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The Courage To Admit: 2024 in Review

Posted on 12/29/2024 by Khaya Ronkainen

With 2024 drawing to a close, I thought I’d take stock before I pop a bottle of champers. Because it’s safe to say this has been another turbulent year, f...

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Gratitude Journal for Year 2023

Posted on 12/10/2023 by Khaya Ronkainen

Where did the year disappear to? Am I the only one who is surprised that we are in December already? Anyway, it’s been a while since I’ve been here....

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This Will Be My Year of Depth

Posted on 01/09/2022 by Khaya Ronkainen

I keep imagining a tradition I’d like to invent. After you’re established in your career, and you have some neat stuff in your house, you take a whole year in w...

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Reading brings so much happiness, and the quote sa Reading brings so much happiness, and the quote says it all. 💫

What are you reading this summer (or winter, if you’re in the south)? Me, I’m on a mission to conquer my long TBR list. I’m not even gonna show you; it’s that long. 🙈😀

PS. If you live in Finland and don’t have the copy of #Unelmia yet, here’s your chance; @finnishafricansociety is hosting a giveaway of a copy signed by the author herself. Go try your luck! 📚💛

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Khaya Ronkainen's books on Goodreads
Seasons Defined Seasons Defined
reviews: 5
ratings: 6 (avg rating 4.83)

From the Depths of Darkness: A Collection of Dark Poetry Left in the Light From the Depths of Darkness: A Collection of Dark Poetry Left in the Light
reviews: 2
ratings: 2 (avg rating 5.00)

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