For the past couple of years I’ve had a bit of a vegie garden – mostly in pots. I’ve had mixed success. Cherry tomatoes, beans, and pumpkins have been prolific and seem to just love our Redlands climate, although I’ve never had any luck with zucchini, and my radishes refuse to … [Read more...] about The Lady of Shallots
Holiday on Coochie
Coochiemudlo Island - Photo by Victoria Purdie, Purdie Photography. Copyright. Used by permission. SOME people like a big party to celebrate their birthdays, especially the big ones. You know, the ones that end in a ZERO. Other prefer very little fuss. When it came to my … [Read more...] about Holiday on Coochie
Top 3 Fashion Fails
On the weekend I spent a leisurely afternoon checking out all the Summer sales. Surprisingly, despite some very good discounts (and bad intentions!), all I came home with was ONE DRESS! I know. What's that about?! Okay, now that I've impressed you with my amazing … [Read more...] about Top 3 Fashion Fails
I’m an Apple
Apple or pear, take your pick! Most women seem to fall into one or other of these body shape categories. I'm sure I don't have to explain it to you, but just in case - pears are bigger in the bottom, narrower up top (and often have lovely waists). Apples (like me!) are bigger … [Read more...] about I’m an Apple
Decadent Chocolate Cherry Rum Balls
These are the absolute best rum balls you will ever taste. EVER. Guaranteed. Ingredients: 1 pkt red glace cherries 1/2 cup sour light cream 1/4 cup cocoa 3 tablesp rum 1/2 cup coconut 200g cooking chocolate 125g crushed sweet biscuits 1/4 cup … [Read more...] about Decadent Chocolate Cherry Rum Balls