Trigger warning: traumatic events, panic, car accidents Canada-wide mental health resources: https://www.ccmhs-ccsms.ca/mental-health-resources-1 Online counseling: https://www.faithfulcounseling.com/ (Christian perspective therapy) A few months ago, while out walking by my house, I witnessed a fatal car and buggy accident and was first on the scene aside from the ones immediately involved in the accident. I won’t share details … Continue reading What to Expect After a Traumatic Event
Author: Ruth Marie Paterson
Existence Pain & Filling the Emptiness
This post is "From the Drafts". I decided to look at my drafts on WordPress —the posts I poured my heart into, but decided not to publish for one reason or another—and I think some of them want to be shared:) They are vulnerable, and I’m not an expert on anything I wax poetic on:) … Continue reading Existence Pain & Filling the Emptiness
Top 7 Books I Read in 2021
Hello readers, It's that time of year—when Spotify sends us our most played songs, and book bloggers share their favourite reads:) I'm sharing my top seven reads in this post. However, since I love lists, I ranked the 40+ books I read this year in order from my favourite to least favourite, and you can … Continue reading Top 7 Books I Read in 2021
My 2021 Books – Ranked
Since I love lists & books I ranked the 40+ books I read this year in order from my favourite to least favourite, enjoy if it interests you! I wrote my thoughts on the top seven books, you can see that here: top 7 books The Harry Potter Series - J.K. RowlingThat Hideous Strength - … Continue reading My 2021 Books – Ranked
3 Mindsets That Made Me a Better Writer
Note: I made a video version of this post too, if that's more your style. You can find it by clicking here: 3 Mindsets That Made Me a Better Writer - Video Version As I’m preparing to release my first book, I can’t help but feel both excited and inadequate at the same time. I … Continue reading 3 Mindsets That Made Me a Better Writer