the extras

One little thing always leads to another in this online world. And although I’m not a huge fan of technology I am grateful for the connection and the inspiration that can be discovered. [...]

my man

In his vintage schott leather jacket. it arrived yesterday and he wanted a photo. i took advantage of the opportunity and snapped away. i like his style. i love him.

you’re beautiful

Just the way you are. One of the most wonderful magazine covers I’ve seen in a while. Black, white & red. Super stylish and oh so sweet. It’s helped pass the time as I lay on the [...]

illegal homebirth

I’m so saddened by news that the Australian Federal Government plan to make home birth illegal. From July 2010 midwives who work outside of hospitals and birthing centres will be excluded [...]

kumquats & chilli

But not together. Home-grown flavour and colour to add a little bright around the house. It’s so blustery today, the perfect weather for staying in and cuddling under a blanket. Ché’s [...]

i’m here

Such a long and very unintentional absence from this space. it’s just that it’s been cold. and wet. and i know, i know our winters are rather bearable compared to those in North [...]

nourished, nurtured

With the arrival of winter I’ve been feeling a little weary. Perhaps burnt-out would be a better term to use. My almost-two-year-old is still breastfeeding and it feels like he’s [...]

in a field…

We dreamed of a wrap-around verandah more children a dinner bell tea and cake piles of books incense burning a hammock a home to build, add to, settle in and love. One day. ps. it’s for [...]