Want to add some sunshine to the traditional shortbread recipe? Just add Valencia orange juice and zest and enjoy zesty orange shortbread.
Valencia Orange Sunset Pie
Oranges are bright, colourful and a happy fruit. Yes, fruit can be happy, especially when it reminds me of summer and holidays. Make Valencia Orange Sunset Pie and share the taste of summer.
Climbing at Treetops Adventure Western Sydney

I took my six year old to experience Treetops Adventure Western Sydney for the first time and he loved it. Watch our video and see the images to learn more.
What do I want for 2023
Today is the first day of the new year and it is fresh with possibilities. I’ve been thinking about what I would like to achieve and seeing how to set SMART goals to make sure the goals are attainable. Have you made your wish list yet for 2023? What would you like to do this year? Let me know.
The Wonder of Picture Books & Giveaway
I love the State Library of NSW and its exhibits. They currently have a picture book exhibit for kids and it is a must-see! Oh, and I have a signed picture book 1 reader can win.
HelloFresh Gift Card Disappointment
I thought this gift was a good idea, one that didn’t need postage. However it never got emailed to our family! As you might imagine I am not very happy about the whole experience.
Transform your space easily with Photowall
I have been busy redoing a few rooms of my house, yes I have wallpapered and moved furniture and framed some prints. See how easy it is to transform your house with Photowall. Get a 20% discount off all Photowall products for the month of December – read the post to get the discount code.
Fertility is Your Own Business
I read the Jennifer Aniston interview in Allure and agree with her. Why is her private life our business. Why is it our business to ask her about her fertility? Why is it important to our world if she has a baby or not? Questions that constantly ask about children to a person that is trying, wants them but cannot is very hurtful. Please send in your thoughts.
Not Everything is A True Crime!
I thought I had lost my car when I took my little boy into the city for a weekend adventure. Learn about how my true crime podcasts coloured my view of what possibly happened.
Create Painted Rocks
Kids love being outdoors and I find that if kids don't get the outdoor time they are hard to deal ...
Ghost Pumpkins
Learn how we carved our Ghost Pumpkins and download some spooky cupcake toppers, free to download!
Cheap School Holiday Fun
Note: First published July 2014..although this is great no matter what year. Have you wondered what to do with the kids ...