The Lost Estate : The Great Christmas Feast *Review*
As a literature lover, and somebody who would without hesitation time-travel to Victorian London and never return, I have wanted to go to...
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"I know nothing with any certainty, but the sight of the stars makes me dream." - Vincent Van Gogh.
A blog by a.m.e. smith
I have always been inspired by great beauty, art, literature, theatre, and music. Allow me to write for you, openly and with a gentle heart, on the things that bring me joy. As per the name-sake of this blog, I have been inspired by Vincent Van Gogh my entire life, and hope to invoke that sensation of gazing upon the stars. I want to draw your attention to the beautiful, the unusual, that strange, and the brilliant. I hope to spark creativity, recognise the joy and love that surrounds us, and share some insight into my experiences. Expect musings on literature, art, baking, crafting, and finding beauty in even the darkest times. May it encourage you, dear reader, to dream too.
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A Few Updates : Writing Workshops and Podcasts
I took a moment to reflect this week. There are often quiet moments like these which, if you do not note them, pass by unrecognised....
Music, The Spring Edit
Yes, I know. I'm on the edge of late for this one. I have been holding onto this mix for a few months now, waiting for the weather to...
Music, The Winter Edit
Winter has always been my favourite season, and I have a tendency to romanticise it. I am someone who loves routines, traditions, and...
November 5th
This morning I woke up before my alarm, and there was frost on the ground in the garden below my window and fog as far as I could see...
Dungeons and Dragons Is For Nerds
Generally, I don't like fantasy. I've never seen Lord of The Rings and I have no interest in doing so. Dragons and elves don't excite me....
Music, The Autumn Edit
Music has always been, as it has for many, a huge part of my life. I grew up listening to music all of the time; The Beatles, Luthor...
Working From Home, Or How Many Snacks Is Too Many Snacks?
Like 46.6% of people in the UK (ons.gov.uk, April 2020), I've been working from home since 18th March. And, like so many others, this now...
A Visit to Hatfield House - August 2020
This post was written at the start of September, prior to the changes in guidance starting on September 14th. Always check the guidance...
A Feeling of Home
My first home was a little Victorian terraced house, with narrow corridors, steep stairs, and period fireplaces - complete with a wasp...
Why I Love Sports Movies
It's 2011, and the night before our school sports day. I've been put down for 300 meters. My brother has promised he will come and watch,...
Top 5 Book Recomendations
I never let the opportunity to discuss my favourite novels elude me, and this blog shall be no exception. Class of 2014 English...
Introductions
Like many millenials, this is not my first rodeo when it comes to starting a blog. Seemingly the solitary version of putting "do you...
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