In memoriam: George Charles Luis 1931-11-23 — 1987-12-28 Every year I write something on the 28th of December, ostensibly to … More
Tag: emotion
…and Supporting Bands
It’s odd that I am not a musician of some sort, because I have an impressive music collection and an … More
Least favourite
I have a long list of favourites. Favourite food. Favourite memories. Favourite friends and colleagues. Favourite animals, books, music, movies … More
March In Silence
We walk in silence; tightly holding hands. It is early – very early – in the morning, and a cold … More
BRIEF
There are 23 of us in the room, excluding the facilitator. 23 survivors of rape and sexual assault. 23 people … More
Some days
Some days the triggers are small. But they are there – a thoughtless remark, someone interrupting with an infantile giggle … More
Life 0; Dave 1
Ha! Life! I see your sneaky little trick! I see it, you bugger! My move brought with it boxes that … More
Step 5
“Those who make it through these times show a courage not their own.” I am off to the Jonkershoek Forest … More
