Lost Light
Start at 26. Start at 40. Start at 65. Ailsa Gillies reflects on what it means to reclaim your lost light. Continue reading Lost Light
Tag: Editorial
Lilac & Lemon
This poem explores the eternal bond between sisters, rooted deeply in the fabric of time. It navigates the themes of unconditional love, shared history, and the interconnectedness of all life—whether through blood, roots, or stories by the fire. Continue reading Lilac & Lemon
When ‘now’ becomes ‘then’
From these intimate notes on nostalgia from her personal diary, Ailsa Gillies reflects on what happens when ‘now’ becomes ‘then’. Continue reading When ‘now’ becomes ‘then’
Silent Flight
Who knew being in the dark could be so illuminating? Ailsa Gillies takes us on a poetical journey through the nether. Continue reading Silent Flight
Writhes & Wriggles
Coming eye-to-eye with a creature in the mirror, Ailsa Gillies realises humans have a lot more in common with snakes than she initially thought. Continue reading Writhes & Wriggles
Stained Glass
Inspired by Latin phrases and symbols of divinity, Ailsa Gillies created a piece of prose that delves into the beauty of colourful transparency and vulnerability. Continue reading Stained Glass
A lonely little girl
Delve into the ethereal friendship between a young girl and the natural world with this poem by Ailsa Gillies. Continue reading A lonely little girl
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