There is a certain kind of ache that settles quietly. Sometimes it shows up in the evening, when the house is finally still. And other times, it sneaks in while you’re scrolling, or maybe standing in the kitchen, or even watching someone else step into a life milestone you thought you’d have reached ...
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The Sunday Letter
Coming soon: a poem, a gentle practice and one mother's voice, every Sunday morning. Until then, a new poem arrives on Instagram each week.
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Hello, I'm Sophie
Poet, mother of two boys, and the one who lights the candles here. This space belongs to all of us. Read our story
If this spoke to you
The Sunday Letter
Coming soon: a poem, a gentle practice and one mother's voice, every Sunday morning. Until then, a new poem arrives on Instagram each week.
Your host
Hello, I'm Sophie
Poet, mother of two boys, and the one who lights the candles here. This space belongs to all of us. Read our story
If this spoke to you
The Sunday Letter
Coming soon: a poem, a gentle practice and one mother's voice, every Sunday morning. Until then, a new poem arrives on Instagram each week.
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Hello, I'm Sophie
Poet, mother of two boys, and the one who lights the candles here. This space belongs to all of us. Read our story
Poetry on Mothers: Where Love & Motherhood Meet
If there’s one thing that carries us mothers through the (seemingly eternal) early mornings, hard times, and everything else in between… it’s our own, ever flowing, love we feel for our babies; a love that grows roots and blossoms like flowers (even when we feel absolutely cream-crackered - ...
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The Sunday Letter
Coming soon: a poem, a gentle practice and one mother's voice, every Sunday morning. Until then, a new poem arrives on Instagram each week.
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Hello, I'm Sophie
Poet, mother of two boys, and the one who lights the candles here. This space belongs to all of us. Read our story
If this spoke to you
The Sunday Letter
Coming soon: a poem, a gentle practice and one mother's voice, every Sunday morning. Until then, a new poem arrives on Instagram each week.
Your host
Hello, I'm Sophie
Poet, mother of two boys, and the one who lights the candles here. This space belongs to all of us. Read our story
Beautiful Poems for Her: A Stimulating Selection
If you’ve ever sat with a notebook in hand, heart full, mind racing, trying to find the right words to tell your best friend or even your sister/relative just how much she means to you, you’ll know that friendship, love and language have always danced together in form or other. Across ...
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The Sunday Letter
Coming soon: a poem, a gentle practice and one mother's voice, every Sunday morning. Until then, a new poem arrives on Instagram each week.
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Hello, I'm Sophie
Poet, mother of two boys, and the one who lights the candles here. This space belongs to all of us. Read our story
If this spoke to you
The Sunday Letter
Coming soon: a poem, a gentle practice and one mother's voice, every Sunday morning. Until then, a new poem arrives on Instagram each week.
Your host
Hello, I'm Sophie
Poet, mother of two boys, and the one who lights the candles here. This space belongs to all of us. Read our story
In the Blink of an Eye: Poems About Living Life
Before we start, know this; I am a classic, stereotypical 'existentialist' if ever there was one. In fact, I tend to live life through the lens of, "If I were to die tomorrow, would I be happy with how I've lived/behaved/treated others today?" Seriously, this is me. And this, I find, is reflected ...
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The Sunday Letter
Coming soon: a poem, a gentle practice and one mother's voice, every Sunday morning. Until then, a new poem arrives on Instagram each week.
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Hello, I'm Sophie
Poet, mother of two boys, and the one who lights the candles here. This space belongs to all of us. Read our story
If this spoke to you
The Sunday Letter
Coming soon: a poem, a gentle practice and one mother's voice, every Sunday morning. Until then, a new poem arrives on Instagram each week.
Your host
Hello, I'm Sophie
Poet, mother of two boys, and the one who lights the candles here. This space belongs to all of us. Read our story
Female Empowerment Poems: A Celebration of Strong Women
As women, it's good to be reminded of influential voices that challenge societal norms, break barriers, and redefine what it means to be a 'one of us'. Female empowerment poems speak not only to the strength of women but also to the unyielding power of their voices, their presence, and their ...
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The Sunday Letter
Coming soon: a poem, a gentle practice and one mother's voice, every Sunday morning. Until then, a new poem arrives on Instagram each week.
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Hello, I'm Sophie
Poet, mother of two boys, and the one who lights the candles here. This space belongs to all of us. Read our story
If this spoke to you
The Sunday Letter
Coming soon: a poem, a gentle practice and one mother's voice, every Sunday morning. Until then, a new poem arrives on Instagram each week.
Your host
Hello, I'm Sophie
Poet, mother of two boys, and the one who lights the candles here. This space belongs to all of us. Read our story
Joy in the Chaos: A Gentle Gratitude Practice for Soul~Weary Mothers
There are days when the wildness of motherhood feels like it's just too much, and it's these exact days that we moms need to seek out our own gratitude practice. You know those days when you pour your tea, forget it's even on the counter, and find it cold hours later? Or the days when the ...
If this spoke to you
The Sunday Letter
Coming soon: a poem, a gentle practice and one mother's voice, every Sunday morning. Until then, a new poem arrives on Instagram each week.
Your host
Hello, I'm Sophie
Poet, mother of two boys, and the one who lights the candles here. This space belongs to all of us. Read our story
If this spoke to you
The Sunday Letter
Coming soon: a poem, a gentle practice and one mother's voice, every Sunday morning. Until then, a new poem arrives on Instagram each week.
Your host
Hello, I'm Sophie
Poet, mother of two boys, and the one who lights the candles here. This space belongs to all of us. Read our story
Let’s Talk About Love Poetry
Ah, love poetry. The very mention of it conjures up images of moonlit strolls, whispered secrets, and perhaps even, the soft brush of fingertips against the skin late at night? But what exactly is it about love poetry that captivates us all so much? I'd love to be able to answer for all of ...
If this spoke to you
The Sunday Letter
Coming soon: a poem, a gentle practice and one mother's voice, every Sunday morning. Until then, a new poem arrives on Instagram each week.
Your host
Hello, I'm Sophie
Poet, mother of two boys, and the one who lights the candles here. This space belongs to all of us. Read our story
If this spoke to you
The Sunday Letter
Coming soon: a poem, a gentle practice and one mother's voice, every Sunday morning. Until then, a new poem arrives on Instagram each week.
Your host
Hello, I'm Sophie
Poet, mother of two boys, and the one who lights the candles here. This space belongs to all of us. Read our story
Mom Life: Let’s Shift The Narrative
"You're SO annoyingly positive" was a comment I once received in an Instagram message. I read it and was taken aback. What the?! Of course, I'm fully aware that every woman is different. Every mom is different. We all experience parenthood differently. But I do believe - ...
If this spoke to you
The Sunday Letter
Coming soon: a poem, a gentle practice and one mother's voice, every Sunday morning. Until then, a new poem arrives on Instagram each week.
Your host
Hello, I'm Sophie
Poet, mother of two boys, and the one who lights the candles here. This space belongs to all of us. Read our story
If this spoke to you
The Sunday Letter
Coming soon: a poem, a gentle practice and one mother's voice, every Sunday morning. Until then, a new poem arrives on Instagram each week.
Your host
Hello, I'm Sophie
Poet, mother of two boys, and the one who lights the candles here. This space belongs to all of us. Read our story
How to Build Self Confidence As A Mom
Want to build self confidence in yourself and stroll into that room like you own the place? You'll find the answers you need right here in this post. You've got this! Confidence. It's a killer word, right?! We all need it. After all, a lack of confidence leads to negative thoughts about ...
If this spoke to you
The Sunday Letter
Coming soon: a poem, a gentle practice and one mother's voice, every Sunday morning. Until then, a new poem arrives on Instagram each week.
Your host
Hello, I'm Sophie
Poet, mother of two boys, and the one who lights the candles here. This space belongs to all of us. Read our story
If this spoke to you
The Sunday Letter
Coming soon: a poem, a gentle practice and one mother's voice, every Sunday morning. Until then, a new poem arrives on Instagram each week.
Your host
Hello, I'm Sophie
Poet, mother of two boys, and the one who lights the candles here. This space belongs to all of us. Read our story
How to Soften Into Motherhood in a Hardened World
About Motherhood Motherhood is no simple task. It’s (literally) a rollercoaster of emotions, responsibilities, and countless roles that leave you exhausted, overwhelmed, and often, disconnected from yourself and your loved ones. But, other times, it's all of life itself. It's stunningly ...
If this spoke to you
The Sunday Letter
Coming soon: a poem, a gentle practice and one mother's voice, every Sunday morning. Until then, a new poem arrives on Instagram each week.
Your host
Hello, I'm Sophie
Poet, mother of two boys, and the one who lights the candles here. This space belongs to all of us. Read our story
If this spoke to you
The Sunday Letter
Coming soon: a poem, a gentle practice and one mother's voice, every Sunday morning. Until then, a new poem arrives on Instagram each week.
Your host
Hello, I'm Sophie
Poet, mother of two boys, and the one who lights the candles here. This space belongs to all of us. Read our story
A New Mum Survival Kit
(This post was improved and updated on 16.03.2025) This is not your typical new mum survival kit; let me clarify! I'm not sharing 'must have bubble baths' or anything like that. Instead, I'll share real-life advice on how to help your mind and body in the early days, weeks, and months as a new ...
If this spoke to you
The Sunday Letter
Coming soon: a poem, a gentle practice and one mother's voice, every Sunday morning. Until then, a new poem arrives on Instagram each week.
Your host
Hello, I'm Sophie
Poet, mother of two boys, and the one who lights the candles here. This space belongs to all of us. Read our story
If this spoke to you
The Sunday Letter
Coming soon: a poem, a gentle practice and one mother's voice, every Sunday morning. Until then, a new poem arrives on Instagram each week.
Your host
Hello, I'm Sophie
Poet, mother of two boys, and the one who lights the candles here. This space belongs to all of us. Read our story
Short and Sweet Poems: Capturing True Love In A Few Words
There’s something super magical about short and sweet poems. In just a few lines, they capture emotions that could fill volumes, yet the need for that isn't quite there because, well, why fill volumes if you don't need to?! Perhaps for you, dear reader, it’s a quiet need of longing to ...
If this spoke to you
The Sunday Letter
Coming soon: a poem, a gentle practice and one mother's voice, every Sunday morning. Until then, a new poem arrives on Instagram each week.
Your host
Hello, I'm Sophie
Poet, mother of two boys, and the one who lights the candles here. This space belongs to all of us. Read our story
