The Second 50

August 29, 2024

Zzzz….

How are you feeling right now? Very tired this morning. It’s Thursday. 2 days left of the working week. A push to get through but not wanting to wish the days away, it’s important to find the good things and cherish those moments as they happen. We’ve got this, friends. Continue reading

Gratitude

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August 28, 2024

Get to know your town

Take a drive. Bring your camera (phone, haha). Be curious. You’ll never know what you’ll discover. Explore where you live, friends. Continue reading

Travel

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August 28, 2024

3 Habits to Live Your Life By

What daily habit do you do that improves your quality of life? Here are three habits that I try to practice on the daily: * Mindfulness: Being fully present in the moment. * Gratitude: Appreciating the positive things in life. * Continuous Learning: Actively seeking out new knowledge that I can use personally or professionally.Have… Continue reading

Gratitude, Happiness, Health and Wellness, Making change, Self-development

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August 27, 2024

10 things I have recently used the Internet for

What was the last thing you searched for online? Why were you looking for it? Here are 10 ways I have recently used the internet: * Information Gathering: Searching for answers to specific questions. Most recently – what is the breed of dog in Doc Martin? * Communication: Responding to emails. * Entertainment: Watching TV… Continue reading

Happiness

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August 26, 2024

My top 10 kids TV shows in the 1970s

What TV shows did you watch as a kid? The 1970s was awesome for tv. A golden age for children’s viewing. Here is my top 10: * Sesame Street. * The Muppet Show. * Scooby-Doo. * I Dream of Jennie. * Play School. * The Brady Bunch. * Happy Days. * Laverne & Shirley. *… Continue reading

Gratitude, Happiness

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August 25, 2024

Sun up

What’s your favorite time of day? Mornings – quiet, serene hours that see in a new day. That’s my favourite part of the day. The sun starts to show itself over the horizon. Shadows across the landscape. Birds are waking up. Calling to their mates. So sweet. Dew glistens on blades of grass and the… Continue reading

Gratitude, Happiness, Health and Wellness

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August 24, 2024

Sun’s out

A delightful day out with friends. Exploring a few towns. Starting the right way by meeting a new friend. Be curious, friends. Continue reading

Happiness, Health and Wellness, Travel

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August 24, 2024

Never hurry a curry

What’s your favorite recipe? In our house we love Indian, Persian, and Asian (well, various, you get the idea) cooking. My spice ‘rack’ is a spice ‘cupboard’, and our favourites are those dishes that need to sit on the stove for a while and simmer and, as a result, are full of flavour. I love… Continue reading

Gratitude, Travel

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August 23, 2024

It’s Friday

Tell us about the last thing you got excited about. Enough said, friends. Continue reading

Happiness

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August 22, 2024

Today I’m going to break an egg…

Late night. Early morning. Insufficient sleep. Regardless, it’s a brand new day and an opportunity to break an egg, try something new, and be inspired for what comes next. Here are a few motivating thoughts I’m going to use (in addition to coffee). They might help you start your day too: Have a great day,… Continue reading

Making change, Self-development

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About Me

I’m 50+ years and I’m not wasting a single day. I’m married, a mum and live near the beautiful Barossa Valley, South Australia. I have lost 40kgs+. I focus a lot on protein and am on a journey of self discovery about gut and brain health. I love travelling, particularly through outback Australia. I enjoy hiking and bush walking. My camera is my phone.I work FT and recently commenced a grad cert at uni. My views are my own.