Book Review - In Memory of the Moon Maiden by Liliana De Sabbata
Author Liliana De Sabbata has created this collection of heartfelt poems in the most delightful way. Divided into 4 ‘seasons’, I was...
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Crystal Leonardi
- Oct 23, 2022
- 2 min
Book Review - Eight Seconds by Frances Dall'alba
‘Grace Lucas’ was a young girl with big dreams. She lived an early life unnoticed but found comfort and love in horses. Her heart was...
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Crystal Leonardi
- Oct 16, 2022
- 2 min
Book Review - No Finish Line by Johnny Ruffo
‘No Finish Line’ has been truthfully told by none other than Johnny Ruffo. Australian singer, actor, dancer, presenter, and all-around...
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Crystal Leonardi
- Oct 10, 2022
- 3 min
Book Review - A Nurse Like Aunty Mavis by Denise Petersen
My first thought on receiving this book was, tell me more about Aunty Mavis! Obviously, she was a significant influence to the author...
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Crystal Leonardi
- Jun 29, 2022
- 4 min
Casualties of Cancer
Babies. They are my kryptonite (along with all things that sparkle). I love babies. I am honest to goodness a mascot for all the clucky...
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Crystal Leonardi
- Jun 15, 2022
- 3 min
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Something I love about making new friends who are also writers, is their pertinent feedback of my work. Recently I had a chance meeting...
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Crystal Leonardi
- Jun 9, 2022
- 2 min
Yes VS No
“What you say NO to is equally as important as what you say YES to” Michelle Bridges. Why did it take a big screen to make me realize...
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Crystal Leonardi
- May 19, 2022
- 2 min
The MB Way
This week I met the notoriously fierce Michelle Bridges. Two things shocked me a little; 1. she's actually really tall! 2. Underneath all...
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Crystal Leonardi
- Feb 25, 2022
- 2 min
It's Love
When away with Sebastian on these medical trips, I suddenly find myself free to feel. I realize that my headspace is so full in my...
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Crystal Leonardi
- Feb 16, 2022
- 2 min
It is Written
Sitting in Sebby's darkened recovery room at QCH on the week of 7th February 2022, I once again faced familiar emotions and a new sense...
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Crystal Leonardi
- Feb 16, 2022
- 2 min
Just a Man
After a tremendously difficult day in hospital yesterday with Sebastian, I found myself turning to writing to process all of the emotions...
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Crystal Leonardi
- Jan 20, 2022
- 2 min
Unpacking 'baggage'
This photo was taken this morning. It's my suitcase from my trip to Brisbane last week with Sebastian. We returned home 8 days ago, which...
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Crystal Leonardi
- Jan 15, 2022
- 6 min
IPC Health VIC - 'Resilience'
In December of 2021, I was invited to be a keynote speaker for the IPC Health VIC Annual Awards Ceremony. I'd like to share my speech...
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Crystal Leonardi
- Jan 11, 2022
- 2 min
Tiffany - The Perfect Storm
They say 'timing is everything' and this week, we demonstrated a lack of perfect timing to perfection. It was the perfect storm......
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Crystal Leonardi
- Jan 1, 2022
- 3 min
Freedom of Choice
I've been sitting on this one for a few days now, unsure weather to publish or not... It's an opinion from my perspective on a topic that...
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Crystal Leonardi
- Nov 24, 2021
- 2 min
The Future is Right Outside Your Window
When I look outside my window, I see the staunch green mountains of the Great Dividing Range, nestled amongst the hills and farming land...
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Crystal Leonardi
- Nov 10, 2021
- 2 min
All The Feels
Earlier this year, I participated in a writing workshop with the great Edwina Shaw. She taught me so much in such a short time and...
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Crystal Leonardi
- Oct 21, 2021
- 2 min
Giving In v. Giving Up
As we continue on this path of unknowns with Sebastian and his brain tumour, I've suddenly realized that at some stage, a parent in my...
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Crystal Leonardi
- Oct 5, 2021
- 2 min
Something's Gotta Give
When I'm feeling overwhelmed with the many 'hats' I wear; mother, carer, writer, cook, cleaner, gardener, farmer's wife; I try to remind...
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Crystal Leonardi
- Sep 22, 2021
- 2 min
Finding my Rhythm
I'm feeling rejuvenated and energized after a full night sleep. Something I still don't get very often due to Sebastian's brain tumour....
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