Category: Living

Count the cost – #22 Way to Live

Manage your finances with a budget and goals. Learn about money. Think sticking to a budget is restrictive? Try running out of money and being broke. This is part of my 101 Ways to Live series (follow the link to read the original post).  

Scent of the spice of life – #21 Way to Live

Before eating or drinking anything take a deep breath and inhale the aroma. You’ll be amazed what you notice. And everything that passes your lips is much more enjoyable. This is part of my 101 Ways to Live series (follow the link to read the original post). Scent if powerful. There’s something about the aroma of food cooking – be it the nutty scent of coffee … Read More Scent of the spice of life – #21 Way to Live

A nice pot of tea – #20 Way to Live

Learn to brew a proper pot of tea – use the good service, with tea cups and matching saucers. This is part of my 101 Ways to Live series (follow the link to read the original post). Drinking tea has many rituals associated with it, from cementing business agreements to providing comfort. Tea is refreshing by nature and known for healthful properties. Take the … Read More A nice pot of tea – #20 Way to Live

#19 Way to Live – Logic

Unless you’re talking maths, logic tends to be highly subjective. Don’t be surprised if logical conclusions are different for each individual. This is part of my 101 Ways to Live series (follow the link to read the original post).

The honest-to-god truth — #18 Way to Live

Honesty is no excuse for brutality. This is part of my 101 Ways to Live series (follow the link to read the original post). Something might be true, but you can always choose the way to deliver your message.

The Sweetest of Sleeps – #17 Way to Live

The sweetest of sleeps – an ode to the unintentional nap. When you’re so relaxed you feel smug; reclining with a book or magazine. And sudden drowsiness surprises you. Surrender. Slowly drift away into the sweetest of slumbers. This is part of my 101 Ways to Live series (follow the link to read the original post).  

#16 Way to Live – Know your boundaries.

I have limits. That place where I draw-the-line. Tupperware, specifically The Tupperware Party. I’m not 100 per cent sure why I feel so strongly about this – it’s no fault of the product. On balance, I say yes to secure and durable food storage. I’m certainly pro stackable anything. And yet… This is part of my 101 Ways to Live series (follow the link to read … Read More #16 Way to Live – Know your boundaries.

Brisbane’s annual French Film Festival has started

Brisbane’s French Film Festival started on the 14th March 2013. This year’s festival is bigger than ever and features some great options.  My picks for the festival include: Happiness Never Comes Alone Pauline Detective Farewell my Queen The Dandelions Renoir Another Woman’s Life The Cherry on the Cake The Man Who Laughs Therese Desqueyroux Special sessions are running, including themed wine and cuisine for … Read More Brisbane’s annual French Film Festival has started

Southside Tea Room… Brisbane’s Grate-ist?

Caught up with the girls on the weekend – headed to the Southside Tea Room at Morningside. Sat there for a good hour chatting over coffee and amazing shakes when the penny dropped. The Grates! I know familiar faces when I see them… eventually. No fan of reinventing the wheel, I found the following review of Southside Tea Room on Brisbane’s Weekend Edition – … Read More Southside Tea Room… Brisbane’s Grate-ist?

#15 Way to Live – Laugh

If it strikes you as hilarious in the cinema, feel free to laugh. Laugh as loud and as long as you like. This is part of my 101 Ways to Live series (follow the link to read the original post). The freedom a bedarkened cinema affords is akin to flying and a darn sight safer (audience-dependent, of course).

Moonlight cinema in technicolor!

Every summer I eagerly await Moonlight Cinema sessions. This year’s program is finishing soon, in fact I will be bidding the Moonlight cinema adios on Thursday 14th February 2013 with the screening of classic and academy award-winning rom-com Breakfast at Tiffany’s. If for some reason you have never seen* Breakfast at Tiffany’s Thursday is the perfect opportunity. Make it a Breakfast at Tiffany’s Thursday. Enjoy a … Read More Moonlight cinema in technicolor!

#14 Way to live – on being heard

Your car is not a cone-of-silence. You can (and will) be heard. Over-estimating the sound proofing of your car can be highly entertaining. For your passengers and the occasional pedestrian. This is part of my 101 Ways to Live series (follow the link to read the original post). The illusion of being in your very own private bubble is highly liberating. You can really … Read More #14 Way to live – on being heard