Midlife – travel, fun and adventure
While we complain about the heat, the birds are lining up for a drink. Heatwaves, thirsty wildlife and noticing what's happening when the temperature soars are covered in this week's #SundayStills post #blogging #home #feedingthebirds #Tumbarumba
Do you find that January brings the pressure? This month I've chosen lightness whenever possible - laughing at myself, letting go a bit more, and making the most of moments, noticing what makes me laugh and having fun. It might not be perfect but it's a good start. #WOTY #WOTY2026 #silliness #January #YearofSilliness #midlife
From Helmcken Falls to Jasper โ lakes, glaciers and rugged mountains at every turn. This is the third postcard in my Postcards from Canada series, and a reminder of just how special that road trip was ๐จ๐ฆ #Canada #roadtrip #travel #globetrottingwithDG #Jasper
From Sun Peaks and Helmcken Falls is the second postcard in my new series Postcards from Canada - lakes, mountains, an open road, waterfalls - what a fabulous road trip we had in Canada. #Canada #roadtrip #travel #globetrottingwithDG
It's time for our first What's on Your Bookshelf linkup for 2026. We're back in 2026 for more books and reviews with two new co-hosts joining the fun. Read on to see what I've read over the past month. #whatsonyourbookshelfchallenge #WOYBS #amreading #books
Vancouver to Whistler is the first postcard in my new series Postcards from Canada - sparkling water, mountains, an open road - what a fabulous introduction to Canada. #Canada #roadtrip #travel #globetrottinggranny
Listening taught me a lot last year. This year I'm making room for SILLINESS. Chosen deliberately. Less seriousness. More silliness. Same me. Encouraged and supported by my grandchildren! #WOTY #WOTY2026 #silliness
Today's post is a compilation of my thoughts about what makes each of us unique, special and how those feelings can change as we age. Stay weird, passionate, joyful and young at heart - that's my advice for the day! Sharing for Wednesday, Words and Whimsy linkup #WWWhimsy #whimsy #unique #blogging #midlife #ageing #whatmakesyouyou?
Three generations. Two very excited grandchildren. ๐ฆ๐ We spent a sun-splashed day at Jamberoo Action Park celebrating upcoming birthdays โ proof that fun has no age limit. #SundayStills #blogging #travel #JamberooActionPark #waterpark #funforallages #midlife
A strange, unsettling week in Tumbarumba, under a sky thick with smoke from a nearby bushfire and days of relentless heat. We're not in any danger and we're thankful to all those who are fighting the fires and the slightly cooler weather. #Tumbarumba #bushfires #australia #summer
It's burning hot at the moment here in Tumbarumba so it's quite fitting that my thoughts turn to snow, especially as that's the topic for this month's Tell us About challenge. New post up now! #TellUsAbout #blogging #midlifeblogger #midlife #writing #snow #Australia #tumbarumba
Sunday Stills is all about taking a look back at 2025 this week. I'm combining photos with a question and answer format in the one post as a nod at my year. A big year and here's hoping 2026 will be even better. #SundayStills #blogging
I would like to wish you all a happy new year for 2026 and thanks for all your support during 2025. With love from my world to yours....
It's time for our final What's on Your Bookshelf linkup for 2025. We'll be back again in 2026 for more books and reviews. Read on to see what I read during December. #whatsonyourbookshelfchallenge #WOYBS #amreading #books
This year my word was Listen. It turns out it wasn't just about hearing better - it was about living better, especially when the world gets noisy! #WWWhimsy #whimsy #wordoftheyear #WOTY #blogging #midlife #listen
I did it! I've ticked off my list of 65 exciting things to do before turning 65 - there were little joys and big adventures during the year! Come and check out my final update. You might even be inspired to start your own list, no matter your age #todolist #ageing #gettingolder #midlifeblogger #happybirthday #turning65
Why do Aussies still sing about snow, sleigh rides and roaring fires when weโre swatting flies in 35-degree heat? ๐๐ถ Iโm diving into our wonderfully odd mix of Christmas carols โ the classic snowy ones weโve adopted and the homegrown Aussie versions weโve made our own. Itโs messy, joyful, overheatedโฆ and very us. New post up now! #TellUsAbout #blogging #midlifeblogger #midlife #writing #christmas #Australia
Peace..for me it's the little things - the quiet cup of tea, reading a book, sunset on the beach, a walk in the forest, the moments where life slows just enough to allow us to breathe. Peace can be found in the simple everyday joys. #SundayStills #photography #peace
Iโm wrapping up my Wellness Reimagined series with one of the most personal posts Iโve written yet โ a love letter to my grandkids and the lessons I hope theyโll carry into their own lives. Wellness isnโt about perfection; itโs about presence, reinvention, joy, and listening to what truly matters. If youโre navigating change, midlife growth, or just trying to take better care of yourself โ this oneโs for you too. #wellnessreimagined #midlifewomen #letsgetstrong #womenover50 #healthandwellness
Almost 10 years after a forced council merger we never wanted, our community has finally voted YES to de-amalgamation. A long, costly saga - but at last, our voice has been heard. Democracy for the win! #Tumbarumba #forcedmerger #deamalgamation #localcouncil #democracy #referendum
How is it almost the end of November already? I'm looking back at the month using my Taking Stock prompts and there's some big news in the post about the linkup for 2026. What's been on your calendar? #WBOYC #November #Whatsbeenonyourcalendar #blogging #midlife #takingstock #monthlywrapup
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