the aussie empty nester

Today has been a day of no plans. Yet somehow I’ve been very productive  First thing this morning I went into the kitchen to take my mornin...

This  morning we woke to sunshine and gentle breezes  Hubby got out and mowed as much of the lawns as he could  We then headed off to visit ...

I needed help with the last bits. Garlands, being long, need a second pair of hands to attach  I had fun with the mantle. Being much lower ...

Ana and I spent a big part of today opening tubs and sorting decorations.  We had fun setting it all up. Ana did come and go. She was watch...

Christmas crafting begins.  I’m going to try and make gifts for those that appreciate it.  Some people think your being cheap by giving the...

You could be forgiven, if you thought I was in Far North Queensland. But I am not. I’m in Melbourne. Actually further south of melb    The ...

Trees are done. Except for the stars on top. Hubby will have to do that  It’s taken me three days to get to this. Way slower than I used to...