I am a fervent follower of AFL football, sometimes called Aussie Rules. As my fervor sometimes borders on the fanatical it is only appropriate that I barrack for the Saints. Also called St Kilda ( Read more... )

I have just put in my application for a postal vote in the upcoming federal election. So I will be able to vote and I will avoid a fine, now I just need to decide who I want to vote for.

I am back from Botswana having had the most amazing time. I have lots of dodgy photos that my family and friends will be subjected to ( Read more... )

I just ate Springbok for tea.

I leave for Africa tomorrow and I am still washing clothes I need to pack. To be so organised is a skill.

36 days until I am on a plane on my way to Botswana, to see hippos and lions and giraffes, oh my!
I cannot wait, although all the immunisations and medications I need are not on the cheap side. I do concede that I am however, very privileged to be able to afford both the holiday and the medications needed to protect my health.

36 days to go!

It is the most glorious day. 24 degrees (75F), a slight breeze and I don't have to work. I paid someone else to do my weeding and tidy my garden this morning (the only way to garden), have cleaned the house and am now sitting on the couch with food, my knitting and Smash on my tv.

Perfect autumn day.

Ever since LJ did their latest update I have had trouble viewing comments, be it on my page or others. Am I doing something wrong or is LJ just being weird?

I am officially on two and a half weeks holiday as of today. I am leaving town tomorrow and will be sans internet for the next two weeks, and I cannot wait.

The next fortnight will be all about relaxing, catching up with family and refusing to think about work.

I am what might be referred to as a lapsed catholic. And while I no longer adhere to the religion, its doctrines and beliefs still impact on how I live my life. For example today is Good Friday and all I want for breakfast is bacon and eggs, and I can't ( Read more... )