I was saddened by the news last week that Toombul Shoppingtown is to remain closed after flooding earlier this year. You see, Toombul and I go way back 😉 . We were both born in the same year (1967); my grandparents lived nearby, so chances are I visited the centre while still in a pram […]

It’s been a long time since I have had a “bestie” (best friend) – apart from the husbear, that is. In fact I don’t think I’ve had a bestie since my school days! I often read novels or watch shows that depict characters that have been besties ever since they met at school, but it […]

If you were to create a soundtrack of your life, to record your musical memories, what songs would you choose? I’ve been turning this thought over in my mind over the past few weeks, and have come up with quite a few songs which have particular meaning to me. Although in the coming months, I […]

There is a famous quote that says: No expectations, no disappointment.” What a terrible way to live – without the joy of anticipation and hope! I much prefer to have a sunny, optimistic outlook. Is the glass half-empty or half-full? I say, it’s ALWAYS full – half with air, half with water! Despite that, I […]