Travelling with Kids – Adventure isn't just about the plane trips!
For as long as I can remember I have almost always had a book or two beside my bed. My earliest memories of bedtime from my childhood revolve around stories read aloud to me by my parents. Books could be found in every room of our family home. I was surrounded by them. There was …
Collectors. I think that we are all one at some point in our lives. There’s something exciting in searching for pieces to add to a growing collection or launching a hunt for a rare piece that you think will establish your collection as something more than just a hobby piece. By accident, my children and …
Christmas Lights have always fascinated me and it seems that they evoke the same wonder in my own children. How they have evolved since I was a little girl becoming much more than a string of flashing bulbs wrapped around verandas. Sydney nights have come to life with Christmas cheer this December with a plethora …
Nestled within the breathtaking landscapes of Victoria, Australia, lies a destination that effortlessly weaves together mystery, natural beauty, and a touch of eerie allure: Hanging Rock. This iconic geological formation, made famous by Joan Lindsay’s novel and Peter Weir’s film adaptation Picnic at Hanging Rock, has captivated the imagination of travellers for decades. With its …
Our family enjoys a range of Asian cuisine and regularly dine out at a number of restaurants where chopsticks are the common eating utensil. I think the food tastes better when you use the utensils provided, although I have no real evidence to back up this statement. For a little while now my children have …
When discussing the Kid Bucket List with others I am often asked why we haven’t included a cruise on our list. To be honest, the thought has never really occurred to me as it instantly conjures up an image of cocktail dresses, over social travellers and some calamity or another – I obviously watched the …
It probably doesn’t suprise you that I live to travel although I do admit to also living to eat. I find fresh produce, perfectly aged cheese and scrumptiously baked desserts irrestible. T and I spent days just perusing the deli’s of Rome when we travelled to Italy. We couldn’t resist the allure of good procuitto. …
This year we are celebrating Christmas overseas which is changing our gift giving schedule for family and close friends here in Australia. You will note from my last Christmas Gift List – Attraction Memberships – The Perfect Present For The Entire Family that this year I’m embracing the rule of 3: Something to Wear, Something to …
Learning to catch a yabby is a rite of passage for your typical country child here in Australia. I think I caught my first before I even started school but have been limited in providing my children with the same experience in the city I’m raising them. There was no mistaking our next step when …
Sydney weather is reminding me of Darwin at the moment with super warm days followed by loud, thundering storms. I suspect we are heading into a very hot summer. When the weather channel predicted 40 degree days over the weekend we knew our organised bike ride adventure was not going to happen. T decided quite …
In 1760 over in Strasbourg, France, Marie Grosholtz was born to a housekeeper. Growing up in the home of Dr. Philippe Curtius in Bern, Switzerland, Marie became skilled at sculpturing wax under the physicians guidance. At the age of 17 she created her first wax sculpture of a person. She had chosen Voltaire for the privilege. She went on …
After a fun trip to Bare Island earlier this year we decided to do a little research about fortifications in and around Sydney and were surprised to find how many there are! Wow – what an eye opener! This has put in motion an entire list of new sites to visit and explore. Our latest …
Do your children play with all of their toys? Mine don’t. Master R likes to play sport outside, read on his iPad and play Minecraft and FIFA on the Xbox. He sometimes indulges in LEGO or craft activities. Miss N enjoys craft, reading and anything sporty. She loves board games and music. I’ve realised that …