Well here we are at the end of 2 weeks of amazing travel. 1300 miles driven. 158 ice creams consumed. A few fights in the car. Many tears from little people. Many tears of happiness from this big person. SO much laughter. Pavements walked. Photos taken. Castles seen. Gardens admired. Memories made … [Read more...]
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All hail the mighty schnitzel: how to make chicken schnitzel
June 26, 2014 by 81 Comments
A sponsored post for Woolworths Macro Tell me someone (besides someone who doesn’t eat chicken or who likes chicken schnitzel) who doesn’t love a chicken schnitty? Go on! You can’t right? Told you. You HAVE to make your own schnitty that’s just all there is to it. Say what you like about pre made … [Read more...]
Happy accidents
June 25, 2014 by 29 Comments
The thing that has been most surprising, and the most delightful this trip has been the 'happy accident'. These are the things that you just happen upon - whether it's by sheer luck or happenstance. There's been a couple of things that have helped along us get to these along the way, but again just … [Read more...]
Thin places
June 24, 2014 by 20 Comments
A lovely reader of mine wrote a comment on one of my posts from the last few days about "thin places". She explained that there are certain places in the world where the distance between earth and 'heaven' are thin...there's almost no space between the two. I looked it up, and it's a celtic thing. I … [Read more...]
Big country
June 22, 2014 by 31 Comments
We travelled from Loch Ness across to Skye yesterday afternoon and boy did this country open up. HUGE mountains that rise up from the road that travels through it. I had my heart in my mouth, tears spilling down. It was just so beautiful. And here we are, seeing it, doing it, driving it, IN IT. We … [Read more...]
7 day chemical detox challenge: The WINNERS
June 20, 2014 by 1 Comment
A sponsored post for Finish Power & Pure You’ll remember a month or so ago now I trialled a 7 day detox from some of the chemicals I use in my house and that I consume as well as trial out the new Power & Pure tablets from Finish. The results were great and not only have I converted … [Read more...]
Thank goodness for ice cream
June 18, 2014 by 19 Comments
Today my 4 year old daughter who usually complains about having to walk to the bathroom for a bath because it's too far walked up a bloody mountain! I never thought that she would do it, but you know what? She put her little head down and led the way for hours up to the very tippy top of Arthur's … [Read more...]
This big, small world
June 15, 2014 by 20 Comments
These first few days in London were all about staying quiet and adjusting our body clocks. I've selfishly wanted to do more things, see all of the things, do all of the things, but we have had to take it slowly. The girls are adjusting and coming to terms with a VERY different way of life. All the … [Read more...]
Stop. Over.
June 12, 2014 by 17 Comments
The first flight out of Sydney didn't seem like such a good idea when we woke at 2.45am but in hindsight I think it was a great way to rip the bandaid off and throw ourselves into our trip and new time zones. I'll be sure to do a post on the flight and what to pack what you'll need on a plane with … [Read more...]
Wonderland
June 8, 2014 by 47 Comments
To say I am relieved that last night is done and dusted is a huge understatement. For months now I knew I just had to get through the organisation and planning for our village ball and then....well then...it means that our holiday is here. This morning I am not fresh. I'm exhausted. But my mind is … [Read more...]
A great day in Noosa
June 2, 2014 by 32 Comments
I woke this morning at 5am with my mind racing thinking about everything going on back home. To do lists, the fact that we are going away NEXT WEEK, the fact that Mrs Woog was snoring quite loudly next to me. I thought it best to just get up and get on with the day. Send some emails, and hit the … [Read more...]
Pumpkin & Ginger soup
June 2, 2014 by 9 Comments
A sponsored post for Woolworths Select Winter is fast approaching and you know what that means? Soup! Nothing warms you up more when you are cold all the way to your bones than a bowl of hot delicious soup – especially if it’s home made. For me I love soup for lunch when I’m home in winter. I … [Read more...]
That was the week that was
May 30, 2014 by 22 Comments
Ah friends. It's Friday. I've popped a bottle of red, the fire is roaring and my children, who have been sick ALL week are asleep in beds. Not their own beds, Rob is away and so Harper is playing the part of him in our bed tonight, but they are asleep. Shall we take a … [Read more...]
Reader
May 29, 2014 by 58 Comments
Despite there being piles and PILES of book all over our house, I find myself unable to read these days. I've been busy working at night, and spending too much time online, choosing my iPad and the Daily Mail over a book to get me sleepy at night. For the last few years I have been only able to read … [Read more...]
Miscellaneous 49
May 28, 2014 by 52 Comments
I have approximately 2.3% interest in watching the State of Origin tonight, so it's a Miscellaneous post for you all instead! This time in 2 weeks time we will be in Dubai! Frazzled, a little sweaty with the first leg of the trip done. 2 WEEKS. TWO. Apologies for the caps, there will be plenty … [Read more...]
Southern Highlands Guide: Where to eat
May 28, 2014 by 49 Comments
Now that we know where to sleep and where to go shopping when visiting the beautiful Southern Highlands, I thought we best cover off where to eat and drink...some of my very favourite things to do! We have an amazing array of fresh, local produce down here and we certainly know how to spend a long … [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...]
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...]
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...]
