Category Archives: Misc

Margot – 8 weeks

Posted on October 20, 2019 by

My sister Sarah and brother-in-law Nady welcomed their daughter Margot into the world the day after my birthday. Another Leo in the family! I can’t possibly describe the joy she has brought to all our lives or how wonderful becoming … Continue reading →

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Lately

Posted on October 16, 2019 by

A selection of things that have been occupying my time: Watching (very belatedly) the most recent season of Younger. The clothes on that show! So fabulous. I’m inspired to start an outlandish necklace collection like Diana. I’m also trying to … Continue reading →

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Lately

Posted on July 22, 2019 by

Wearing matching pyjamas with my sister, Sarah. She and her husband Nady are in Melbourne for the imminent arrival of their baby, my first niece or nephew. An exciting time! It’s been so nice to hang out without a time … Continue reading →

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Sorry Marie Kondo, objects shouldn’t spark joy

Posted on January 20, 2019 by

Last weekend, like millions of others overcome with Kondo induced hysteria, I dutifully gathered all the clothes from my wardrobe, the hall cupboard and the spare room and laid out a material mountain on my bed. Just as Japanese de-clutter … Continue reading →

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We got engaged!

Posted on October 16, 2018 by

I am resurfacing from the depths of radio silence with some good news! Almost three weeks ago, on a beach on the Great Ocean Road, Andy got down on both knees, proffered a lovely ring and asked if I wanted to … Continue reading →

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How do you know when you’re old?

Posted on September 9, 2018 by

I recently turned 30 and while I feel absolutely no different to a year or two ago, occasionally I have these little moments of recognition that time is indeed passing. I was chatting with a colleague this week about a … Continue reading →

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A plant-filled Melbourne apartment tour

Posted on July 8, 2018 by

I really love taking a sneak peek inside peoples’ homes. Often for decor inspiration but also because there’s something so intimate and fascinating about seeing what’s on someone’s bedside table. Or what’s stuck to the fridge. I hang out for … Continue reading →

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Lately

Posted on June 29, 2018 by

I think it’s fair to say I’ve lost all motivation to blog. It pains me to admit this. I’m not giving up yet though! What have you been up to lately? Here’s what I’ve been doing: Watching The Handmaid’s Tale. Or … Continue reading →

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WTF are they doing upstairs? An ode to apartment living

Posted on April 29, 2018 by

Tenderising meat?! Jogging on the spot? Breaking in tap shoes? Repeatedly hurling a medicine ball at the same spot on the floor? These are all things I’ve actually considered while staring perplexedly at the ceiling wondering what is making that … Continue reading →

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Friday Links

Posted on April 27, 2018 by

How has your week been? With the Anzac public holiday on Wednesday I’ve been so lost but my sources tell me it is indeed Friday. It’s been a big week for true crime fans with police making an arrest in … Continue reading →

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