Category Archives: Misc

The 3 most irresponsible things that happened this week

Posted on May 9, 2014 by Bec

You might have read before about my misadventures in the pursuit of finally morphing into a fully-fledged adult. I am no closer. Here are some times I failed at life this week: 1. The purchase of this cardigan: Because a … Continue reading →

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7 things I loved from around the internet this week

Posted on May 8, 2014 by Bec

This list of 32 hilariously accurate graphs and infographics (like the one above). This video of Brazilian teenagers improving their English by Skyping with seniors in a Chicago retirement village (I may have wept a little). This interview with Michelle … Continue reading →

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Do you wear shoes inside your house?

Posted on May 6, 2014 by Bec

In a bid to tackle the big issues today, I have a shocking confession: I can’t stand taking off my shoes to go inside someone else’s house. I loathe it. Hate it even. Obviously when met with a ‘no shoes … Continue reading →

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The bizarre things I can’t stand to throw away

Posted on May 1, 2014 by Bec

I’ve long been convinced that I could unlock true happiness if only I would downsize to two pairs of shoes, one handbag and an adorable capsule wardrobe. A great theory, but one hard to action. I supposed my deeply flawed attempt … Continue reading →

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Nullarbor Muster 2014

Posted on April 28, 2014 by Bec

I am exhausted, everything I own is encrusted with red mud and I’m losing my voice. So all in all it was a successful Muster. Someone had the gall to ask why I went to the Muster ‘AGAIN’ this year… … Continue reading →

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Hey, YOU!

Posted on April 25, 2014 by Bec

Do you have a blog? Or read a really great blog? If so pleeeease put a link in the comments below, I’m desperate for some new reading material. I like blogs about everything, but not about too much of one … Continue reading →

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Easter Feaster

Posted on April 21, 2014 by Bec

Good Friday’s dinner party started the same way most do: at 3am the morning of, with me setting the table. Cheers for that insomnia! You’re a real pal. At least it was nice to get up on Friday morning with … Continue reading →

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Setting the table for Easter

Posted on April 17, 2014 by Bec

I think it’s safe to say you’ve turned into your mother when you get excited about setting a table… Well, just call me mum. I bought these bunnies for $6 each from Woolworths and I love them. They are going … Continue reading →

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10 things I’ve learnt about earthquakes since moving to Kalgoorlie

Posted on April 15, 2014 by Bec

I live in an earthquake prone area, so far this year we’ve had at least more than 10. The 4.6 magnitude quake in February was the most notable, I walked into the office wondering what on earth I was going … Continue reading →

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6 things that made me smile last week

Posted on April 14, 2014 by Bec

1. The purchase of this mug And the consumption of tea from it. 2. The receipt of this email from Park Run Proof that I just scraped through and ran 5km in under 30 minutes. Quite an achievement for me … Continue reading →

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