How to write about them without “getting it wrong”
The truth is: you don’t need perfect words. You just need the moments only you remember — the tiny rituals, the nicknames, the ordinary days that meant everything.
Little ways to keep them close
Gentle ideas for preserving the moments that mattered — and turning “just photos” into something you’ll be grateful you made.
NZ summer tips for dogs: heat, paws, water & beach days
A gentle, practical guide for New Zealand summers — when to walk, how to protect paws on hot concrete, staying hydrated, finding shade, and what to watch for if it’s too hot.
When it hurts to look at photos (and why it’s still love)
Some days you can’t open your gallery — and that’s okay. This is a gentle way to keep them close without forcing the pain. A memoir can be a doorway you choose when you’re ready.