Monthly Archives: March 2025

Chapter 3: Returning To The Coast

Posted on March 31, 2025 by Marcia Ren

Leaving London behind didn’t mean leaving its influence. Eleanor carried it with her…the glow of city lights, the weight of history, the quiet realization that change had already begun. As the plane descended, she found herself caught between two worlds: the one she had always known and the one that had yet to unfold. The plane touched down under a sky streaked with soft blues and grays. Their home was perched along the edge of Seabrook coast… a rugged stretch where the sea met the land in a way that had always felt like theirs. The waves rolled in steady … Read the full blog post →

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London at Night: Chapter 2

Posted on March 24, 2025 by Marcia Ren

The magic of London in December lingers as Eleanor and Thomas step out into the crisp night air. Fresh from the enchantment of the The Nutcracker at the London Coliseum, they find themselves wrapped in the city’s glow…the streets alive with twinkling lights, the hum of passing conversations, and the quiet thrill of possibility. As they stroll through the bustling avenues, their conversation shifts from the performance to something deeper…reflections on time, change, and the paths still left to explore. Join Eleanor and Thomas as their evening in London unfolds, revealing moments of nostalgia, wonder, and the stirring realization that … Read the full blog post →

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Chapter 1: London in December – A New Story Begins

Posted on March 17, 2025 by Marcia Ren

For a while now, I’ve been wanting to share a story… One that blends a little fiction with personal reflections. I’m calling it a novella, and while some parts are drawn from real experiences, others are left for the reader to decide what’s real and what’s imagined. This is the first chapter: London in December. London in December The music swelled, filling the grand space of the London Colosseum, it’s soaring notes wrapping around Eleanor, like a warm embrace. On stage, Clara, twirled, the Nutcracker Prince guiding her into a world of magic and possibility. Eleanor sat transfixed, the beauty … Read the full blog post →

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A New Chapter: A Little Novella Begins

Posted on March 10, 2025 by Marcia Ren

March brings a season of change, and for me, it also brings a new creative project…one that blends fiction and reality, memory and imagination. As my husband and I continue preparing for our move, I find myself reflecting on the journey that brought us here…the places we’ve called home, the experiences that shaped us, and the anticipation of what’s to come. This has inspired me to begin something special: a little novella, part fiction and part truth. Some details may come from my own life, while others are born from creative storytelling. I’ll leave it up to you, dear reader, … Read the full blog post →

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A New chapter: Embracing Change and New Beginnings

Posted on March 3, 2025 by Marcia Ren

As winter gives way to spring in 2025, a wave of anticipation washes over me. My husband and I find ourselves standing at the edge of a significant life transition…a move from our peaceful coastal haven to a bustling city environment. After nearly a decade of living just 20 miles from the ocean, I am filled with a cocktail of emotions. Excitement mingles with bittersweet nostalgia as we prepare to leave behind a home that has been the cornerstone of our lives. Our current home is more than just a cottage…it’s a haven filled with memories, laughter, and countless small … Read the full blog post →

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