Because, frankly, this picture scared the beejeezus out of me. Great little piece from the Sydney Morning Herald blog. The rest of them are not even a consideration. Except for #3, which isn’t so much of a problem for me. Tho’ Stuart would disagree. 8 Truly Frightening Experiences. Posted by Ben Groundwater “If you...
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We have had the heart-breaking news today that Stuart’s big brother, and Lynne’s little brother, Stephen Ford, passed this morning in the UK. I did not know Steve as well as I would have liked, but I immediately liked him very, very much. When I met him the first time, I was on a...
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…and speaking of the aforementioned LAX/Sydney flight, while trolling the aisles of the aircraft that evening, I walked past what I thought was the most fabulous coffin, securely seat-belted into a pod seat, and safe under the watchful eye of a careful guardian, who I naturally assumed was the son of the lovely and...
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On a recent flight to Sydney on Air New Zealand, I experienced for the first time, the power of the pod – Air NZ’s answer to a good night’s sleep at 37,000 feet. Now 3-weeks later, I am dismally confident that this experience has set impossible expectations for all future air travel, and find...
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We have just celebrated Stuart’s and my 10th year wedding anniversary with a soulful, southbound trip to Memory Lane, in the form of Sydney. Still coming off the buzz. What a lovely, lovely affirming thing to do. And to come to Sydney and share this important milestone with friends who have supported each of...
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“The trouble with jogging is that the ice falls out of your glass.” ~Martin Mull The moment I pack my suitcase for a journey, I am perfectly resigned about two things. One – that I will not deprive myself of any gastronomic delight or opportunity to drink champagne while watching a sunset (or sunrise). ...
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Moment – definition – Merriam-Webster Dictionary 1. a minute portion or point of time : instant; 2. a comparatively brief period of time; 3. a time of excellence or conspicuousness. Moment – definition – mine 1. a blessing; a slice of time that is transformative in which everything is aligned to achieve a temporary...
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Boy and his Bowls
Serving up my take on life one bowl at a time
Ramshackle Chic
An eclectic state of mind
An Indian Summer