Going to burst!

Ok, I simply have to write! I have been looking at blogs that I follow and if you notice any other the ones in the "others I enjoy" section and one in the "my faves"section I follow a few Melbourne flavored sights - and as I read and look at the photos I am reminded of a wonderful time in my life where creativity buzzed about me all day long - even on the mundane and sad days! Oh how I miss the culture and the activities of Melbourne - I know I have mentioned how much I miss Melbourne before but I can't help myself. There are so many nooks and crannys that I have left undiscovered there and so many amazing spots that hold so many memories! I don't care about the weather there - in fact - I love it and relish it!!! They have seasons and sometimes all 4 in one day!

I do love living here in Queensland and love having my family and friends close by and am making stronger friends here by the day. I just wish I could take you all down there and show you little back alley and coffee places and explore little boutique shops and markets with you. I miss going to the Prahran markets to get my fruit and veges with my little wagon, the delectable tastes of the bakeries in Acland Street in St Kilda, TGIFriday at the Jam Factory, walking to the tram to go to work, chocolate shop hunting, the Queen Victoria "Vic" Markets, new shows and different activities always on at Federation Square, showing friends around on the tram and going past the cow in the tree at Docklands and of course I miss - Bec, Mon, Mish, Danielle, Sarah (even though you aren't there anymore), Nigel, Carol, Holli, Julie, Tarini and Lisa (just to name a few!)

Phew! I got that out there... thanks for listening and let me reminisce!

Spring where it really is Spring...

Lately I have been thinking about Spring, which in turn, makes me think of living in Melbourne. The saying that you get "Four Seasons in one day"is terrificly true for this lovely city. I have been looking up photos of Melbourne and just reminising my life there.

pre parenthood

our first stroll out as a family

the delectable Acland St in St.Kilda

It was a great little place to be able to lose yourself, find hidden treasures and do something different every weekend. And, for the creative person, its inspiring, imaginative and decadent. I loved that I could wear my jeans all year round and never get hot, and although it seems like an extra hassle, I really didn't mind packing my compact brolly and a light jacket everyday!

The colours, the smells, the people and the way of life was just amazing. I am very hopeful that one day (God willing), I, with my darling husband, son and any other offspring, will live there again. Ride trams to where ever we feel, watch outdoor movies in the park in Summer, rug up and go to the footy in winter, feel the crunching leaves underfoot in autum and especially, tip toe through the tulips once more with precious friends.

tulip farm


precious friends