Twenty-five years ago, I was the new girl - the junior - in a busy government office in the City (Brisbane). One of my daily tasks was to visit each section, and record the names of any staff who were off sick or on leave. For the first few weeks, I wrote his name every … [Read more...] about A Love Story for Valentine’s Day
A Model Career
Over the years I have worked in many jobs: as a sales assistant in a jewellery store, primary school teacher, Tupperware consultant, check out chick, accounts clerk, library assistant, freelance journalist, pamphlet delivery, debt collector, customer service officer, … [Read more...] about A Model Career
A Caution about Social Media
We've all heard (and hopefully heeded) the warnings about social media. Be careful what you post because once it's out there, you can't take it back. Don't divulge your address to strangers; etc. Today I want to share my story. It's a cautionary tale, to remind you that BIG … [Read more...] about A Caution about Social Media
When Acrylic Nails Won’t Stick …
I MUST CONFESS … I have weird fingernails. They flake. They peel. They chip. They split. They’re a weird shape – they fan out. And they are really flat. As a result, I’ve never had any success in growing them; I’ve kept them plain and short for years. Which is fine, but a … [Read more...] about When Acrylic Nails Won’t Stick …
What to take to a BBQ
WHENEVER we get invited to a BBQ or a potluck dinner, particularly in Summer, this is my "go-to" dish - and I always get heaps of compliments on it. In fact my own children love it and insist I make it just for them occasionally - instead of only to take out and share with … [Read more...] about What to take to a BBQ