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I Miss
I miss me. I miss the old me, the younger me. I miss the me of 8 months ago. Happy, calm, naïve. Unknowing of what was to come. I miss...
Saffron Canny-Smith
Aug 8, 20251 min read


My Progress - Seeking Help for ME/CFS
I've been dealing with a whole host of health problems this year, from anxiety and depression, to autistic burnout, ME/CFS and a myriad...
Saffron Canny-Smith
Aug 6, 20252 min read


Slow Down, You're Doing Fine.
You can't be everything you want to be before your time. - Billy Joel But seriously, slow down. There is an immense pressure from society...
Saffron Canny-Smith
Aug 4, 20252 min read


2025 - the Hardest Year of my Life
Okay, maybe that title's a bit rich, but the first half of this year has definitely been a challenging year for me. I started off the...
Saffron Canny-Smith
Aug 1, 20252 min read


What Katy Did - Why you Should Read it if you're Disabled
An image of the copy I have of What Katy Did Last week, I felt a strong urge to re-read one of my favourite children's classics books. I...
Saffron Canny-Smith
Jul 18, 20253 min read


I Don't Want Your Prayers
I walk through Footscray train station. It's usually filled with people pushing their flyers in your face, wanting you to buy their product, join their service, or convert to their religion. Today is no different. I usually walk quickly through, but today I cannot. My fatigue levels are too great, leaving me unable to walk quickly. Today, I walk slowly, aided by my walker. Still, I do my best not to make eye contact with anyone. I am tired and I want to be left alone. I do no
Saffron Canny-Smith
Jul 9, 20252 min read
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