Category: Living
#13 Way to Live – Humour is personal
by Eva Wynne
It’s a universal truth that some people will never get your humour. It doesn’t matter how hilarious you think you are. Don’t try to explain to this person how funny you really are. You will sound like a complete berk. And you will imply they’re an idiot for not getting the funny. Cut your loses and move on. This is part of my 101 Ways … Read More #13 Way to Live – Humour is personal
#12 Way to Live – Send Flowers
by Eva Wynne
Send Flowers. The receiver will feel fabulous. They will say what you have no words for. The effect will last longer than the flowers. This is a good thing. This is part of my 101 Ways to Live series (follow the link to read the original post). There is almost no situation that isn’t seasoned by the receipt of flowers. They can say: I’m sorry, I … Read More #12 Way to Live – Send Flowers
#11 Way to Live – Accept Compliments Graciously
by Eva Wynne
Compliments are a tricky business. For many people it’s a mine field where ‘vanity’ or ‘conceit’ could explode at any given moment. In the past I’ve fumbled responses to sincere compliments. “This old thing” or “don’t mention it, any passerby would have prevented nuclear meltdown and saved the kitten” or other negating comments are my stock in trade. Until… “That shirt is fabulous, you look amazing” My … Read More #11 Way to Live – Accept Compliments Graciously
Capturing the person – by email
by Eva Wynne
Email has its limitations. It is a convenient way of keeping in touch, particularly when travelling but for most it lacks the nuance of a face-to-face, hearing someone’s voice or even a letter or postcard. Many emails are rendered flat and homogenised as we autopilot into an approximation of proper written English. With email being much easier to edit than snail-mail it’s easier to edit the liveliness … Read More Capturing the person – by email
Brisbane – Festival City
by Eva Wynne
September in Brisbane is always interesting. I love it because it means Summer is on it’s way – and I am rather fond of a good summer. A pervasive spirit of excitement and anticipation starts to infect all human exchanges – people are outdoors more, socialising more, smiling more. And for the month of September there’s plenty to see and do because Brisbane. Becomes. … Read More Brisbane – Festival City
#10 Way to Live – Soothing Winter Ills
by Eva Wynne
Winter is something of my nemesis. It launches its minions: flu, chills and ills. We thrust and parry until I can go on no longer and must yield in a pile of tissues on the couch. I’m not going to lie to you – it’s not glamorous. So the #10 Way to Live comes from my perspective on the couch. Freshly made Honey & … Read More #10 Way to Live – Soothing Winter Ills
+ Art, Events, Exhibitions, Living
World Press Photo Exhibition at Brisbane’s Powerhouse
by Eva Wynne
I always make the effort to see the World Press Photo when it comes to Brisbane. It has been at the Brisbane Powerhouse since the 2 June 2012 and finished this Sunday. I’m not sure where it heads next – but if it’s in your city it’s worth your time. The exhibition has been showcasing and profiling the worlds best press photo’s for 55 … Read More World Press Photo Exhibition at Brisbane’s Powerhouse
Resilience
by Eva Wynne
Cancer’s only one page in my life, and I will not allow this page to impact the rest of my life.” (Ananda Shankar Jayant) Truly inspirational TED clip where classical Indian dancer, Ananda Shankar Jayant, shares her experiences conquering cancer.
+ Living
Relocation, relocation, relocation
by Eva Wynne
Hello Highgate Hill! After a ridiculously long time in the one place I have now successfully relocated. I love the feeling of freshness that comes from moving but as much as I love the opportunity there’s something quite unsettling about moving. Don’t get me wrong, my fab new apartment is just ripe with potential and everything went terribly smoothly! I love the wives-tale of buttering … Read More Relocation, relocation, relocation
+ Food, Living, Uncategorized
Wining + Dining with Lil’Sis
by Eva Wynne
Lil’Sis is departing to Japan for, among other things, the Cherry Blossoms. Seeing any of my loved ones embarking on fabulous journey’s is always a bitter-sweet experience. Naturally I’m thrilled — but can’t seem to help the occasional pang of envy either. A cosy Bon Voyage dinner was just the ticket for me! Maintaining the international flavour Lil’Sis picked French Martini at Brisbane’s South … Read More Wining + Dining with Lil’Sis
Asserting a life apart from work
by Eva Wynne
When I first started writing, it was an attempt to remember to live. That I had values and beliefs that weren’t informed by ROI or tactical advantage and I am not defined by profit/loss ratios. There are some things I do love, just because. Lately, I’ve noticed a disturbing trend. A regression, if you will, in attitude. I’m still making sure I explore the social and … Read More Asserting a life apart from work
#8 Way to Live – There’s a place for Champagne
by Eva Wynne
But that is not on a plane. To me, there is no more legitimate symbol of (and for) celebration than popping the cork on a bottle of champagne. So, you can imagine with the rise of budget airlines that encourage self-catering you may at some point be tempted to celebrate that anniversary holiday, overseas vacation or other fabulous reason for boarding a plane, such as … Read More #8 Way to Live – There’s a place for Champagne
Fragments of Eva 