It you haven't watched the film, please read my NO SPOILER review here! If you have watched it, let's get into it! This is my thoughts on the film in various parts. I watched it last night, so these are initial thoughts and feelings. I think it's the kind of film that context changes: discussing… Continue reading Spoiler Review of Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey – A Masterclass in Storytelling!
Author: S.R. Crawford
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No Spoiler Review of The Odyssey: Excellent Storytelling
It truly demonstrates what a feat of cinematic storytelling this film was if 3 hours does not feel long at all! In fact, I could have watched 3 more! I have not read the epic poem "The Odyssey" by Homer, so bear that in mind for my review. In case you've been hiding away, here's… Continue reading No Spoiler Review of The Odyssey: Excellent Storytelling
Mid-Year Book Freakout Tag 2026
It's July, so we're already half way through 2026! Where has the time gone? Though, I'm sure we say this every year! I have only managed 26 books so far this year, and I'll picture my stats down below. I thought it would be fun to do the popular "mid-year book freakout tag" where you… Continue reading Mid-Year Book Freakout Tag 2026
Disability Pride Month 2026 – Advice, Accounts to Follow & Book Recommendations
Introduction: awareness, kindness, allyship and language I, like you, am surrounded by loved ones and friends with disabilities and differences to the neurotypical. Autism, ADHD, Dyslexia, OCD, EDS, Chronic Illness, Chronic Pain, Anxiety and Depression (diagnosed, regular & life-altering), Arthritis, Vertigo, Dementia, and maybe more I don't know about. I have people in my family… Continue reading Disability Pride Month 2026 – Advice, Accounts to Follow & Book Recommendations
A month in our new home
It has now been officially a month in our new home; the new build house we have mortgaged. A massive, adulting move! I thought I’d reflect on our experience so far with you today. Area Because it’s a new development, everyone is friendly. We all want to meet our neighbours and help each other out.… Continue reading A month in our new home
Halfway Through 2026: First Half Reflection, Second Half Focus
We are here, we made it! The midpoint of 2026. It's been...a weird first half. Hard, confusing, sad, very sad. I've cried a lot. But that aside, I wanted to quickly reflect on how I chose to split the year in half right from the get-go and why this has been beneficial. Jan-Jun ELEMENT: Water… Continue reading Halfway Through 2026: First Half Reflection, Second Half Focus
On Remembrance, Grief, & Honouring a Life Well-Lived
A week ago, we laid our grandfather to rest. Finally, he is at peace. One with the earth. Returned to his Master in the Heavens above. Here, today, I wanted to just ruminate on remembering loved ones, the waves of grief, and what it means to honour someone's life. On the day of his funeral,… Continue reading On Remembrance, Grief, & Honouring a Life Well-Lived
Books for Pride Month: Honouring the LGBTQ+ Community
For each heading, I will recommend books I've read, ones I own but haven't read yet, and ones on my radar of interest. These book recommendations either feature main characters who are a part of the LGBTQ+ acronym, or the author is themselves. L - Lesbians Read: Bury Our Bones in the Midnight Soil Girl,… Continue reading Books for Pride Month: Honouring the LGBTQ+ Community
Things I’ve apologised for when I shouldn’t have
Maybe it's because I'm British or because I'm a woman, or because I have low self-esteem, but I've apologised A LOT. And today, I wanted to reflect on all the times I really shouldn't have. Of course, we must apologise when we have wronged someone, but that's less frequently than we might think. Maybe it’s… Continue reading Things I’ve apologised for when I shouldn’t have
How to Write More Frequently: Warm Up Tips
Before a run or a workout, you need to warm up. You stretch or activate the muscles before you expect your body to perform, right? Well, it's the same for writing! If we want our minds to perform, we need to warm them up. Stretch it, ease it in, get the cogs turning. If you… Continue reading How to Write More Frequently: Warm Up Tips
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