There it is. That sick feeling in my stomach combined with a kaleidoscope of butterflies reminding me of my terror. On the really bad days, it’s hard to make my legs work, my hands are shaky and I’m sweating. But my children are waiting – tiny infants school kids waiting for mum to
Are you a lover of trivia? Then you are in the right place. I’ve collected a bunch of interesting facts that you really DON’T need to know and put them together for a bit of fun. If you follow me on Facebook you may have seen some of these on Thursday Trivia days. If you
Here is the true horror story set in some retirement villages in Australia. You may have read the fiction mystery set in a retirement village – Smiling Palms. Keeping with the theme of horror and mystery, I’m now disclosing some scary facts. It’s a terrible thought, but did you know your inheritance could
This is the final part of the mystery story Smiling Palms. You can read part one here, part two here and part three here. Please note this is fiction and any similarity between real people and places is purely coincidental. SMILING PALMS PART FOUR “I told you I’ve already searched the grounds
This is the third instalment of the mystery story Smiling Palms. You can read part one here and part two here. Please note this is fiction and any similarity between real people and places is purely coincidental. SMILING PALMS PART THREE At this, Aunt Mary burst into tears and shook uncontrollably as Shannon held
What makes a hero? I’ve already asked a similar question in my post, Saving Lives – Which One Will Make You a Hero? This time I ask it with the seriousness that comes with ANZAC day and our recognition and respect for the soldiers who fought. I was originally going to write
This is the second instalment of the four-part mystery series Smiling Palms. If you missed the first one you can read it here. Please note this is fiction and any similarity between real people and places is purely coincidental. SMILING PALMS PART TWO Shannon remembered her aunt’s sharp mind and couldn’t help wondering if
This is part one of a four-part mystery series set in the seemingly innocent surroundings of a retirement village. Please note this is fiction and any similarity between real people and places is purely coincidental. SMILING PALMS PART ONE Even before she stepped out of the car Shannon could feel the hairs
Did you know the breed of dog you are attracted to can be dictated by your personality type? According to research, various breeds go with different character traits. Happy Birthday Decaf I’m trying to work out my type. Our puppy, celebrating her 14th birthday today, is a Maltese Shih Tzu cross. She is
It is said that a job worth doing is worth doing well and I agree, but it does not have to be, nor can it be, perfect. Do you find your urge for perfection slows you down – or even stops you in your tracks? You are not alone. A large percent
