It's been about 6 or so weeks since our littlest has been sleeping like shit. Before this? Well we could put her in bed at 6.30pm without any fuss and then be sure to see her sometime after 6.30am the next day. No waking. No fuss. Brilliant. And of course, not to last. We decided to take the easy … [Read more...]

Because I end up feeling like this each and every MOFO year in the first week of January I'm going to let this do the talking. I'm far too sick of myself to write an entire post about my hopes and dreams for the year only to be back at the start of another, feeling puzactly the same way.Is this … [Read more...]

: The joy that comes with the first bite into salty, crispy, pork crackle: The simple joy of being around people that you love: The excitement of trying out a new recipe and tasting something new & delicious: The taste of juicy, warm tomatoes that taste like tomatoes: The hopes and plans for futures … [Read more...]

We have a new member of the family that will be coming home with us when we leave in the next few days. A sheep! A lovely sculptured sheep made out of old 44 gallon drums. It was our Christmas present from Rob's Dad and Step Mum and I am completely in love with her.And look at the name of the label … [Read more...]

On New years Day. And the day after. Finally summer is here. I could get used to this. … [Read more...]

This will be the 7th year we have spent New Years Eve up here at the farm. Actually, we missed one year when we were in Paris, but other than that, this is where we see the year out and see the new one in.  I'm always nostalgic at this time, the remembering of what has been in the year past and … [Read more...]

The days start early, like they always do, when the birds start to sing and the sun is still rising. The girls hop into bed as soon as their grandparents are awake to snuggle in, read stories and watch them drink hot tea as they rub sleep from their eyes. The dog under the bed covers brings giggles … [Read more...]

After an 8 hour trip (in the mostly pissing down rain) door to door we arrived at the farm yesterday afternoon. And the strangest thing happened...there was sun. And blue skies. And in the evening? A sunset!This place, it's my happy place. We are here for a week or so, soaking up the country air. … [Read more...]

Here are a few snippets from the last few days. It's been the most relaxed, fun, indulgent and delicious Christmases I can remember. … [Read more...]

Some holly picked from a paddock across the road, some twine on a few silver baubles and voila! My hallway is a Christmas delight.This shit just makes me ridiculously happy. … [Read more...]

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I surround myself with people that are cooler than me in the hope that some of it will rub off on me. Oops! My secret is out. Luckily for me I have a husband who knows the cool - the films, the TV shows, the magazines, the random cool things from the internets. My little sister for all things … [Read more...]

I have been watching Lifestyle Food channel like a woman possessed by the Ghost of Christmas Lunch. I love to watch them, I could watch them all day, and they give me the Christmas spirit so it's like my medication. Or something. This week I was really excited because all the good new ones are on … [Read more...]

Friday: cooked Preschool end of year BBQ and spent with afternoon with Daisy finishing up School: shed a little tear as my biggest girl ran as fast as she could in her new direction: Had friends over for dinner who bought me the most beautiful arrangement of flowers ever: cooked Nigella's spanish … [Read more...]

This morning I have a bit of an achey ear. I'm tired. I am sick of sharing my bed with a 2 year old who hogs the entire pillow. I am looking forward to some time away from my kids this morning even if that means the time is spent in Big W at Mittagong. I'm a little sad that it's summer but it … [Read more...]

I'm going to share something pretty special with you today. Lucky you! Amelia is a reader of BabyMac and someone I like to call my friend, even though we have never actually met. She wrote me an email one day and I instantly fell in love with her. She has style. She has spunk. She is funny and cool … [Read more...]

I hastily took a photo on my phone during dessert the other night as I had a moment of "Oh, maybe people don't know about these?" and boy was I surprised at the feedback. Many of you didn't! How easy and fab are they? My very clever sister in law Jo trotted them out last Christmas and I was amazed … [Read more...]

Saturday: Heavy heart and tired Mama: Breakfast at cafe of pancakes and many coffees: Ballet concert: Visit from Nanna & Pa to babysit for the night: Trip to the pub for a celebratory post ballet concert pink lemonade: Surprise return of one Dad {ours!} from fishing trip: One delighted Mama: … [Read more...]

After my last post I was encouraged and buoyed by all your support, concern and just listening, giving me a virtual rub on my back. So thank you. I got a few emails and one in particular from a reader who was just so freaking spot on that I had to share her pearls of wisdom with you all. What she … [Read more...]