Other than a photo on my bike ride home, I haven't posted a blog since the first of the year. Oh dear, what's going on? Last year I was quite prolific, at least for me... It's not that nothing is happening this year; maybe I am just adjusting to being back in Australia and back…
View from South Road tram bridge
I volunteer after hours with the Adelaide Fringe helping build floats and props for the opening night parade. Riding my bike home over the tram bridge last evening I was treated to this great view.
That was the year that was – 2010
How lucky am I that last year, 2010, was one of mostly 'highs' for me. Even some of the lows brought unexpected moments of bitter-sweet melancholy. And that's a good thing in my book. The idea that we must always be happy is such a western concept. Times of sober pensiveness are important aspects of…
My 2010 reading list
I have a friend who set herself a goal of 100 books in one year. I don't even try to read that many, and never manage to finish everything that I start. Some are meant to be dipped into and not read cover to cover, like the BKS Iyengar classic, An Illustrated Light on Yoga. …
Life at the documentation factory and other December observations
I am currently easing back into work after nearly 3 months off (refer http://tenweeksinitaly.wordpress.com/) with a few odd jobs. Some of my work mates will be going on well-earned leave for up to 4 weeks and I'll be odd jobbing and helping out around the department. This week I have been updating our policies (one…
The pleasures of home
Today is my last day off before going back to work. I have been off since the 3rd of September, with most of my time off spent in Italy. Travelling is great, there is no doubt about that in my mind. Here's a favourite quote of mine: Travel is fatal to prejudice, bigotry, and narrow-mindedness,…
Andrew and his amazing camera
The quality of my photos increased greatly once Andrew joined me in Italy. I will use his photos on this blog from time to time but mainly it's just a place for me to make observations.
Sticky date pudding at the Prince Albert
Thanks again Pete. As if the chunky rissoles weren't enough. Roo and I shared the dessert, which was light and sweet and warming on this cold Adelaide winter night.
Lunch in Chinatown
Saturday lunch at Chinatown Cafe, Moonta Street Adelaide. Hainanese chicken rice. This meal is always a winner. The ginger pieces in the rice make it slightly aromatic, the broth is just right, the chicken and Asian greens (bok choy usually) steamed to perfection.
Teusner 2006 Barossa Valley Shiraz
Now that was a nice Shiraz. Ahhhh.
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