Please let me Mum, Leave my mess on the floor. Clothes all around, And shoved behind the door. Please let me Mum, Wear pyjamas all day. Sleep in the cubby, Eat breakfast while I play. Please let me Mum, Fill my tea cups with dirt. Mix them with water, What will it hurt? Please let […]
This Mum gig is tricky, confusing at times.
This Mum gig is tricky, I am not doing it right. I question myself, I feel so uptight. I want to teach and to guide, Preach at you less. Drop the sharp tone, With issues I address. I love you so deeply, Deep down to my core. My thoughts of your future, Lead to this […]
The Incredible Gift of Listening.
I was making a fresh pot of tea and prepared to re-enter the room when I heard an unusual voice. It was full of delicious delight, very different to the one I was accustomed to. This voice was much more animated. There was an energy to it and a clever use of pitch that […]
How did I miss it and why I am glad I know how to cheer.
As I jumped out of the car I heard the announcement, “Can all the freestyle swimmers make their way to the pool.”…….I started to run. I found a seat, my eyes already scanning the gaggle of kids assembled at the end of the pool. Our school wears bright yellow swim caps and identifying my daughter […]
Yes intimate, that is it. I desire more intimate.
Intimate adjective 1. Closely acquainted, familiar, close 2. Private and Personal noun 1. a very close friend My kids were babies and yet I was the one crawling around. Desperately searching for those almost forgotten high heels, now buried beneath everyday comfort. A quick glance at my dress, hanging carefully on the back of the […]
How to handle interruptions and obstacles with happiness
I felt the gentle breeze on my face and the sun warming my back as I turned my pedals over and over. I was having one of those pinch me I am so happy moments as I saw my hubby and kids powering along in front of me. All of us confidently weaving our way […]
Find out how to create the richest, sweetest gift of all.
As far as traditions go this one has been a bit hit and miss over the years. It is my all day trip to “The City” at Christmas. I live about 45 minutes drive from my beloved home city of Melbourne and any journey in there often becomes an all day adventure. Even when the […]
