Thursday, 3 September 2009
Yellow
I wrote a song for you, and all the things you do, and it was called Yellow. And so I took my turn, oh what a thing to have done, and it was all yellow.
Saturday, 6 June 2009
Friday, 22 May 2009
bed time
Dad's away. When Dad's away I become super efficient and get the kids in bed earlier than ever. I keep the house tidier and neater than ever, the washing is up to date there is no clutter, no mess, no crumbs. I don't know why. It's like I have to keep every thing in complete order in case things start to fall apart because if things go slightly out of kilter I know it can fall apart in seconds.
Geordie is ill, a cold, plus teething, plus nappy rash, plus HUGE blue egg on his head from a stumble at a late night school function Asha insisted we go on last night. Busy doesn't cover it. But we soldier on.
Had to pull Asha out of school early today, the weather in Melbourne is divine this week, sunny mild days, stunning autumn landscapes .. she had a dental appointment, not good news .. but .. we soldier on.
We spent the afternoon in the backyard while I cleared clutter in the studio. Lulu built a great course, first you have to kick this ball, then run around the olive tree, then do pretend laps of freestyle on the grass using the kickboard, then a loop of the outdoor setting on the scooter. All good until a bike fell on top of Geordie. More bruising.
On a lighter note, I so enjoyed watching Lulu decorate her bedhead tonight. Two simple pictures yet say so much about her.
Sunday, 10 May 2009
Don't argue with Mr T
Happy Mother's Day everyone. I am one happy mama today (despite being unwell) as I see my family, such a gorgeous crazy bunch, enjoying spoiling me and lavishing me with love.
Thursday, 7 May 2009
Easter In Coffs
And what an Easter it was. Brettoh and Dalloh were hitched, friends were reunited .. there was too much rain, too much alcohol, too much chocolate, and too much surgery (poor Alby). Police were called x3 (too many times, clearly) and yet fun was had by all.
Wednesday, 29 April 2009
1. If your doctor told you TODAY that you were pregnant, what would you say? Holy Hell - book me straight into the Funny Farm. Do not pass Go do not collect $200.
2. Do you trust all of your friends? No, there are some I trust more than I used to though. I know that every human is fallible and often things can happen under pressure that mean words are said or stories are told that shouldn't be. I'm pretty independent and rarely feel the need to rely on anyone 100%.
3. Would you move to another state or country to be with the one you love? Yes indeed. Love to travel, love to move, however the stability we need for the children now is more of an overriding force putting a bit of a halt on our travelling. Have plenty of places in the world I would love to/plan to live one day.
4. Do you believe that everything happens for a reason? No but I'm definitely a fatalist, and believe in accepting the things that happen and do not feel that you can control everything. Making the best of what life serves up and being thankful for the good things in our lives. Oh and also that you MAKE your own luck a lot of the time, don't sit back and wait for life to come to you, reach out and grab it and make things happen.
5. Can you make a dollar in change right now? Probably not.
6. Which one of your friends do you think would make the best doctor? Crikey. Someone pedantic, smart and compassionate. Hmmm ... don't know if I know someone with those three qualities!
7. Are you afraid of falling in love? Not at all. I love love.
9. Is there someone who pops into your mind at random times? My mind is a ball of fuzz, if they did I wouldn't remember five minutes later.
10. Whats your most favorite scar? Don't have many .. one on my hand from my bike.
11. When was the last time you flew in a plane? Two weeks ago back from Coffs Harbour. Better trip home than trip away let me tell you.
12. What did the last text message you sent say? Are you on your way home?
13. What features do you find most attractive in the preferred sex? Humour. Height. Generosity (of heart, mind, empathy, and worldly goods!).
14. Fill in the blank. I love: change. and exploring.
15. What is a goal you would like to accomplish in the near future? Clean up the bungalow.
16. If you were to wake up from being in a coma for an extended time who would you call? Clearly Bevo.
17. How many kids do you want? 3 always wanted 3, have 3 and am happy.
18. Would you make a good parent? Good most of the time, shrill harpy parent the rest of the time.
19. Where was your profile picture taken? In my bedroom. Hot aren't I?
20. Whats your middle name? Jo.
21. Honestly, whats on your mind right now? When will I feel well again?
22. If you could go back in time and change something, what would it be? No regrets.
23. Who was or will be the maid of honour/ best man in your wedding? None, no bridal party just my fella and me.
24. What are you wearing right now? Gorman Anglers and a Smock top.
25. Righty or Lefty? Right.
26. Best place to eat? The couch.
27. Favorite jeans? My Anglers, the most comfy jeans of all time.
28. Favorite animal? Baby turtles. Leopard Tortoises to be precise ;)
29. Favorite juice? Apple? Not a juice drinker.
30. Have you had the chicken pox? Maybe.
31. Have you had a sore throat? Many
32. Ever had a bar fight? Close but no cigar. Thankfully.
33. Who knows you the best? My darling huzzzband.
34. Shoe size? 39
35. Do you wear contact lenses or glasses? Both alternatively.
36. Ever been in a fight with your pet? A few scratches in the past.
37. Been to Mexico? No and not planning on it with Swine Flu at hand! Prefer to eat Mexican.
38. Did you buy something today? Bananas, kids books, black paper, pre-paid satchel, rice cakes, chicken, diced peaches.
39. Did you get sick today? Have been sick for weeks.
40. Do you miss someone today? Not really.
41. Did you get in a fight with someone today? Only Asha when I said it was time to leave the park.
42. When is the last time you had a massage? Lulu gave me a five minuter the other day. Otherwise probably when I was pregnant. With which child I can't recall. Probably Asha.
43. Last person to lay in your bed? Me too, though this morning I had Matt, Geordie, Lulu, then Asha .. then I gave up and left them all there.
44. Last person to see you cry? Probably Matt?
45. Who made you cry? Not telling.
46. What was the last TV show you watched? Masterchef.
47. What are your plans for the weekend? Blythe exhibition, drink with a friend, Blythe meetup, house cleaning, relaxing.
48. Who do you think will re-post this? No-one.
49. Who was the last person you hung out with? Matt.
50. If your significant other asked you to marry them TODAY what would you say? Wot, AGAIN? Okay .
2. Do you trust all of your friends? No, there are some I trust more than I used to though. I know that every human is fallible and often things can happen under pressure that mean words are said or stories are told that shouldn't be. I'm pretty independent and rarely feel the need to rely on anyone 100%.
3. Would you move to another state or country to be with the one you love? Yes indeed. Love to travel, love to move, however the stability we need for the children now is more of an overriding force putting a bit of a halt on our travelling. Have plenty of places in the world I would love to/plan to live one day.
4. Do you believe that everything happens for a reason? No but I'm definitely a fatalist, and believe in accepting the things that happen and do not feel that you can control everything. Making the best of what life serves up and being thankful for the good things in our lives. Oh and also that you MAKE your own luck a lot of the time, don't sit back and wait for life to come to you, reach out and grab it and make things happen.
5. Can you make a dollar in change right now? Probably not.
6. Which one of your friends do you think would make the best doctor? Crikey. Someone pedantic, smart and compassionate. Hmmm ... don't know if I know someone with those three qualities!
7. Are you afraid of falling in love? Not at all. I love love.
9. Is there someone who pops into your mind at random times? My mind is a ball of fuzz, if they did I wouldn't remember five minutes later.
10. Whats your most favorite scar? Don't have many .. one on my hand from my bike.
11. When was the last time you flew in a plane? Two weeks ago back from Coffs Harbour. Better trip home than trip away let me tell you.
12. What did the last text message you sent say? Are you on your way home?
13. What features do you find most attractive in the preferred sex? Humour. Height. Generosity (of heart, mind, empathy, and worldly goods!).
14. Fill in the blank. I love: change. and exploring.
15. What is a goal you would like to accomplish in the near future? Clean up the bungalow.
16. If you were to wake up from being in a coma for an extended time who would you call? Clearly Bevo.
17. How many kids do you want? 3 always wanted 3, have 3 and am happy.
18. Would you make a good parent? Good most of the time, shrill harpy parent the rest of the time.
19. Where was your profile picture taken? In my bedroom. Hot aren't I?
20. Whats your middle name? Jo.
21. Honestly, whats on your mind right now? When will I feel well again?
22. If you could go back in time and change something, what would it be? No regrets.
23. Who was or will be the maid of honour/ best man in your wedding? None, no bridal party just my fella and me.
24. What are you wearing right now? Gorman Anglers and a Smock top.
25. Righty or Lefty? Right.
26. Best place to eat? The couch.
27. Favorite jeans? My Anglers, the most comfy jeans of all time.
28. Favorite animal? Baby turtles. Leopard Tortoises to be precise ;)
29. Favorite juice? Apple? Not a juice drinker.
30. Have you had the chicken pox? Maybe.
31. Have you had a sore throat? Many
32. Ever had a bar fight? Close but no cigar. Thankfully.
33. Who knows you the best? My darling huzzzband.
34. Shoe size? 39
35. Do you wear contact lenses or glasses? Both alternatively.
36. Ever been in a fight with your pet? A few scratches in the past.
37. Been to Mexico? No and not planning on it with Swine Flu at hand! Prefer to eat Mexican.
38. Did you buy something today? Bananas, kids books, black paper, pre-paid satchel, rice cakes, chicken, diced peaches.
39. Did you get sick today? Have been sick for weeks.
40. Do you miss someone today? Not really.
41. Did you get in a fight with someone today? Only Asha when I said it was time to leave the park.
42. When is the last time you had a massage? Lulu gave me a five minuter the other day. Otherwise probably when I was pregnant. With which child I can't recall. Probably Asha.
43. Last person to lay in your bed? Me too, though this morning I had Matt, Geordie, Lulu, then Asha .. then I gave up and left them all there.
44. Last person to see you cry? Probably Matt?
45. Who made you cry? Not telling.
46. What was the last TV show you watched? Masterchef.
47. What are your plans for the weekend? Blythe exhibition, drink with a friend, Blythe meetup, house cleaning, relaxing.
48. Who do you think will re-post this? No-one.
49. Who was the last person you hung out with? Matt.
50. If your significant other asked you to marry them TODAY what would you say? Wot, AGAIN? Okay .
Tuesday, 10 March 2009
My boy and me.
As a photographer it's always weird seeing a photo of myself. The first thing I do is ask the nearest person, 'Does this look like me?' .. then I go ahead and check, oh yes, one eye is bigger than the other, it must be me. I'm so dang critical. My hair, my chin, my teeth, my eyes, but hey. Look at that little boy next to me, that vision of perfection, seriously, who's looking at me anyway?
Am loving seeing this image of me with my baby boy, my baby who is turning one next week, this baby who I adore, who i tell/ask daily to be my friend forever.
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