Let’s take stock – What have I been doing?

There are certain times where I like to just sit and be like “Alyssa, wah you really been doing?” Sometimes it feels like it’s been a lot, but other times I’m like “Naa, not really.” So, this is me taking stock. And you’re coming along for the journey. “What have I been up to lately?” (I ask myself) And this is my response (to myself). Since January 1st 2020 I’ve: House-sat for my au-pair family Read more…

My Own Stress

I stressed myself out BIG TIME. And it was all me…. You know how sometimes when you’re sick, you turn to google? You research your symptoms and 5 minutes later your small cough is now because of this gigantic tumor and you fear you only have hours to live? Well, because of google and my own imagination, I gave myself at least two months of restless nights. 60 days of all consuming thoughts. 1,440hrs (give Read more…

Galavanting with Aiden

Galavanting with Aiden is likeeee…. Hanging with a younger adult (kinda) who you may have to say “no” to a few times, yet gives you the freedom to do fun things in life. And he’s only 12. This kid is the dang diggity. Can I boast bout him just for a little bit? He’s smart. Mentally and emotionally – he can complete his home-work in a jiffy (honestly sometimes I think it’s too easy for Read more…

Blessings on top of Blessings

A Global Gyal reflection. Looking back on my first couple months in Sydney, I realized I had a lot to be thankful for. And little did I know how much of an impact it would have on me a year later…. There was much uncertainty when I first arrived. My whole year was like a big question mark. What would my life look like in 3 months much less 10? Where would I be? What Read more…

My Caribbean Peeps in Sydney

As the new year rolled around (Happy New Year everyone!) I reflected a bit and realized – I’ve been in Australia for almost one year! How did this come and go so quickly?? I not too sure myself. BUT, I do know it had a lot to do with these people below that I met when I first arrived. Here, I give a shout-out to the Caribbean people in my Sydney life that made/make my Read more…