My ex picked me up yesterday afternoon enroute to the youngest's pre-year 12 formal drinks. I was carless because the youngest had commandeered it for the day to get all her various primping and prepping done. She looked so glorious and joyful when we arrived at her friend's house. I was proud and teary and... Continue Reading →

Every November, for as long as I can remember, we have celebrated my nephew's birthday at a scruffy suburban teppanyaki restaurant. Attendees include whichever extended family members happen to be in town. This year it was a happy coming together of my nephew's girlfriend, his dad and stepmother, his little brother, his paternal grandmother, my... Continue Reading →

It’s been a long time between solo travels for me, but I flew to Melbourne on Friday night to spend the weekend with my former brother and sister-in-law. Deb and I have stayed good friends since my marriage ended, which feels like the natural way to do things. The unnatural thing would be suddenly not... Continue Reading →

Yesterday did not get off to the best start. I packed my laptop bag with some olive and rosemary bread for my brekkie, some pearl cous cous salad for lunch and a bottle of water for hydration and trekked into the city. When I opened my bag at the office I discovered I’d forgotten the... Continue Reading →

I almost don’t want to tell you what I did last night because it’s getting a bit ridiculous. But my day was mostly filled with miserable stress, which wasn’t much fun. So I’m going to stick with the fun stuff and blather about going to the most incredible bar last night. I almost cancelled attending... Continue Reading →