About

Welcome to Chasing the Light. I invite you to join me on a journey of discovery and growth.

Chasing the Light is a photo journal, combining my love for writing and photography. I will share my childhood and young adult years in Cape Town, South Africa. I will write about my early 30’s when I got married, had children and left everything and everyone I knew to move to England where we lived for 4 years. In 2022 we moved to Mauritius, a dreamy tropical island in the Indian Ocean.

We have now settled back in South Africa and I’d like to take you on a journey, through the highs and lows of life. 

Lets talk about common challenges we face, the doubts, the fears, the struggles, and the shadows that threaten to consume us.

The need to connect with ourselves, nature, the people around us. The small daily habits that create waves of positive thoughts, actions and behaviours, gradually shaping every aspect of our lives. The power of your mind and the critical ability you need to learn to manifest the life you want.

Our dreams, things that bring us joy and peace, the importance of hope and faith, perseverance, determination and the power of resilience through adversity.

And as a mom of 3 I will certainly be writing about motherhood. The joys and the struggles. The moments where you think omg… and the moments where you cant help but just laugh (or lose your shit). Embracing the chaos and the silly.

Reviews

“Chasing the Light is a heartfelt personal blog created by a woman transforming her life through adversity. It chronicles her journey as she faces family challenges with addiction, disease, loss, and struggles with mental health.

With a background in overcoming trauma and depression, the author shares her experiences and insights gained through her personal battles. Her authentic storytelling serves as a beacon of hope and encouragement for those in similar situations, fostering a community of resilience and strength.

Chasing the Light has served readers from diverse backgrounds, including those who have faced familial adversities, mental health challenges, and personal traumas. Through her written words and photographic journal, she aims to connect and uplift those seeking understanding and empowerment.”


Jo Clayton

Discover heartfelt narratives that offer insight into overcoming life’s challenges, showcasing resilience through personal experiences and growth.  

Audrey Baker

Through personal stories, explore the deep journey of overcoming struggles. Each chapter is a reminder of resilience and hope, resonating with readers on their own paths to healing.

 

Patrick Sawyer

Engage with genuine stories that resonate on a personal level, inviting you to find solace in shared experiences.

 

Samantha Fitzgerald

Encouragement and empowerment through narratives that inspire readers to embrace their own journeys toward healing and resilience.

 

Wilma Ashby

Chasing the Light has been a guiding light in my life. The stories shared resonate deeply and inspire me to keep pushing forward.

 

Emily Moore

This blog has transformed my perspective. I found comfort and support in the shared experiences.

 

Joe Gordon

Explore a visual journey that captures moments of joy, healing, and transformation, enhancing the narrative of each written story.

 

A’sea Ferreira

Hi Andrea, I am really impressed and touched by your story and your resilience through all of that hardships and on top of that all your desire to make the world a better place. You are amazing! I find it quite something special that you would so openly share your feelings and your life.