About me
I seem to have this ability to express myself through writing and I rather enjoy it. I learned from a very young age that if I were to write about how I was feeling or thinking it would be well received, often more so than any attempts at verbalizing the same thoughts.
I want to write. Not only about the things that come easily and naturally for me but I want to expand and broaden my areas of confidence when it comes to writing. I have never given it time or attention. I’m not sure how or about what or why but I feel pulled, drawn, that the universe is calling, that it’s time to begin the journey. It is my hope and dream that I get fulfillment from this mecca of mine.
I want to learn and grow as a writer. I want to learn and grow as a listener. I want to learn to engage the reader, stir the reader and most of all connect with the reader.
I would rather save the details of the ‘about’ to my writing. Let it unravel, to let you experience and get to know me through revelations in my writing. I want our relationship to be unique. Have your idea of who I am and what I am about blossom from with in you.
All that being said to help you know about me, I am first generation born Canadian (family from England) I am in my 40’s, I was married when I started this blog however now divorced and engaged with a new partner, I have children and grandchildren. I have raised 8 children both my own and adopted. I am currently a slow travelling digital nomad wandering, pondering and recollecting as I go.
I care about community, volunteerism, education, travel, culture, knowledge and enlightenment. I have a big fascination with the Universe, space, time and all of the sciences.
It is important to me that people learn and understand that they are special and unique. That they have a destiny and a purpose during their time here on this beautiful planet.
I share my life, my story, my adventures and teachings in hopes to help inspire others to do the same.
Thank you for taking the time out of your day to bother with my Blog.
You can find more of my writings here at Leon and I’s Travel Blog where we share our travels, thoughts and recommendations. https://www.closerlives.com/jennandleontravelblog
We’ve also got a YouTube Channel Jenn & Leon Travel where we share vlogs of our travels which you can find here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCD-wx9lLiFeulexN0Y00DMQ
Keep an eye out for the New Year of 2022 when I will also be sharing daily thoughts on my new soon to be announced You Tube Channel.
Thank you to those of you that have followed my journey since 2013 and also to those of you new to the journey I appreciate each and every one of you.
All the best,


A kindred spirit? 🙂 I care about many of the same things, and I want to make writing (and reading) a more integral part of my daily (or at least weekly) life.
So glad to hear it. I’m happy to hear that there are like minded people out there.
I have been blown away by the amazing things that I have read over the last day or two. I’m about to blog about that very topic (reading).
Thank you for the comment and the encouragement and good luck with your journey.
I think it is a good idea to just let the blog grow, that is, have a life of its own. You just steer it and that will be enough for us!
Thank you. I will try my best.
It gets to be addictive.
But truth be told I blog primarily for myself – to organise and formulate my own thoughts and get them written them down. The main feeling of achievement comes in finishing a post. Having readers is a bonus. Visitors and followers are icing on the cake.
Good Luck with your blog.
Doing it for yourself is key to remaining artistic, fresh and passionate in my opinion. And here’s to the icing on the cake 🙂
Continued success for you!
Congratulations on you new blog! I too am new at this and spending too much time here
Hopefully this gets quicker…keep up the amazing writing.
Thank you. It does get quicker but there is so much to see and so many things to read, it’s hard to remember to write these past few days!
Good luck with your blog. I will be reading.
I think you’re off to a good start! Best of luck.
Thanks so much John. To you as well.
Thanks for the visit to mine…It’s a year now since I started and yes it can get addictive, like now when I should be asleep. I’ve “met” lots of wonderful bloggers and it is fun. It does help to know what you are about so you can find like-minded folk more easily. I wasn’t sure what I was for the most of last year but I definitely knew photography was a large part of my blog. The chatting part I just left to myself and whoever came along was welcome to read, take or leave whatever they found. It is fun to have someone comment but I found it’s nicer to just find other blogs to read and comment on (and that’s just me talking not giving advice). Just be yourself and have fun 🙂 (now that’s my 2cs). Welcome to the blogosphere and WP.
Regards,
Mary
Hi Mary,
I have so many interests and passions. It’s so nice to be able to explore them through blogs.
Thanks for your input and 2cs!
Take care,
Jennifer
Best of luck– you have a good style in the opening.
Thank you. I appreciate that.
Jennifer
Hi Jennifer, glad to see you. I’m a newbie too and trying to find my way. It will be fun to follow your writing adventure.
“You never know who is reading or what your writings can do for other people.
Trust your instincts. Trust your intuition. I can’t say that enough.”
Thanks for that thought, it is really helpful. Also, thanks for stopping by to see what I’m up to, I appreciate it.
Thank you for the encouragement. I enjoyed your blog. Best of luck with it and keep letting me know what you think of my blogs!
Continued success.
Jennifer
Jennifer — Thank you for stopping by my Blog recently and liking my current post. I truly appreciate you taking the time to do so. I also share your enjoyment of writing, and while I consider myself to be a pretty good story teller when I have an audience, rarely do I have the audience to listen. This medium allows me to tell my stories, to those that choose to listen, and who find my ramblings interesting. I also write for my granddaughter, so she can learn about me after I am gone. Your gift and skill as a writer, has been special to you. I wish you much success. Please take care — Bill
I’m glad to be a member of your audience. Legacy is important. I think you will leave behind a beautiful gift. You are such a thoughtful grandfather.
Continued success.
Jennifer
A lovely introduction to you, looking forward to seeing how your blog progresses, the best of British to you and your family! 🙂 G
Thank you!
Please let me know what your thoughts are about any topics or about my writing directly.
Cheers.
Hello Jennifer You have a great writing here…keep writing and enjoy.Nice to Meet here..
Cyril
Thank you. I apreciate your kind words.
Always Welcome Jennifer.Nice to meet her..I’m inviting to write articles or stories through blog.Please contribute and feel free to share your new thoughts and ideas in blogging.I will support you too.
Thanks Cyril
Hi Jennifer, Thanks for stopping by and taking time to comment today. Keep up the great writing!
Thank you. I enjoyed your blog.
Continued success!
Jennifer
Hi, concerning your blog name:
Is it writings of a mrs? Or writing sofa mrs?
Either way is cool-I am just a curious soul.
Dear curious soul,
I am tempted to also leave that up for interpretation but although I have a strong fondness towards my sofa… the name of my blog is writings of a mrs.
I love inquiring minds!
Cheers,
Jennifer
Thank you for clearing that up for me. Half of WordPress can now sleep easier!
Andy
Great start on your blog, Jennifer! Keep writing! It’s therapeutic, fun, and helpful to others too. Thanks for visiting my site and commenting on my IHeartFaces entry today! ~Jane
Thank you. My pleasure.
I love your photography.
Continued success!
Thanks Jennifer for visiting my blog. I appreciate it very much. I look forward to reading more of your posts.
Thank you for taking the time to comment.
I look forward to writing more so that works out nicely. 🙂
Cheers,
Jennifer
Thanks for checking out my blog and my recent posts! I hope you get a chance to try out a recipe or two for yourself. I look forward to following your posts as well.
-Christine
Hi Christine,
Mmmm banana sushi. That will be our after school snack this afternoon. What a fabulous idea.
Cheers,
Jennifer
Thanks so much! Let me know how it turns out!
I know your passion. I always say what I feel. You seem like a wonderful person! : ) Best of luck to you my friend in all of your endeavors.
Thank you I appreciate the kind words.
Best of luck to you as well,
Jennifer
Thank you for stopping by my blog. I enjoyed reading through your writing and can feel the energy and release. I must say that I am so impressed by the rapidity that blog has taken off with. I am newish to blogging too and still trying to figure out how to get there, get noticed, improve myself etc…….
Cheers!
M
Hi M,
It’s a continual journey for each of us. I’m positive that you will get where you want to be, the first step is knowing it!
I have been reading and taking an interest in other peoples blogs, commenting if I have something to say and trying to encourage others. I have focused more time on reading then writing in fact.
You’ve given me something to think about and possibly something to blog about in the near future.
Take care,
Jennifer
Thank you for reading, liking, and following my blog. I hope you’ll continue to read along.
– Azariah
Hi Azariah,
Like wise.
Thank you for stopping in and saying hello.
Cheers,
Jennifer
Hi Jennifer, I share your sentiments…expressing yourself better in writing than in speech. Happy journeys!
…and thanks for liking my post. I appreciate.
My pleasure. I like your blog.
Cheers,
Jennifer
Thanks for stopping by and liking my posts today! 🙂
I’m enjoying your posts!
Thank you for stopping by, much success in your writing journey – blessings 🙂
Thank you, to you as well.
Jennifer
hi, thanks for dropping by. It’s always fun to find other people’s blogs randomly this way 🙂
I couldn’t agree more. Welcome!
Jennifer
thank you for visiting my WP…
My pleasure.
Thank you for stopping by mine. I hope you return.
Jennifer
Let it rip! 🙂
Ian,
See me ripping!?
Jennifer
Welcome to wordpress Jennifer. BTW…you’re cute.
Shayn,
Thank you. I hope you enjoy my blog.
Cheers,
Jennifer
Hi Jennifer. May I wish you well in your journey. Thank you so much for liking my poem ‘ Hotel’. Best Wishes. The Foureyed Poet.
Hi there,
I loved your poem.
Thanks for checking out my blog, I hope you’ll stick around.
Jennifer
I like your “About”… I often feel like my mind just works in writing mode!
Yes, it’s so distracting. I find myself continually thinking, that would eb a great idea for a blog, or wanting to stop everything and write an inspired poem.
A lot has been changing with in me and my household lately!
Are you working on something specific right now?
Cheers,
Jennifer
Hi Jennifer and thanks for the like. I am new to blogging so appreciate you taking time to stop by. Like you, I love writing and always have done so just wanted to create a forum for fellow writers to share their work and interact. Hope it takes off, but whatever happens I will keep writing! 🙂
So great to hear from you.
I was just new a mere 14 days ago today. I feel like I am only a baby blogger myself.
Write from your heart. From what makes you shine inside.
Cheers,
Jennifer
Hi Jennifer!
Thank you for visiting Word Share Junkie. I’m so glad you enjoyed my latest post on turning childhood noise into adult shine. I want to wish you luck on your journey as a writer. You’re on a great track already!
Have a great week.
Sonia
Hi Sonia,
Thank you for the warm wishes.
Continued success with your blog.
Jennifer
Thanks. You too!
I don’t often venture over to blogs with words: I primarily focus on photos. However, if you see any of my photos that would work well with your words feel free to use them…a link back to my blog would be appreciated. Good luck.
Hi there,
I may take you up on that offer, I will definitely keep that in mind.
Thank you Luke.
Happy blogging, head on over if you want to read. I try to keep my posts short!
Jennifer
Thank you for visiting my blog! 🙂
I really enjoy your blog.
Keep it up,
Cheers,
Jennifer
Thanks for stopping by my site and post. Keep up the great work you’re doing on yours.
Thank you. I will be sure to stop by again.
Cheers,
Jennifer
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Hi thanks so much for liking my post “On My Knees” and for stopping by my blog. Your blog is amazing too. So have a wonderful day. Betty
Hi Betty,
Glad you like it.
Cheers,
Jennifer
Thanks for stopping by …
Jennifer,
I was so glad you dropped by my blog “Randa Lane…” and liked my poem “Adam.” Very few of my writings are as “mature” in theme as “Adam,” so visit often. I have just followed you because of the excellence of your poetic voice and am looking forward to sharing the world through your eyes…and heart.
Warmest,
-R-
Hi R,
Thank you for the kind words.
Yes, the poem was ‘mature’ but then again so am I!
Thank you for the follow.
Continued success,
Jennifer
Thanks for stopping by and checking me out! I am flattered by your “like”! 🙂
My pleasure. I enjoyed your post.
Cheers,
Jennifer
Thanks for liking our blog. We’ll be checking back on yours as well. Keep up the good work.
Thank you kindly I appreciate.
Jennifer
Hi writingsofamrs, thanks for liking my poem, “Whisper and Moan.” I will return to read your blog.
Alright, thank you for commenting. Let me know what you think of what you read.
Take care,
Jennifer
Thank You for all your ‘Likes’!!! It is greatly appreciated. 😀
Thanks for having so much material that I like!
Cheers,
Jennifer
😀
Thank You! Cheers back, Patrice :~))
I’ve found that writing what you feel and having your voice be heard is very rewarding. Even though my blog is mostly silly and sarcastic and filled with your garden-variety profanity…you can still hear my voice through it – and you can also hear yourself chuckle at my mis-haps. I’m glad you stumbled upon my blog a few days ago – and even “gladder” that I am reading yours – so thank you for that – and for reaching out. You’re a gem that I’m lucky to have found! Keep being YOU! ~ Sassy
Oh my sassy, you are starting to sound sweet! 😉
Thanks for taking the time to comment. I appreciate it.
And thank you for the too generous words.
Jennifer
I know. Reading my blog, you would think that “sweet” isn’t really an adjective that would be used…but I have my moments. 😉 ha!
Thanks for the like! You have a nice blog here 🙂
Thank you I appreciate that!
Cheers,
Jennifer
When I told my aunt, an Irish artist, that I was working on a memoir she said to me, “Oh, you must join a writer’s workshop.” It was the best piece of advice I ever got. Stick with it, and follow your passion.
Hi Jim,
Thanks for the comment and the guidance. I may look into something like that, if I can find the time!
Passion is the key to success. Energy is a powerful thing!
Jennifer
Thank you for liking my poem…:-)
RVT,
It was my pleasure, it was beautiful.
Cheers,
Jennifer
thanks 🙂
This is Beautiful.I’m a broadcaster these days,and that was always my passion.Out of nowhere in my mid 40s writing seem to come out of nowhere.Stuff would just ….come to me 🙂 .I’d also mess around with poetry and multimedia on You Tube.Am writing a novel since sept.Best of luck Jennifer,your blog has a nice welcoming feeling.LOVE from Ireland.Mark.
Hi Mark,
Thanks for sharing your journey. Following your heart and intuition is so important, get’s energy moving!
Poetry is so new for me! Like a week new! But I’m enjoying it.
Multimedia and You Tube is on my horizon 😉
Thanks for the love from Ireland.
I hope you stayed tuned.
Cheers and continued success,
Jennifer
I love your stuff Jennifer. I am loving blogging and like you am learning alot
Hi Sue,
So glad that you enjoy it. That’s exactly what motivates me to continue!
Blogging is so freeing and rewarding, so personal! I wish I’d started years ago.
Cheers and continued success,
Jenifer
Hi Jennifer,
Thanks for stopping by my site. I’m so please you did because it introduced me to yours! I’ve started blogging as a way to develope my writing practice as well. Such a great medium. Can’t wait to read everythingyou post! Stephanie
Hi Stephanie,
You are too sweet.
It’s a great platform to read, write, learn and grow with people around to support and encourage you along the way.
😀
Jennifer
Hello Jennifer,
Thanks for your visit to my site and for giving me the opportunity to discover and explore yours. You write with a free, happy, exhuberant style that is so comfortable and easy to read. There’s a happy confidence that made me want to explore more. I am assuming the picture was of your son, if so, when he grows up the girls are gonna love dem eyes. Best of luck to you on your journey and with your blog.
Paul
Hi Papa Bear,
Yours is by far my most valued and appreciated comment. Thank you.
Yes that’s my son and the girls already love him at 5! The amount of ‘girls only except for Adam’ parties he gets invited to is silly!
Well wishes,
Jennifer
Jennifer, Thank you for stopping by for a visit & liking that poem. As soon as your site came up I knew we were kindred spirits. I will be happy to follow along on your journey. Patti
Hi Patti,
thanks for taking the time to leave a comment, please continue too! I enjoy getting to know people.
Have a wonderful afternoon,
Jennifer