The Quiet That Follows
Goodness gracious, where has the year disappeared to! October was a whirlwind of activity as I celebrated another turn around the sun. Yeah, ageing is real! Sti...
Author: Khaya Ronkainen
Khaya Ronkainen writes poetry, creative nonfiction and fiction. This blog explores all things writing and living, aka personal history, cross-cultural experiences, nature, language, and the many ways people carry home within and across borders.
A Season That Asks for Nothing
As I chastise myself over all the shoulds and musts, autumn keeps whispering: “Remove the pressure.” It is my favourite season, this gentle turning of the year....
Travelling Through Books This Summer
Did you know that Tove Jansson wrote and illustrated her Moomin books and stories from start to finish? Yes, she did. While I’m not comparing myself to her, I t...