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24/04/2025

Lest we Forget
At the going down of the sun, we will remember them.
Thank you for those who have served and currently serve in our Australian Defence Forces.

12/04/2025

This time can feel so isolating for both sons and parents, but there are so many families who are feeling the same way.
Walking beside our sons while we all navigate this time in their lives is hard but necessary. Each time we connect even at the smallest opportunity, shows them they are loved. Even as a parent we may feel alone. Stop judging yourself.you are not alone, everyone is just doing the best they can.
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THE SECRET LANGUAGE OF TEENAGE BOYS

I've become fluent in a new language recently—Teenage Boy. It's a complex dialect consisting primarily of grunts, shrugs, and one-word responses that somehow contain multitudes.

When my son says "fine," it could mean anything from "I had the best day ever" to "the world is ending, but I don't have the energy to explain why." The contextual clues are everything—is he raiding the fridge while saying it? That's positive. Is he staring at his phone without blinking? Proceed with caution.

I've learned that food is currency in this new relationship. The boy who once wrinkled his nose at my homemade lasagna now consumes it like it's his last meal, along with everything else in a five-foot radius. I now hide snacks I want for myself like they're precious jewels.

Privacy has become both sacred and suspicious. His bedroom door remains firmly closed, opening only for food deliveries or Wi-Fi troubleshooting. I've accepted that knocking is not a suggestion but a survival tactic.

The most fascinating discovery has been witnessing his transformation in different contexts. The monosyllabic creature who communicates exclusively through headshakes at home somehow becomes eloquent and animated around his friends.

But then there are those rare, golden moments when the armor cracks—late-night conversations about a difficult class, an unexpected sideways hug, or walking past his room to see him video chatting with his younger cousin, patiently helping with math homework.

These boys of ours—they're crossing the rickety bridge between childhood and manhood, trying not to look down.

Our job isn't to carry them across but to stand nearby, pretending we're not watching every step, ready to catch them if they fall.

And sometimes, just to bring them snacks.

07/11/2022

16/04/2022

Happy Easter everyone.
Whether you are celebrating Easter or sharing this long weekend with family and friends stay safe and enjoy.

20/08/2021

This month I am endeavouring to raise money for National Breast Cancer Foundation.
So tomorrow I am doing a 41km walk.
I have never been a hiker so this is something out of my comfort zone.
Leaving our comfort zone to push through fear and doubt provides room for growth and success. Even if you dont get to the end, there is growth through participation.

What have you done that has been out of your comfort zone,would love to hear.
Wish me luck...

31/03/2020

We all find ourselves in such a surreal set of circumstances. If you need support, counselling can still be accessed. Time to Heal Counselling is now available to be accessed online.
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15/07/2019

Our furry friends can be the best companions and they are such an important part of our wellbeing. Share your pet or tell me the best thing about them.

14/07/2019

When we let go of our ego, we allow great things to flow into our lives.
Are you brave enough to just let go and see what opportunities await you?

01/07/2019

Well as they say Its always a good feeling to help and support others, so this weekend I am helping to support a cause very close to my heart.

Really looking forward to the High Tea and Fashion Show with Deb Mason from Aesthetic Bliss inside the lovely Nixon Centre this Sat in Gawler
We have a great day lined up. Tix include
A glass of free bubbles on entry, great wine and food, guest speakers, lots of wonderful stalls, fashion parade and lots of raffles and more.
Tix can be purchased online at Eventbrite or from Aesthetic Bliss or Gawler Newsagency.
A great way to spend a few hours with girlfriends with lots of laughs to come, with the opportunity to raise funds for Breast Cancer Research Foundation.
Thank goodness the weather is looking good.
If you are unable to attend but would like to donate please message me. And for those who have donated a big thank you and hug
Much love to everyone 💖
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