My ex dropped over yesterday for a family meeting about various kid matters and casually dropped into the conversation that he thought our divorce might have gone through. He checked his emails on his phone and confirmed that, yup, it was final. I've often wondered how I would feel about it finally happening. A little... Continue Reading →

I am not a Valentine's Day person ... or a traditionalist when it comes to romantic gestures. Flowers are lovely in theory, but the reality doesn't move me - I worry too much about how much they cost and how quickly they will die in my care. But the last 12 months have been pretty... Continue Reading →

Last year I was yearning to do a podcast called "Drinks with Al" ... or something like that, I hadn't really finessed the name. I had a lovely chat to a former colleague who podcasts and got excited about the idea, despite having zero experience in the area - other than being a champion talker... Continue Reading →

The doctor called yesterday with my MRI results. He said they showed my brain looked completely normal. I thanked him for the good news, then told him that I was working for a women's health website and had numerous theories on the cause of my balance issues that we could pursue, including a thyroid test.... Continue Reading →

I’ve finally started watching the latest series of The Crown and found myself oddly fond of Princess Anne and her no-nonsense ways. I got a little emotional yesterday when I saw the little hand of Princess Eugenie’s new bub. I think because I’m hoping the Royal Family is finally learning from its past mistakes when... Continue Reading →

I’ve decided some positive blogging is in order to counteract my current cranky mood. I’m feeling a bit grrrrrr about my latest round of money, health and parenting worries. But ain’t nobody got time for that, we've all got problems of our own. I have no idea how DD puts up with my moodiness -... Continue Reading →

I had my first-ever MRI yesterday. It was an interesting experience. You lie down, they give you ear plugs and headphones and put you in a helmet-like contraption. Then you slide into the MRI machine like you're a coffin about to be immolated. Instead of being immolated, you lie there completely motionless, clutching a little... Continue Reading →

I lost a lot of money on Friday. Almost $1000 all up. First, I dropped the car off to get its $42 pink slip for registration and got a call an hour later to say it would need four new tires to pass. Sigh. Then I went to the doctor about feeling dizzy. I had... Continue Reading →

Forget heart-shaped chocolates and bouquets of overpriced roses, celebrate this Valentine’s Day with pink Kraft Mac & Cheese. OK, I'm leading you on - it’s (fortunately) not an option that’s on the table in Australia. I was delightedly horrified last night to discover that its a prize for lovestruck Americans. Yep, they have the chance to win... Continue Reading →

I thought I should give you a few details on my latest contracting gig. I'm back in magazines, doing some digital work for Prevention. Prevention is a health title that targets women over 40. I've previously been a bit whatever when it comes to health stuff, but I've found myself really enjoying the genre. And... Continue Reading →