Jade Small

Jade Small

Freelance Writer

Jade is a freelance writer and content creator from South Africa with over 7 years experience writing and creating. She's also a proud single mom to a super 13 year old boy.

What if you could sit down with someone who’s been through it wall — love, loss, success, failure, and everything in between — and just ask, “What should I know now that you didn’t back then?” That’s the gift of talking to people over 60. They’ve lived long enough to gain perspective but not so...

Pygmy hippos might sound like mythical creatures from a storybook or a Highland pub tale—something not far off from Scotland’s own “wild Haggis.” But these elusive, real-life mini-hippos do exist. They’re shy, rare, and a lot smaller than their better-known cousins. Think of them as the introverts of the animal kingdom—quiet, secretive, and constantly avoiding...

Some roads offer more than just a path from A to B. These highways challenge drivers, cut through jaw-dropping landscapes, and turn the journey into the destination. If you’re looking for adventure, unpredictability, and serious scenery, these 11 wild highways belong on your bucket list. Dalton Highway – Alaska, USA This icy stretch of isolation...

Ancient Egypt still fascinates archaeologists, historians, and curious minds worldwide. From colossal monuments to bizarre burial practices, new discoveries continue to reshape what we thought we knew. These 10 stunning finds reveal the secrets of temples, tombs, and even altered states of consciousness. A Hidden Temple Beneath the Sand in Abydos In 2023, Egyptian archaeologists...

You work hard for your money, but are you spending it wisely? Many of us fall into the trap of buying things we don’t need, thinking they’ll make life easier or more enjoyable. The truth? A lot of purchases are just plain useless. Let’s look at 11 things people waste money on—and how you can...

California is full of cities that scream wealth—Beverly Hills, Malibu, Palo Alto. But there’s one town so rich and exclusive, it practically vanishes from the map on purpose. No tourist traps, no shopping districts, not even a proper downtown. Yet it holds some of the most expensive real estate in the country and quietly houses...

Long before alarm clocks and late-night screen time, people had a very different way of sleeping. In medieval Europe and even into the early modern period, it was common to sleep in two distinct segments. Known today as “biphasic sleep,” this natural pattern involved going to bed shortly after sunset, waking up in the middle...

If you’re over 60, lifting weights might seem like something better suited for younger people. But science shows the opposite. Just two short sessions each week can drastically improve how you move, feel, and even think. You don’t need a gym membership or heavy equipment. Light dumbbells, resistance bands, or even bodyweight can deliver big...

Getting older changes your priorities. What once mattered deeply might not matter at all now. Life becomes clearer with time. You begin to focus on peace, comfort, and meaning instead of pressure and performance. The truth is, aging isn’t just about physical changes. It’s also emotional and mental. Letting go of things you no longer...

A roaring fire is one of the best parts of winter. It adds warmth, charm, and a sense of comfort to any room. But before you toss something into the flames, take a second to think. Burning the wrong materials can release toxic chemicals, damage your fireplace, and even start a dangerous house fire. Here...