The humidity arrived right on cue; with it came the cicada’s song and the stormy nights. Summer is the most nostalgic season of them all – a cycle of ocean swims and hammock siestas, [...]
In the current issue of Little One Baby there is a story, written by me, about the importance of recording childhood. Whilst researching I spoke to a bunch of creatives who, in their own unique [...]
“A portrait of my children, once a week, every week, in 2012.” Che: Within moments of arriving he was submerged in the water; ten minutes later he was shivering and blue. After [...]
One of the best things about being a writer is seeing your work in print. A few weekends ago I sat down for toast and tea on Sunday morning and opened up The Sunday Telegraph’s Body + Soul [...]
For the child who lives on the Australian coast, the rock pool is a place where memories are made. It’s so close to the ocean, yet so far from the waves. A protected pool where little [...]
In the past few months I’ve been taking a few steps to change the way we eat. Necessary steps for health and well being. When Daniel and I first moved out together we lived in a tiny fibro [...]
“A portrait of my children, once a week, every week, in 2012.” Che: At his school’s cultural day he celebrated “Australia” by dressing as a lifeguard. He stood still [...]
The jacarandas along our street are in full lilac bloom and I can’t help but stop every time we walk past them. Seasonal flowers have been the pretty in our rather normal week. Poet has [...]
“A portrait of my children, once a week, every week, in 2012.” Che: He twiddles his toes, especially when he’s reading. (A strange choice for a portrait, I know, but I [...]
I have a penchant for bed linen; I’m completely unashamed of my love for soft sheets and beautiful blankets. I’ve always adored the look of a messy white bed, the crumpled and ruffled [...]
There is an undeniable pleasure that comes from watching plants grow; especially the edible variety. At the moment my balcony garden is green and lush, a range of my most-loved herbs and salad [...]
