing out on festive celebrations can be really hard for some people - we are thinking of you!

Words and image: Little Jemmings

13/11/2022

Adelaide friends, hope you are safe and you had minimal to no damage at your houses! Our sliding door pulled off the top of the wall, which was super fun!! 🤦🏼‍♀️ Reminder to continue to look after our planet ❤️❤️ -
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11/11/2022

Even more so to those that weren’t recognised after they fought so hard.. let’s never forget again. -
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13/10/2022

Truth!

Also a great source for memes 😄