I filled in for the receptionist in a brothel
So, what do you think of the banner on my page? I love it! It’s bright and vibrant but when I excitedly showed my friend Jane she said “Ohhh I don’t know Darl, it looks a bit like a porn shop doesn’t […]
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Jas and Bonnie remember those taken too soon
It was a bad week in September; another woman had died at the hands of a man and Jas Rawlinson and Bonnie Sims were affected by it… affected enough to try and raise awareness of the domestic violence issue. “Bonnie and I […]
One hour to myself – magic!
This week we rounded our fifth week with our little darling, Minnie-Jane, and I finally managed to get approximately one hour to myself. I’m not going to lie – it was amazing! In fact, since that hour of freedom, I have been […]
Pets too, can enjoy the best of the East and West!
Dr Cindy Tan was nine-years-old when she lost her beloved pet; there wasn’t a vet in the town where she lived and her pet needed urgent attention. “The vet was an hour away and at that time there was no transport to […]
After a breakup… new life
I have spent the last year healing, reflecting, growing from a break-up after many years with my partner, and am now at the stage of what next? This is where my desire to start exploring my more creative side kicked in. I […]
How this single mum survived and got ahead
Part one: As a single, older female, and a Baby Boomer with retirement lingering like an autumn leaf preparing for winter, I feel as though I am in a position to make recommendations to my younger colleagues and hopefully they take heed […]
Tough times transitioning from one child to two…
I am the mother of two lovely little girls, Audrey (three) and Minnie-Jane aka MJ (one-month-old) and to say these last few weeks as a second-time “new mum” has been tough would be a gross understatement. It has brought a whole new […]
It’s official, I’ve started nursing in the ‘bush’!
I am pleased to report, my nursing orientation in Roma went well. Mind you, the days were full-on because of the induction, policies and procedures that followed. It was a relief for me meeting other girls in a similar situation to me—knowing […]
Because of you… a eulogy for a violent past
A final goodbye to someone who played a part in your life not always in a positive way is hard, damn hard. At some stage most of us will need to do it, or we can make a choice not to. It’s […]
Tips for a new or struggling grandparent
How did you feel when you first became a grandparent? If it hasn’t happened, how do you think you will feel? Joyous, elated, reborn, protective, in love with new love? For me all my maternal, protective instincts returned. With this came a […]
Wow, this is a workout
It’s been a long time since I pointed a toe, stood in first position and donned a tutu. But don’t be alarmed reader; I haven’t subjected any member of the public to that spectacle. Instead, I tried a workout at Xtend Barre. […]
Vale Harry. Dying with dignity – what we could learn from Vets
For months I lived with the angst of my long-time companion and best canine friend having a tumor in his mouth. When diagnosed he was given weeks to a few months to live… I could have spent thousands and tried to save […]
What I found in my fridge
This week I began with good intent, to write about my concerns on our overly-keen government’s focus on our so called ‘nest egg’ superannuation, and I will. However I had been interstate visiting family and friends all weekend, arrived back home on […]
Yvonne Shepherd: seizes the ‘work’ day…
Tired of your job? Yvonne Shepherd was looking to do something different and created her next role. “I needed greater variety, change or simply to get away from it all. But, as much as I talked about it, I didn’t act on […]
What I learned from my children
Breathe. That’s the advice former Brisbane girl, renowned television personality and performer, Shelley Craft wants to share with women everywhere! Shelley will be in Brisbane from 4 – 6 March performing with her band, Animals Rock at the Essential Baby & Toddler […]
Loved up couples … apply here!
Are you in luuuvveee? Engaged? Well, Sarah Streets a professional photographer from Morningside is looking for you. No she doesn’t need to bask in the glow of your love, she’s already engaged to Martel, but Sarah is working on a unique project […]
Being single all year round
So you’re not a ‘couple’… trust me, I have spent many Valentines Day’s in the state of singledom and I have to say, sometimes they are the best ones. What better way to show the love then to have some quality time […]
Crafting for health
By Imogen from Crave for Crafts: My Mum sent me an article from the New York Times on the health benefits of knitting and crocheting. Mum is always sending me articles and I love getting them, knowing she has hand picked things […]
Under the influence of creativity
Fancy yourself as a bit of an artist? Or does the sight of a paint brush strike fear into your heart? Then fear not as a Brisbane business knows how to bring out your inner Picasso or Whiteley. It began as a […]
Thinking about joining your body corp… hmm…
Okay, go outside and look for cranes or high rises going up in your neighbourhood, and then come back… I’ll wait. Did you see quite a few? Yep, Brisbane is churning out new apartment blocks around the clock, and the governing requirement […]