“A birthday is just the first day of another 365 journey around the sun.” And so our road trip continues as I celebrate my birthday and give thanks for all the blessings in my life, big and small. We’re currently on the Ningaloo/Coral Coastline of West Australia where you’ll find some of Australia’s greatest marine … More Big Blessings and Small Joys on the Coral Coast
If only we could live as lightly as animals. Taking what we need and nothing more. They live in sync with nature, can teach us so much and, as pets, bring a world of love and laughter to our lives. Their playful innocence and unconditional love can ground us in todays crazy, uncertain times. This … More Life Lessons from Animals
You know it’s a sign you’re hankering to travel when a vegetable concoction on the barbecue looks like the shape of Australia! Yep, seems hubby was sharing a similar hankering. I asked him, where’s Tasmania and he said he ate it! Fact: I’m having withdrawal symptoms. Reason: Not enough camping. I’m missing the simple things … More Anticipation
Isn’t it amazing how, when we’re young, we want to be mature and all grown up. We can’t wait to get to double digits, then we can’t wait to be a teenager. At 16 all we want is to be legal and driving. Then we hit 21 and the world is at our feet but … More 21 Again … with 30 years experience
My daughter turned 18 two days ago. Legally she’s an adult now but she’ll always be my baby. One who’s never liked a big fuss or being the centre of attention but this weekend that’s what she was. On Friday night we drove to Mansfield, where she’s worked casually at a horse trail riding company … More Wild Night as Tash turns 18
Boy, do Argentinians know how to party! Last Saturday my neighbors of 20 plus years threw a party to celebrate their combined birthdays: two 50s, a 21st and an 18th all this year. Add them all together and you get a 139 Festival to celebrate Milestone Birthdays. Over the years we’ve been to a few … More Party time at the 139 Festival
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