According to the Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, Sydney and its eastern seaboard neighbours had the wettest March since 1975. It was getting to where I considered buying a raincoat and wellingtons. Of late though, our autumn weather has been spectacularly pleasant. Today, for example, is 22'c / 71'F with clear, sunny skies punctuated with … Continue reading Bush-Walking with the Grandkids
Musings on Retirement
SkyDiving with Gwen – Third Time Lucky
I have been nursing an ambition to SkyDive. I've wanted to do this since the early 80s. In those days I planned to learn how to parachute. Then I met my husband (to be) and he quickly talked me out of it. I can't have wanted it hard enough, because he didn't have to use … Continue reading SkyDiving with Gwen – Third Time Lucky
Another Hectic Week
With Seniors' Week co-inciding with International Women's Day its been another hectic seven days in my world. I kicked off with attending the Illawarra function. Here's what a room prepared for 800 people - mostly women - looks like at 11am. A choir was performing on stage as we all found our places and settled … Continue reading Another Hectic Week
The Reluctant Retiree 