Wedding on a Farm
The weekend in England and Wales was spent attending a joyful family wedding on a farm, featuring delicious food, dancing, and quality time with relatives.
Fitzcarraldo
Receiving a free CD from parents at 16 sparked a deep appreciation for Glen Hansard’s music, especially tracks from his band The Frames, which remains cherished despite his tragic passing.
“Oh, Lord won't you buy me a Mercedes Benz”
After arriving in Stuttgart early in the morning, a visit to the Mercedes-Benz Museum revealed a fascinating array of automotive history, culminating in an enjoyable experience.
Porsche Museum
Visiting the Porsche Museum in Stuttgart was an exhilarating experience, deeply rooted in a lifelong passion for cars and their design.
Oxtail soup, Turkey & Ham, Jelly & Ice-cream
Family gatherings at the Sunset Ridge Hotel centered around a beloved set menu, creating lasting nostalgia despite the restaurant’s closure.
A video call in the middle of Berlin Hauptbahnhof
A video call from their surrogate’s husband during a tumultuous travel day provided a special moment of joy as they began the surrogacy process.
Eating seeds as a pastime activity
A cherished memory involves experiencing the exhilarating live performance of System of a Down with my brother, which solidified my long-standing love for their music.
Appleversary
Today, is my twentieth anniversary or ‘Appleversary’ at work. I walked in the door of the Irish head office on June 16th, 2006 to begin my career journey at Apple and it’s amazing to see how much has changed in twenty years.
Apple Watch
After years of using an Apple Watch, the author switched to a simple Casio watch to reduce anxiety caused by notifications and embrace a more straightforward approach to timekeeping.
But what if everything works out.
Struggling with grief over her mother’s death, the speaker finds solace in a story that prompts a hopeful perspective on the future.
The saxophone player with the hairy ear
A beautiful intercultural wedding took place near Grenoble, France, featuring an open bar, abundant food, and a memorable brass band, leaving the guests delighted and eager to return.
Sixth month anniversary
A visit to a mother’s grave half a year after her passing brought a mix of grief and comfort as she shared family updates with his husband.
"O Canada"
A trip to Toronto involved meeting surrogates and an egg donor while exploring the city and building connections for an upcoming family expansion.
Two years ago
Momento, a journaling app, has helped chronicle the author’s life, including the painful memory of discovering their mother’s stage-3 ovarian cancer diagnosis.
Best at rounders
A car journey with my brother sparked nostalgic conversations about our cherished childhood memories.
The Kids Are Alright
Caring for their young relatives over two weeks has been a rewarding experience filled with fun activities, despite some challenging weather.
Be Quiet and Drive
The recent Deftones concert was a thrilling experience, showcasing the band’s evolution and attracting a youthful audience alongside dedicated fans.
Writing was on the wall
A reflective recollection of a family meeting in the hospital reveals deep emotional turmoil and longing following the mother’s terminal cancer diagnosis and subsequent passing.
2025: The worst year of my life
2025 was marked by profound loss and grief following this author’s mother’s passing, prompting a strong rejection of traditional New Year’s resolutions.
Her favourite time of the year
This author reflects on their feelings after losing his mother, especially during the Christmas season, while sharing their experience with a friend.