Author Archives: Dani

The end of childhood

And the start of adolescence. Nathan turned 13 today. I wasn’t going to go to any great lengths with regard to a party, but I decided that if he wanted, he could invite 3 friends over, see a movie, and … Continue reading

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Manland

I have written about manland before. My husband has never been a “shed” type of guy. His more geeky pursuits of computers and photography, have meant that his shed, has been his study. And certainly that is full to the … Continue reading

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Oh for Fuck’s Sake ……. 14 Oct ed

So I am joining up with my fantastic online friend Punky, along with Sarah at Dear Baby G ….. for my inaugural FFS Friday. I try not to whine too much, but there are times that really, having a good … Continue reading

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She has the attention span of a gnat on red cordial

There are times when being distracted can be disastrous, and there are times when its actually an advantage. Sis and I were chatting this morning … mostly about how inconsiderate our men are, how they do it without even conscious … Continue reading

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Hot Chocolate on a stick.

Crazymumma asked me about these, when I mentioned that I was putting the sleep masks/mug rugs together with an insulated mug and either herbal tea/organic coffee/hot chocolate on a stick. These little gift packs will be going to my work … Continue reading

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I live in a geeky household

My children are such geeks ……. Naomi: See this is Io, and its under such great pressure, that there are loads of volcano’s that explode so violently, they send lava into space. Nathan: So that creates meteors Naomi: Well no … Continue reading

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Do you ever question your own emotions?

Why am I so needy right now? I have not been a happy soul this last week. I am frustrated and …. well just frustrated. I resent having to do all the paperwork, (short pause while I pay the rent … Continue reading

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Happy Birthday Tony

To my special man, my soul mate, and most of all …. my best friend. Happy birthday baby. I couldn’t get out to buy your present this year, but I managed a cake ….. type….. thing. Luv you!

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Pink Wallet

This was yesterday’s production. The colours immediately announce that I made it for myself, but overall I am not that enamoured with the finished product. It doesn’t have enough card slots, and they are a bit wonky, and I should … Continue reading

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8 days post surgery

Again ….. I will save you icky wound photos, but it does look like I will have at least one keloid scar. No surprise there, I scar up very well. But, considering the damage my kids did to my belly … Continue reading

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