Author: Leah Palmer
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Everybody Grieves
Grief affects everyone at one time or another in their lives; it could be the loss of a loved one, a pet, the break-up of a relationship, or the loss of a home etc. Yet, people shy away from talking about it. They bury it deep and tell anyone who asks that they are fine…
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Writers Block – A Writer’s Nightmare
As writers, we all love to sit down at a computer looking at a blank document, ready to start writing our next piece. Our heads are full of creative ideas as we start to type; the words flow flawlessly across the page, and a smile comes across our faces. The excitement builds as the creation…
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We All Need A Break
Everyone gets to the point where they need to take a break. Whether this is some time off work to just chill at home, a couple of days away with your other half, a family holiday, or just some time on your own away from the normal routine of life. I recently was in this…
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Poetry – Where Did It All Go Wrong?
Where did we go wrong, When did we stop communicating, What made your spark die, Why did I pick up your phone? Was life really that bad, Was it something we could have talked about, What made you lie, Why did I pick up your phone? Well, the truth is out now, What lies ahead,…
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How Important Is Self-Care
We lead increasingly busy lives, and it can be easy to forget to put yourself first, especially if you have multiple responsibilities and other people to care for. But looking after yourself will make you feel better, and the better you feel, the better you will be in all areas of your life – from…
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The History Of Valentine’s Day
Every year on February 14th, couples worldwide show their love for each other with flowers, chocolates, cuddly toys, or a meal out. From January 1st, shop shelves are decked with Valentine’s gifts and cards, ready for shoppers to browse the aisles looking for that perfect gift and card to give to the one they love…
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A Holiday In Poland
This year we took a holiday in Krakow, Poland. Instead of booking it through one of the usual booking agents, we decided to book separately, of course we did our research first! Which is what I would advise anyone to do when looking to book this way. At time of booking, which was July, for…
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The Gunpowder Plot
In 1605, Guy Fawkes and other conspirators planned to blow up the Houses of Parliament in London, England. The night of its state opening November 5th. The aim of the “Gunpower Plot,” as it became known, was to kill the Protestant King, King James 1. Thanks to an anonymous tip-off, Fawkes was discovered, and the…
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Leah Palmer’s Short Story Called “Celebrating Your New Role”
Everyone sat around the table, wine glasses in hand as they celebrated Emma’s new role. A smile spread across her face; Emma had never felt this proud! She was finally being recognized for all her achievements, the hard work she had put in, and all the late nights. As everyone lowered their glasses, Emma stood…
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Leah Palmer’s Short Story Called “From Dating App To Love”
As I sat curled up on the sofa watching the news, a buzzing sound came from beside me! I reached over and grabbed my phone. The notification read “You have a match!”. I unlocked my phone and scrolled to the recently added dating app that my work colleagues had insisted I downloaded. “You’ll love it,”…