One of the great joys in life is travelling. For Australians it’s virtually a rite-of-passage. In my late teens I spent a year aboard and loved every moment of it.  Twenty years later I still experience a thrill every time (more…)

Gardening is one of my passions. I wouldn’t go so far as to call myself a green thumb, but it’s definitely something that inspires me. One part of my garden that I’m particularly proud of, is my vegetable patch. There are a couple of reasons I find it so appealing. (more…)

My two elder children who are 8 and 10 have reached the age where they recognise the value of money. They save it, spend it - but above all desire it. And while their weekly allowance isn’t directly aligned to their jobs list, it means I have some kind of bargaining tool for household chores. Money talks! (more…)