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.
Tag: life reflections
Chalkboards, Cupcakes & Big “What If” Dreams
Childhood dreams don’t always disappear — sometimes they just evolve. A little look back at wanting to teach, loving childcare, and quietly dreaming of a life filled with cake.
🧸 The Originals: A Bear, A Doll, and a Lifetime of Love
Two childhood comfort items followed me through every stage of growing up — a teddy bear that’s now loved by my youngest, and a doll affectionately renamed Scary Mary. Proof that some attachments never really leave us… they just get passed on. 🧸💛
⏳ 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.
The Reading Nook 