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Dripping away

Such an honour to be selected for publication in the University of Queensland Publications Society's Jacaranda 2020 edition.

I've enjoyed writing poetry since childhood, so it was really fun rediscovering my creativity and playing with words in this way. A big thank you to the Jacaranda team and Editor-in-Chief Marina Tulic for the support and consideration.

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The Power of LOL: Using humour to build resilience during COVID-19 isolation

There are pieces you write that can make you feel proud. Perhaps it scored you a high distinction at uni, or it's your first time seeing your name in print. Or you got a byline in your favourite title.

But this piece? This piece makes me the proudest of all because it comes straight from my heart. Written during the COVID lockdown here in Queensland, I draw inspiration from the resilience and humour of my late brother to help navigate one of Australia's biggest health crises.

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‘I had a miscarriage then a psychic made an incredible prediction’

Waking from the deepest sleep of my life, I was relieved to find myself in bed and drowsy. I’d had a harrowing nightmare, but now I felt safe, warm. I reached my hand up to my belly.

Then I heard the clatter of instruments against a tray, the low, pained moan of a stranger, and the whiz of curtains being drawn.

My confusion broke and I felt a hot wave of heartbreak rush over my body, the nightmare was my reality. I was in recovery and my baby was gone.

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