Nice to see you!

Three major events occurred for me last year (2010), all in the space of about 2 weeks. I turned 50. The following day I got married. Two weeks later, my oldest daughter became pregnant with her first child and my first grandchild.

Most middle-aged people will tell you that in their minds, they still feel 20 something. It's the same for me.

Wasn't it only yesterday that I was planning a night out with guys from the surf club? That gorgeous new perm. Flaired, cuffed denims and the red t-shirt with the off-the-shoulder frill. Corked platform wedgies. **sigh**

Suddenly I'm looking in the mirror and wondering how 30 years can flash by so damned quickly!

So here I am in cyberspace, sharing my genuine shock and horror with anyone who'll listen and maybe I'll even meet some other over 50s who find themselves in the same predicament!

Welcome to my dilemna!!

Friday, September 26, 2025

Orchids For You

Thursday was filled with washing, Harley play and cooking.

Today was the annual orchid show in The Bay.

We had breakfast at Arkarra Tea Gardens. Well, I had peppermint tea, which was delicious. As we were leaving, some hot rods were driving in for morning tea. We only caught the first couple …

From there we headed straight for the orchid show. Pretty spectacular, as always.



























Before we left, I got to savour a GF scone with strawberry jam and real cream! This is not on my new dietary list of safe foods, but seriously! I’ve searched for GF scones for a decade without success. I wasn’t going to pass this opportunity up and I suffered for it afterwards, but it was worth it.

I had to wait a few minutes because they were still in the oven - that’s how fresh it was! I made the effort to return inside and compliment the cook.

I didn’t buy any orchids this year because my live in gardener was unable to keep any of my previous orchids alive.

We had quite a few items on our ‘to do’ list so the remainder of the day was filled with errands and we were home by 3pm.

Adoring Husband’s team is currently playing in the qualifying final against Melbourne Storm. AH and I were both too bloody tired to stay up and watch it, so I am watching it in bed. Melbourne is winning 16-10 with 16 minutes to go.

I’ve tipped Cronulla but it wasn’t with confidence and more of an emotional tip. I can’t lose the footy tipping comp from here, so I can afford to take chances.

So this is where I sign off and go support the sharks.




Nite all.

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