Papa, I heard a Palestinian man speak today, of his land still locked in Apartheid just like we once were. And he spoke as if only to me, that his words rang clear in my ears and straight to my heart. Papa he said he was proud of us, as South Africans, as a nation. … More About Today
So often in life we wish things were over, that time passes quickly so we can move on to the next hour or the next day. We spend our days counting down the clock or completely mindless in heaps of work that we don’t stop until it’s too late. I find the hardest part of … More Photo Journal – Mosque Hopping
It took me six months to write down her story, six months to write down a few lines. It’s easier to forget. I met a woman in the city of Medina, in Saudi Arabia who tapped my shoulder as I was conversing with my mother. “Mummy?” she whispered as she pointed towards my mother, in … More And the mother prayed…
So this is a pleasant surprise! Or I got nominated by accident, probably the latter but let’s think positive thoughts! It’s rather thrilling being part of a virtual sisterhood and being nominated for an award. It’s a great feeling to be recognised by other bloggers especially since my blog is so young. It’s almost 3 … More Sisterhood of the World Blogger Award
I came across a land so desolate and undignified in nature, it saddened me. The way a man beheads a tree bleeding its life into the earth that sorrow befalls the garden, and the insects scramble back into the underground seeking refuge in its dirt. And I watch the sun’s rays through the yellowness of … More Broken Down Palace
Last night I lay in bed drifting in and out of the nothingness which consumes me, worried about things that shouldn’t concern me and dreaming of fantasies that will never be. And I lay there, still, between my white sheets which clung to my skin like on a hot summer’s night, sticking to my legs. … More Midnight Musings
Hi, I’m Gameema and I’m a shopaholic. OK, maybe not all the time, but sometimes, when I have some cash money and depression that only retail therapy can cure. But if you are a shopaholic then I’m going to be your enabler. And if you aren’t completely addicted to shopping then you haven’t been to … More Seoul’s Shopping District
Little Black Dress – Sale Shop (Korea), Pink Floral Dress – Traffic, Scarf – The Grand Parade, Oversized Jersey- Topshop SA, Handbag – Chanel “Inspired” Handbag (Korea), Opaque Tights – Woolworths SA, Ankle Boots – YDE
I could never put down to words the best moments I’ve had on my travels. Or even the worst for that matter. Each experience, good or bad has had a positive outcome. I don’t think I remember everything I did whilst travelling, or every single place I’ve visited. There are only memories, some more vivid … More Photo Journal – Temple Visit
