[Photographed at Raglan Surf Beach, New Zealand]

What lies beneath is yet unknown. Kept secrets and stories told are yet to be composed. Waves crash – rolling over a new paragraph in our novel nature.

What is plain you might ask?

Plain is wondering if you’re overdressed for a casual occasion. Plain is deciding that matching socks look better than an odd pair. Plain is saying no to extra sprinkles on your vanilla ice cream. Plain is stepping onto a set of scales and believing that the number shown is somehow a reflection of who you truly are. Plain is the feeling of relying on someone else so much you’ve forgotten how to stand on your own two feet. Plain is asking for permission to be unconditionally and completely yourself.

I couldn’t possibly think of a better time to write – to reflect; when the sun begins to fade and the day draws to an end. When you take the time to stand – even sit still for a brief second and absorb the chaos that surrounds you, you realise how significant pauses like these can be when reflecting on moments past gone.

[Photographed at Cooks Beach, New Zealand]

There comes a time where friends become family, negatives become positives and hope becomes reality. You’ll find a way to overcome any obstacle – even the ones that seem simply impossible. You’ll face challenges which will test your strength, your capabilities and your worth but will provide you with the ability to turn disappointment into potential opportunities.