A sponsored post for Activia for World Digestive Health Day 2014 How do you feel about your guts? Me? Well there’s the stretch marks, the moles, the permanent creases, the spilling over the jeans, the scars from gall bladder removal and the fact that it sticks out further than it should, … [Read more...]
That voice
May 24, 2014 by 52 Comments
I was just at the gym for my hour of power. There's nothing really enjoyable about it - except for the fact that I am alone and have music up full ball and I know that the sweating and puffing and pain in my legs and arms is doing something good. The hour consists of 20 mins on the treadie, … [Read more...]
Friday
May 23, 2014 by 17 Comments
Woke early this morning to a beautiful sunrise. My goodness, I know I keep going on about it, but...this WEATHER. We had our first morning this week where I did not scream at the kids ONCE. The key is getting ready early....a deadline will bring out the inner screech in me. Helped too by the fact … [Read more...]
Outside
May 22, 2014 by 20 Comments
I have been spending a whole lot of time inside lately. Mostly at my desk tapping away. I have been missing days that aren't busy all the way to the brim. Those days where you don't really have any plans. I know those days are coming up with our trip, but I do miss some lazy days. This afternoon … [Read more...]
7 day chemical detox challenge: The results
May 22, 2014 by 72 Comments
A sponsored post for Finish Power & Pure You will remember from my last post that Finish put me to the challenge of reducing the chemicals I use in my home to promote their new range of Power & Pure dishwashing tablets. I decided that as part of my ‘detox’ I would do the following … [Read more...]
6 things you need to know about your iPhone camera NOW!
May 21, 2014 by 44 Comments
Last week I was lucky enough to go to a quick workshop at the Apple Store in Sydney to learn some stuff about my iPhone camera and have a play around with it on a new iPhone 5s. Now I use my manual digital SLR a lot. I force myself to use it because it forces me to look around and SEE things. REALLY … [Read more...]
Things I like {The 20th May 2014 edition}
May 20, 2014 by 67 Comments
1. Autumn everywhere. It's been a cracker this year...so much wonderful colour. I especially love watching things change each day...forcing me to s l o w d o w n. 2. Suitcases that are now out in my bedroom. New suitcases too! Grabbed some at 40% off on the weekend - I am determined to make … [Read more...]
Stop
May 19, 2014 by 70 Comments
Yesterday afternoon I walked Daisy around to my friend Mrs C's place. You see she was hosting a Sunday evening soiree and was hoping that Daise would help her polish her silver, do some chores, have a natter and just be a big girl visiting, without her little sister or Mum in the way. I told Daise … [Read more...]
Oven baked risotto: Spicy tomato chorizo
May 18, 2014 by 36 Comments
I made this cheat version of risotto last night for a soft pant party sitting around the fire. This recipe first was shown in BEVERLEY but I thought I'd share it here too. Dead easy and yum - and no stirring! You can add any flavours to the basic cooked base - limited only by your imagination! … [Read more...]
Miscellaneous 48
May 17, 2014 by 59 Comments
How glorious is the weather at the moment? AMAZING! Days with mornings that look like this: And afternoons that look like this: LOOK AT THAT MAGICAL AUTUMNAL LIGHT!! I don't mean to be bossy but I have to say when it comes to good autumn light I tend to get a little caps locky. Just … [Read more...]
7 day chemical detox challenge
May 16, 2014 by 49 Comments
A sponsored post for Finish Power & Pure If you’ve been reading my blog for any length of time you would know the passion that I feel for cleanliness. Tidiness is just a given round here, but nothing pleases me much more than a deep cleanse. It can be of the kitchen, washing up, mopping the … [Read more...]
Back in my day…
May 15, 2014 by 34 Comments
Call me old fashioned, but I find myself more and more these days saying...well back in MY day. You see now that I have kids myself and Daisy is now in year 2, I find myself sitting at the kitchen table with her sitting and helping her out with her homework. Syllabuses (is that even a WORD?) and … [Read more...]
Now
May 14, 2014 by 43 Comments
I am incredibly busy right now. Always thinking, planning, working, writing lists, my mind is spinning and always seems to be thinking ahead. In minute blocks: it's 2.58pm which means I can get that washing in and folded before I leave for School pick up at 3.07pm. Hour blocks: I have 3 hours till … [Read more...]
To speak or not to speak…
May 13, 2014 by 56 Comments
Today was Rob's birthday and with minute by minute precision and organisation I managed to get both him and I out the door and to a restaurant for a celebratory lunch before Preschool and school pick up and arvo hockey commitments. It is rare for just the two of us to go out alone so it was lovely … [Read more...]
7 things to do before people come to stay overnight
May 12, 2014 by 55 Comments
Having done this just a few times since we moved to the country I thought that I’d share with you some things I do before we have people come to stay for the weekend. 1. Wash all bed linen and make beds I try and make the beds with the freshest clean sheets I have. If I’ve got time I will wash … [Read more...]
Winter Warmer: Beef & vegetable stove top stew
May 12, 2014 by 24 Comments
A sponsored post for Origin LPG When it starts to look like this through the window. And the temperature hits a top of this for the day… There’s only one thing for it. Good, hearty winter food. Comfort food. Food that warms up your insides as well as your cheeks. Food that’s like a … [Read more...]
Lovely weekends
May 11, 2014 by 11 Comments
We've all had a lovely, quiet weekend at home filled with friends visiting, lots of time around the fire, some delicious meals, plenty of wine, boardgames, book reading, couch sitting, gift giving, dancing, singing (so much singing) and lots and lots of laughter. My goodness I feel full to the brim … [Read more...]
Miscellaneous 47
May 10, 2014 by 30 Comments
Ah May. It's flying by isn't it? I just can't believe how fast the days and weeks are going. Scary really. I'm trying not to panic, just remembering that everything WILL get done. The one thing I have discovered in this very busy time is that the busier you are, the more you seem to get done. Why is … [Read more...]
Mothers Day Breakfast in bed: cheat Bircher Muesli
May 9, 2014 by 20 Comments
A sponsored post for Woolworths Select In an ideal world, on Mothers Day I would awake in a hotel room. I’d wake up of my own accord, roll over in those 1000 thread count Eqyptian cotton sheets and then go back to sleep. Then I’d wake again, have my children spontaneously appear for 4 minutes to … [Read more...]
The mis-send
May 8, 2014 by 102 Comments
A few years ago (actually quite a few years ago now) I used to work in a financial planning office. I know! So glamorous! Our small business took on some extra people that had their own business but worked within our office and some of our clients used their services. I didn't get on all that with … [Read more...]
