A little peek into the things I do purely for fun — from getting lost in books and baking sweet treats, to Pinterest scrolling sessions, comfort TV binges, and a very on-pause Sims obsession. These are my small joys, the things that make everyday life feel a bit more me. 💛📚🧁📺
Tag: daily writing
✨ What’s in a Name? Apparently… a Whole Story
A name, a surprise, and a whole lot of backstory. From almost being a boy to nearly being called Charmaine, this is the cosy little story behind my name — Kimberley.
🚫📱 Please Return to Sender: Modern Social Media
If I could un-invent one thing, it would be modern social media — especially the video-everything era. I grew up when social media was simple: statuses, selfies, blurry nights out, and being trusted to come home when the streetlights turned on. No algorithms. No constant judgement. Just life, lived offline first.
🐘🐧 Paws, Trunks & Cheeky Faces: Why Picking One Favourite Is Impossible
Can’t choose just one favourite animal — my heart says elephants, penguins, apes and cats. Gentle giants, cheeky troublemakers, endlessly fascinating souls, and the ultimate vibe companions. Apparently, I’m an animal multi-lover… and yes, I’m still trying to convince O.H a cat belongs in our home 🐾💛
🚗💨 If I Had a Billboard… It’d Definitely Not Be Deep
If I had a freeway billboard, it wouldn’t be deep or life-changing — it’d be funny. The kind of message that makes you smile mid-commute and reminds you that life doesn’t always have to be serious. Sometimes, a laugh is more than enough. 💛
⏳ One Foot in Yesterday, One Eye on Tomorrow
Caught between memories and maybes, I find myself living in both the past and the future. Some moments bring warmth, others bring tears — especially as certain anniversaries approach. But hope, curiosity, and love for what’s ahead keep pulling me forward.
✨ Big Dreams, Big Pressure… Big Nope ✨
Kicking off 2026 with a big question and an even bigger realisation — I’m done comparing my reading life and my real life to impossible standards. This year is about letting go of the pressure and choosing what actually feels right for me and my family.
The Reading Nook 