Last year, I spent a lot of time looking at ways to better manage the chaos that comes with life as a working mum. There had been times where I was disorganised and overwhelmed with everything I had to do that I sometimes felt like I was failing on all fronts. I tried hard to break bad habits and build better ones and to overall, become more organised and efficient with my time. Things are a lot … [Read more...]
5 things I’ve learned from having a daughter with Down Syndrome
Today is World Down Syndrome Day, a day where individuals with Down Syndrome are recognised and celebrated. Today's date represents the 3 copies of the 21st chromosome that all people with Down Syndrome have. I myself have so much to celebrate in Chloe. She has added so much dimension and colour and happiness to our lives which I did not expect when I was told of her diagnosis. I have been in awe … [Read more...]
Things I know now that I’m 40
Two weeks ago, I turned 40. Wow. I don’t know how I got here so fast but here I am. I certainly don’t feel 40 and because it seems so unbelievably untrue, it’s not something that I have been stressed or worried about. Age is just a number after all and let’s face it, it’s not something we can control. We all have to turn 40 sometime. This year, I celebrated my birthday like I’ve never … [Read more...]
We are more than just parents…
There's no doubt about it, becoming a parent changes you. When you have your first child, it becomes very obvious very quickly that we ourselves are not the centre of the universe. We become providers, teachers, protectors, supporters and so many other things depending on the day. Having children means our world is constantly turned upside down but through all of the good times and the hard times, … [Read more...]
Last Cab to Darwin – in cinemas August 6
I love a night out at the movies. A few weeks ago, I was lucky enough to attend the opening night of the 2015 Revelation Perth International Film Festival featuring the movie The Last Cab to Darwin. Here is a link to the trailer. Michael Caton (The Castle, Packed to the Rafters) plays Rex, a taxi driver who is diagnosed with terminal cancer. He sets off on a bold journey to Darwin, determined … [Read more...]
I lost my nerve…
Last year, I had so many big plans. I made the decision that I wanted to build a career in writing and to grow my blog. So, I spent hours planning, researching, attending workshops, and creating action and idea lists to make it happen. I had big intentions and set big goals for myself. And then I lost my nerve. All it took was a few polite 'no thank you's' from editors whom I pitched story … [Read more...]
The princess who went paintballing
This post is sponsored by WASP Paintball Perth. The opinions expressed here, however, are my own. Photos courtesy of WASP Photography. I'm not really into the great outdoors. I don't like getting dirty and I really don't like getting hurt (a consequence of my upbringing). But at the same time, I have grown as a person over the years and I really like stepping out of my comfort zone and giving … [Read more...]
How to make your new year resolution last all year
It's nearly that time of year again where everyone makes their new year resolutions. A brand new year is the perfect time to start fresh and make positive changes, however, even though we may have the best intentions, unless we write down an effective action plan, come February, those big promises we make to ourselves are destined for failure. Two of the most common resolutions people make are … [Read more...]
Why I Blog
Today, I was lucky enough to be invited to the Blogs & PR first ever Perth meet. I have been looking forward to this event since I received the invitation a month ago, but as I got ready, I started to feel so nervous! I have always been a bit shy when I am surrounded by people I don't know and I have never liked networking very much but today served a very different purpose. Today, I … [Read more...]
2013: Embracing Change
2013 has well and truly kicked off and I am excited and maybe a little bit anxious about the changes that are taking place this year. Change isn't something I welcome easily into my life. I like routine, I like to control things and I like to know what's going on. Unfortunately, life doesn't work like that and as much as I would sometimes prefer things to stay the same, change (both intentional … [Read more...]