Snapshot taken this afternoon after one-year-old immunisations. He screamed, yes, there were tears, yes and then he clapped his hands and waved goodbye which had the nurse ooohhing and aaahing [...]
I think I’ve realised how fun a one-year-old can be. How interested and engaged and excited my little boy is. Giddy in Spring sunshine we played and went exploring. He’s so content to [...]
When I began thinking about gratitude and the way it can change perspectives I planned to post once a day in September. Hence 30 days of gratitude. But September was so busy – we were sick, [...]
I generally don’t like the wind. It makes me feel irritable and flighty. I usually stay inside with the windows shut. But yesterday Dada wanted to fly his kite so we headed to the local [...]
We live in a beautiful part of the world. And for that I am grateful. Today we could smell the salt from the sea and feel the warmth of the sun heralding the onset of Spring. Lots of things to [...]
I suppose a baby’s life is a series of firsts and this was his first with dirt, glorious dirt. He played joyously, grabbing a big handful from the pot and throwing it wildly over his [...]
Such a cold, crisp morning it was. But the sun was shining bright and the shadows were wonderful. Today there is definitely the smell of spring in the air. Warmth please! I’m oh so looking [...]
Peach blossoms carry a strong peachy scent…like a tease for the ripe fruit that will arrive in summer. They are ephemeral blooms, only lasting a little while before wilting in a vase. I [...]
So I ventured across the road to the old farmhouse, the oldest house on this street. Before I reached the gate I saw an elderly woman sitting on the verandah, looking dreamy and contemplative. I [...]
Oh spring is beginning to bloom in little corners of our world. In neighbour’s yards and friend’s gardens. These pink camellias made my day as did the conversation with the beautiful [...]
The story that I have just finished researching and writing is about alternative education. It seems that more parents are being inspired by the philosophy of Rudolf Steiner (Waldorf) and [...]
