In these crazy times I think it’s really important to have a laugh, so I hope you enjoy this as much as I did. In case you aren’t familiar, this is very much in the style of Aussie bush poetry (a la Banjo Paterson). If there were any Aussie-isms that caught you out, let me…
Life
How I see the world
In 2020 I’m answering a list of 52 journal questions. Read about it here. How do you see the world?I am definitely a positive, glass half full, person. via GIPH I try and find something everyday, no matter how bad the day, that makes me smile. I try and take delight in the world, especially…
A childhood memory
In 2020 I’m answering a list of 52 journal questions. Read about it here. Share a childhood memory.This memory popped into my head not that long ago. Not sure what triggered it – maybe Valentine’s Day? – but it made me smile. I was in grade 5 at school (so about 10 years old) and…
A book(s) that influenced me
In 2020 I’m answering a list of 52 journal questions. Read about it here. A book that has influenced your life?I don’t have “a” book, I have books. And not just any books, but books by particular authors. So I guess you could say I have authors that have influenced my life. But it has…
Fire Update
We’ve had some rain!! Not a lot (about 60mL – a little over 2 inches), but with a fire still burning just up the road it was definitely needed. Other areas have had a *lot* more rain than us. After 74 days of continuous burning one of the biggest fires is now out! And the…