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Make life a little lighter for someone else
Write about a random act of kindness you’ve done for someone. Isn’t this something we do on the daily? Don’t we aspire as humans to do nice things, kind things, helpful things, for others at every opportunity? Isn’t that part of what life is all about? For me, yes. And probably why it’s truly tricky… Continue reading
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A work in progress
How would you describe yourself to someone who can’t see you? Beautiful inside and out. A couple of flaws, but I’m a work in progress, so comfortable with where I’m at. Funny. If I’d been asked that a couple of years ago, I wouldn’t have been so quick or confident to respond like that. But… Continue reading
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Times, they are a changin’
What traditions have you not kept that your parents had? Remember back in the day when the shops closed at 12 noon on a Saturday. During winter, my parents would buy the large weekend broadsheet newspaper, a couple of pies, and relax in front of the television and heater to watch the football ‘game of… Continue reading
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Jam packed…
Was today typical? If exploring new places is typical, then yes. Today was one of those amazing Sundays. Getting in a car with our besties. Heading out and seeing where the day takes us. Hundreds of kilometres to a destination unknown. Catching some rays, soaking in some fresh air, exploring ruins, discovering an unfamiliar conservation… Continue reading
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Me and Three
How would you describe yourself to someone? I’m: – Goal oriented and move fast on new ideas (so I’m kinda ok with failure and learning as I go), – Enthusiastic and energetic (but boy, do I need a good night sleep), and – A lifelong learner (I have 3 apps on my phone for uni… Continue reading
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Love at first sight
If you could bring back one dinosaur, which one would it be? Definitely, unequivocally, it would be Dino from The Flinstones. This cartoon was a big part of my childhood. And it was so sweet in that one episode when Dino fell in love with the neighbours dog, Juliet. Outcome is predictable, but it’s still a… Continue reading
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The land of the long white cloud
If you won two free plane tickets, where would you go? My friends over the ditch are calling me. It must be time to visit New Zealand. The only question remains… North or South Island? Or both? Travel well, friends Continue reading
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What’s in a name?
What’s the story behind your nickname? I don’t have one. Don’t recall I ever have. Does that mean my identity is incomplete? Should I feel like I’m missing out, or does it not really matter? I’m still me, and a shortening of my name, or an alternate name, doesn’t change who I am, how I… Continue reading
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9 out of 10
What strategies do you use to maintain your health and well-being? 1. Daily protein 2. Low sugar 3. Low to moderate carbs 4. Walking / hiking 5. Learning something new… always and every day 6. Practising mindfulness 7. Drinking tea and water 8. Putting myself first sometimes 9. Setting goals … 60 by 60. Stay… Continue reading
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I need your advice
What are your future travel plans? 2025 and Far North Queensland is calling. Adelaide to Cairns return, road trip. Going through Broken Hill, New South Wales on the way up but coming back via the coast (Townsville, etc.) on the way back. Hit me with your best recommendations for must-see / must visit locations and… Continue reading
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