"Life can only be understood backwards; but it must be lived forwards."- Soren Kierkegaard
Hi, I am Carla, a Londoner (turned Caponite*) finding my voice through writing. This blog is where I explore life's complexities – trauma, grief, personal growth, and the world around me. You will find reflections on current events, family, and long-term health issues, alongside my diverse passions: art, botany, literature, and geology. I am drawn to poetry, etymology, philosophy, and the beauty of the natural world, expressed through my pottery, illustrations, textiles, and herbal remedies. I believe in equality, psychology, and science, and I am here to share my journey, hoping it resonates with you, but am aware that we all cannot be everyone's cup of tea either and that is absolutely OK.
*People from Surrey (UK) were given this name during the Middle Ages due to the primary occupation of the people living there at that time. Rearing chickens for the London meat markets, they were called "Capons" after the male chickens that were gelded and then fed a rich diet of milk or porridge to fatten and enhance their flavour. Once considered a luxury by the wealthy (as these birds were especially popular during Christmas feasts), this practice is now outlawed in the UK, but still an interesting titbit to know if you also enjoy history.
*Any references used in my blog are sourced from my personal library, or linked from Google Scholar, Wikipedia, and Ground News; while all videos are linked from YouTube.