What we can Learn from the Great Toilet Paper Frenzy
Is it ironic that the apocalyptic adventure movie 2012 aired on television in the midst of the great toilet
For the Love of Horses (Has Horse Racing Gone Off Track?)
My love of horses began when I was about seven years old. After visiting a riding school near the
Greying Gracefully
Aging gracefully is something many of us vow to do. But when it comes to our hair going grey, it
Living with Fire
I’m often asked by novice tree-changers about the pros and cons of living in a natural environment. I don’t see
Will Changing the Date of Australia Day Change Anything?
Australia Day has been and gone. However, the ongoing debate about whether January 26 should or shouldn’t be our national
The Real Value of Trees
During the last few days, I’ve been listening to the roaring drone of chainsaws. To my astonishment, a newish neighbour
When Another Dog Attacks Your Dog
There’s nothing pleasant about another dog suddenly attacking your dog, let alone a person or any other animal. Aside from
Let’s Talk About the Cervix
Cervix. It isn’t a word that usually comes up in everyday conversation. But why is it difficult to talk about?
Are Handkerchiefs More Useful Than we Think?
For as long as I can remember, my parents, grandparents and other extended family members always had and used handkerchiefs.
Why I Never Get Flu Shots
It’s the beginning of another icy cold winter in the southern hemisphere. And in the wake of the flu vaccine
Drinking in Tea Meditation
As a non-coffee drinker living in a country that has a robust coffee culture, I often find it amusing how
One Size Sock Doesn’t Fit All
Everybody has a story. And everybody has their own unique expression of life. We come in many shapes, sizes and
What it Means to Have a Conscious Conversation
I’ve never been one for small talk. I don’t engage in gossip. And I’ve never been a fan of people
Don’t Fence Me In
As someone who appreciates nature, a sense of space and community, living in the Dandenong Ranges fulfils these elements. It’s
What I Did in 2017
Although time ‘appears’ to go faster as we advance in years, 2017 ‘seemed’ to go at top speed with added
Why I Still Handwrite Christmas Cards
For many, handwriting Christmas cards seems outdated, time-consuming, and even wasteful. After all, we live in a digital age where
How to Tune In to Your Cervix Naturally
Recently, I wrote about the need to discuss the cervix in a healthier and more loving way in my “Let’s Talk
The Healing Power of Eye Gazing
In many parts of the world, eye contact is regarded as being genuine and important when communicating with another. We
Let’s Talk About the Cervix
It’s September, and it’s Gynaecological Cancer Awareness Month. Add to that how National Cervical Cancer Awareness Week is being held
What’s in a Dream?
When I was about 18, I declared to myself that someday I would love to marry a kindhearted veterinarian who