The Royal Military Tattoo is not only for the grey haired set as Jennifer Johnston recently discovered in Melbourne. The airport security alarms were ringing and my 83yo mother couldn’t figure out what was setting them off. Removing her shoes, she made her third attempt through the x-ray booth. With the alarm ringing yet again, her face lit up. … [Read more...]
Melbourne in 30 hours with three kids & one ex-husband
This was my three lad’s first trip to Melbourne - a quick fly in, stay one night week-end. The challenge was what we could see and do in the short time to give the boys:- a quick "taste" of Melbourne still be in their “scope” of interest also be of interest to Mum and Dad who’ve previously visited Melbourne. My boys are aged 16.5, 12 … [Read more...]
Melbourne is the Bombe
We create frenetic lifestyles. Working; running after families; playing with social media; time on the internet (maybe too much time); the never-ending household chores; exercising - all contribute to the sense of constant busy-ness. Like running on a continually moving treadmill without a stop button! I'm guilty of not catching up with friends as … [Read more...]
It’s about the Journey, not the Destination
Great Ocean Road Walk Thirteen women in their late 30’s to mid 40’s on a three day walking/hiking adventure. Are there likely to be thirteen different agendas? Married, divorced, separated, de-facto and single, our group covered an eclectic “relationship status” mix. Professional, semi-professional, full-time and part-time workers, some … [Read more...]