Chance encounter with a fellow creator As I browsed through the cushions in the local Pillow Talk store, a woman around her early forties stood close by, hands deep in tightly packed colourful creative patterned cushions, in search of a bargain. She commented “if […]
It didn’t take long for me to contemplate how a grandparent may feel as a major child-carer. As I shared my lunch with inspirational women at SheBrisbane’s 2017 International Women’s Day (IWD) celebration I reflected on what was a particularly special day. […]
We were a privileged audience attend Lisa’s Soiree last Saturday night at the stunning Riverside Function Centre. As Walter Williams acknowledged most likely a ‘one off’ night to be entertained by top ranking professional Australian musicians and singers, many who perform internationally. The musicians, photographer and […]
It never ceases to surprise me how powerful and humbling it is to catch up with a group of women who share the same philosophies, particularly when you are from the same workplace. Last week I attended a pre International Women’s Day lunch […]
Last weekend I was one of masses of people to attend “A Day On The Green” at Sirromet Winery, located at Mount Cotton Road, Mount Cotton, only a stone’s throw from Brisbane airport (approx 1/2 hour’s drive). Yes it was a hot 39 deg […]
As Oprah Winfrey once said: “Cheers to a new year and another chance for us to get it right” Be honest, how many years have you made one or more New Year resolutions and never achieved your goal? You are not alone. […]
Time with my grandsons over the Christmas break was relaxing, but more importantly, precious. As a grandmother of two boys I treat every moment with them as a gift. Needless to say there are challenging moments as they develop their own personalities. […]
The very first Walking on Sunshine Raceday to raise money for melanoma research was an outstanding success with more than 300 people attending the event in The Birdcage at Eagle Farm Racecourse. Special guests included WOS ambassadors singer Pete Murray, poet Rupert […]
It is amazing how discussions in the workplace can arise out of nowhere. A conversation last week began after I bought a packet of Home Brand chocolate-coated honeycomb squares and sat them in the lolly tray near my desk. Out of the […]
We may well have been from diverse backgrounds socially, emotionally, culturally, financially and age range, but there is one thing we all had in common, a passion for making jewellery. Two hours on this particular Saturday morning had been dedicated to one […]
I normally don’t fear the unknown, but this is precisely how the election of Donald Trump as US President made me feel. My first reaction to the approaching result was disbelief. Looking back, it has been difficult to identify the Republican Party’s […]
As I was driving home from work earlier this week I was amazed to see how many Halloween costumed children were paving the streets with parents and buckets in hand. It started me thinking about my childhood and my own children growing […]
It is the psychological aspect of authors that fascinates me and there is nothing more interesting than to speak to the author of a book you have recently read to find out what makes them tick. I just closed the cover on […]
You know the feeling when you have a function to attend and as you begin to dress you are still uncertain if you want to go but are too far committed to cancel? I was like this when I decided to attend […]
Part of the dictionary definition of ‘girlie’ is: “featuring nude or scantily clad young women.” I can assure you that none of my girlie nights out have succumbed to this level – phew! But on a more serious note, I began writing […]
Traditionally, it’s Spring clean time, but I peaked a little early. The weekend – the sun had almost set and as I shut and lock each window, I can feel the crisp air take over the house after what has been a […]
I was one of the thousands on Census night—when Australians were requested to complete the form online to make a difference—that was unable to fill out the form. While I attempted to fulfil my obligations, I was thwarted by the website. Needless […]
I have come to realise that being a grandparent isn’t vastly different from when you are a parent, except that you can choose when to walk away, you need to be careful not to get too involved and not to overstep the […]
Did you make a plan this year? I did and it appears from my mid-year review—fingers crossed—that I have met some of my objectives, and the others I can justify not reaching. It is healthy to question There will be times when […]
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