The Port Arthur massacre: a day I will never forget
Twenty years ago today, I sat in front of the television as details emerged about a terrible massacre in Tasmania. Jamie, my oldest, was...
What do you think about church crocks?
Baz's 'church crocks': I’ve photographed these on a beautiful autumnal background, with the purple orchid-y thing peaking out of the...
Hurry up and get old, will ya?
Ever had that feeling of perfect wellbeing? I'm feeling it in this instant, just as I’m writing to you. Admittedly, I’m staying in...
Why an introvert feels compelled to write her deepest thoughts & feelings..
I don’t know what it is about writing that makes me want to overshare. It’s almost like my feelings just muscle their way into the light...
Butterflies and bikers, ah the life!
It was the perfect summer’s Sunday yesterday. Searing sun, bright blue skies, shrieking cicadas and humidity that could choke a...
Dear Australia, I know it's our 'big day' but...
January 26, 2016 To: Sunburnt Country Sweeping Plain Dear Australia I feel nervous about sharing this with you on Australia Day....
And be 'great full', Princesses!!!
‘You got hit on? Big deal bitch!!! STFU you over sensitive cow and be great full someone thinks you are beautiful instead of whining...
The ugliest christmas painting
In some families, christmas is like plastering a yearly coat of red and green paint over the cracks. It hides the problems and holds...
Selfie aware? Or self aware?
How many photos of you are there on your phone right now? Maybe I can start off this confession session. On mine, there are 27 of me....
Last fat chance
We’ve had a fraught relationship over the years, my father-in-law and I. Many of his crappiest remarks have stayed with me. Like the...
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