What Still Remains

The morning after is quieter than the night before.
Nothing dramatic changes,
yet something within us has shifted.
We wake not lighter,
but more aware of what we choose to carry forward.


The poem follows

Morning does not erase the night.
It only teaches light
where to enter.

Some weight stays
not as burden,
but as reminder
that we survived yesterday
and woke up anyway.

The body remembers before the mind does.
A tired breath.
A slower step.
Hands that reach for familiarity
before ambition.

I move carefully now,
choosing what deserves my energy.
Not everything that asks for me
is owed an answer.

There is a quiet wisdom
in arranging the day gently
placing effort where it matters,
leaving space where it heals.

I am learning that living well
is less about carrying more,
and more about knowing
when to set things down.

Some mornings,
peace arrives unnoticed
in warm light across a table,
in stillness that doesnโ€™t demand proof,
in the simple act of beginning again.


Written in the pauses of everyday life,
where small comforts matter
and mindful choices still believe in kindness.

Pen by Zee


A gentle reminder to live with intention โ€” in our words, our spaces, and the things we choose to keep close.
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Iโ€™m thrilled to launch the Natural Rubber Yoga Mat with Cork Surface โ€” the latest addition to our wellness & mindful-living collection! ๐Ÿ‘‰ https://jazeez.online/products/natural-rubber-yoga-mat-cork-yoga-mat

This isnโ€™t just another yoga mat โ€” itโ€™s thoughtfully designed for yogis, mindful movers, and eco-conscious individuals who care about performance, comfort, and the planet.

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Finding Peace in a Busy World: A Poetic Exploration

I wanted wings,
but flying looked tiring,
so I hired a plant
to do the growing for me.

Now I sit on a shelf,
rooted yet smug,
watching humans rush past
with calendars and mugs.

They say, โ€œThat bird looks peaceful.โ€
I say, โ€œYes โ€” and well hydrated.โ€
Turns out you donโ€™t need the sky
to feel elevated.

Moral of the bird:
Grow where you land,
Let life be leafy,
and naps be planned.

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Wish I was famous as Paddy

Wish I was as famous as Paddy,
The grower of greens with a grin so chatty.
Not a movie star, not front-page news,
Just Paddy and plants stealing all the views.

While Iโ€™m out here Googling โ€œHow to be seen,โ€
Paddyโ€™s out there growing celebrity green.
Carrots line up for a signed debut,
โ€œPlease Paddy, one selfieโ€”just one will do!โ€

Tomatoes blush when he walks on by,
Lettuce faints (emotionally, not a lie).
Even the soil whispers, โ€œMateโ€™s a star,โ€
Worms brag softly, โ€œYeahโ€ฆ we know who you are.โ€

Wish I was as famous as Paddy, itโ€™s true,
No red carpetโ€”just gumboots and dew.
Proof that fame doesnโ€™t need glitz or glitter,
Just good vibes, good crops, and a compost critter.

And while Paddy grows hope straight out of the ground,
Iโ€™m doing my bit, planting kindness around ๐ŸŒฑ
With a little bird planter potโ€”cute as can be,
$1 from each sale goes to mental health, you see.

Small pots, big hearts, thatโ€™s the plan Iโ€™ve got,
Because healing can start with a plant in a pot ๐Ÿฆ๐Ÿ’š

Penbyzee

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My Commitment to Mental Health โ€” And Why Iโ€™m Taking On the 2,000 Push-Up Challenge

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Mental health isnโ€™t just a topic we talk about when things fall apart โ€” itโ€™s something we nurture every single day. Over the years, Iโ€™ve learned that strength isnโ€™t just measured in muscles or milestonesโ€ฆ itโ€™s measured in moments. Moments when we choose to show up for ourselves, and moments when we show up for others.

Thatโ€™s why Iโ€™ve decided to take on a personal challenge:
2,000 push-ups in support of mental health.

Yes โ€” 2,000.

Not for fitness.
Not for competition.
But for awareness, support, and conversation.

Why This Challenge Matters to Me

Mental health struggles are often silent, hidden behind smiles or busy routines. Many people fight battles no one sees. I want to use this challenge to spark conversations, break stigma, and remind anyone reading this that asking for help is a sign of strength, not weakness.

Every push-up is a reminder of the importance of resilience โ€” both physical and emotional.

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Join Me on This Journey

You donโ€™t have to do 2,000 push-ups.
You donโ€™t even have to do 20.

You can join me by:

  • Doing your own mini challenge
  • Sharing your mental health story (if you feel comfortable)
  • Encouraging someone who might be struggling
  • Or simply cheering from the sidelines

Your presence alone makes a difference.

Letโ€™s Build a Community of Courage

Iโ€™d love for you to comment, share your thoughts, or even tell me what challenge you want to take on for your own wellbeing.
Like this post if it resonates, and please share it โ€” you might reach someone who needs this reminder today.

If youโ€™d like to support my push-up challenge for mental health, hereโ€™s the link:
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Together, letโ€™s raise awareness.
Letโ€™s raise each other.
And yes โ€” letโ€™s raise the bar on how we talk about mental health. Alternatively below is the QR code for the fundraiser.

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My Editing Approach at Pen by Zee

At Pen by Zee, every story matters โ€” whether itโ€™s a book, article, or personal legacy. My editing approach is simple, professional, and designed to bring out the best in your writing.

1. Understanding Your Vision

Before I begin, I take the time to understand your goals, audience, and the tone you want your piece to have. Every edit is done with your voice and purpose in mind.

2. Clear Editing Options

I offer different levels of editing depending on your needs:

  • Developmental Editing โ€” structure, flow, clarity, and story strength
  • Line Editing โ€” tone, style, and readability
  • Copyediting โ€” grammar, consistency, and accuracy
  • Proofreading โ€” final polish before publishing

3. Sample Review

I review a short sample (1โ€“3 pages) to assess the writing and determine the most suitable editing level. This helps me provide an accurate quote and timeline.

4. Collaborative Process

Youโ€™ll receive:

  • Clean edits
  • Helpful comments
  • Suggestions to strengthen your message or story

I work with you, not over your voice.

5. Respect for Your Timeline

Once I understand the scope, I provide a clear completion date. Most projects can be comfortably delivered within your requested timeframe.

6. Final Review

Your edited document is delivered polished, professional, and ready for the next step โ€” whether thatโ€™s publishing, submission, or sharing with loved ones.

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Crime and the Criminal

This article marks the beginning of my new series, Crime and the Criminal: One Entity or Two? In Part 1, I set the stage by asking a difficult question: do we judge the crime, or do we judge the criminal? Through storytelling and reflection, this piece explores how society, victims, offenders, and the justice system often blur the line between the act and the individual. The series will examine the New Zealand justice system, the psychology of repeat offenders, the role of addiction and social exclusion, and the possibility of reform. My hope is to spark conversation, empathy, and critical thought โ€” not only among law professionals but also among victims, offenders, and readers seeking a deeper understanding of justice.

Please read,like,share and comment your thoughts.

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