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A quote from Steve Jobs to start my week. It was really the basis of his work and his contribution to the world,   ‘Simplicity is the ultimate sophistication'   And whilst writing my words can’t really compare to the invention of the iPhone or now the...

This week heralds the BWA in East London hosting a Poetry Recital and Gin tasting evening, at Exotic Marigold, a boho-chic boutique store in East London.   My three favourites, Gin, BWA & Exotic Marigold.   The BWA has always been an avid supporter of my...

As the daily grind unfolds, I find there’s always time to stop, to stare, and become grateful once again, as new life adventures unfold. The week began with the early arrival of Gianni James, the newest addition to the Bennett household. Many Congratulations to Maria...

Dear Poetry Lovers, This was the weekend of special times with special folks. Saturday morning kicked off with the first of ‘Poetry Morning with Friends’, an inaugural glimpse of more! It was the right time to launch my journal, in cork, and a matching pen in bamboo...

Dear Poetry Lovers, As I settle into another week, I reflect on the week that was. A short working week, we’ll have to wait a while before another ‘spoil’ like this one. Yet, some highlights to reflect on and be grateful for. As usual, these days, as the universe...

This past week served as a reminder of some of the poems I’ve written last year. I had my own little party writing over the course of the 21 day poetic reflection through our Lockdown in South Africa, some poems dedicated to some countries in the World that Covid-19...

Dear Poetry Lovers, I‘m counting little blessings, this past week, it has been inspiring, humbling, and a reminder that there’s always a new Beginning somewhere to be celebrated. Inspiration and Lynne Corby, a seamless match. Lynne and the team at Sculptures have been...

First, a surprise phone call from one of my closest friends from Germany, let’s call her ‚M‘ for the purpose of the blog. ‚M’ and I have known each other for almost two decades now, she was at the virtual part of the poetry launch (see cover photo) She admitted that...

Easter time this year has been a whirlwind. I hope that for all of you out there, it was filled with rest, peace, joy, and precious moments with family and friends. Good Friday Eve spelled a glorious morning spent with family and close friends at the formal Launch of...

The first quarter of 2021 is almost over, and the months seemed to have reeled past so quickly. By now, you’ve read a little about me, and this immense passion I have for the written word, I honor them liked little treats, like wrapped vintage Bonbons. Remember...