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
Welcome to another Wacky Workshops project – earth art. It’s hard not to get excited when you think of all there is left to be discovered on this beautiful planet. Less than five per cent of our oceans have been explored though they cover around 70 per cent of the planet’s surface.
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
Welcome to another Wacky Workshops project – wonderful wire birds. I love using wire to create pretty ornaments as it’s versatile and easy to use, particularly if it’s not too thick. These little wire birds are so sweet, only use a few materials and can be made in 20 minutes. They look great
Welcome to another Wacky Workshops project – a no-sew heart pillow. Funny how decorative pillow prices can range from a few dollars to $20 or $30. You can sometimes find the little square ones in the cheap shops for $5 and I’ve even snapped up some bargain pillows for $2 each. Yet,
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
Welcome to another Wacky Workshops project – fairy castles and wands. The sweet little fairy houses are for the indoor fairy. Made from cardboard rolls and felt, they will not cope with outside weather but put a little tea light battery candle inside and you have the sweetest night light. What I love about the
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
RIBBON FAIRIES Welcome to another Wacky Workshops project – ribbon fairies. Do you have a bunch of old leftover gift ribbon pieces you don’t know what to do with? In my pre- Christmas post How to Win by Avoiding the Bin I actually told readers to keep these scraps. Those who took my
