We have had our two cats, Maddy and Wally which were adopted from the RSPCA, for a little over six months. It took a while but now they have settled into a routine of coming inside just as the sun is setting. We do this because we have a cat curfew in our area that states that all cats must be kept indoors between sunset and sunrise. We struggled at first, spending time most evenings trying to coax the cats inside after dark. Wally was probably the worst because he just loves being outside … [Read more...]
Easter Gifts: Treat Filled Chocolate Bowls
These beautiful homemade Easter gifts require a bit of patience but the result is well worth the effort. They make a great Easter gift for both adults and children. Easter would have to be the best holiday for gift giving because you don’t have to think too hard about what to give. Everyone loves getting chocolate at Easter, don’t they? I know I do! And the shops don’t exactly make it hard either. Easter eggs start popping up at the supermarket in early January most years! We usually try to … [Read more...]
Easy Last Minute Advent Calendars
A great homemade advent calendar doesn’t have to be hard to make. Here are 10 advent calendars that are quick & easy. Some can even be made from recycled everyday items! I don’t remember having advent calendars when I was little. They may have been around but I don’t think that they were as popular as they are now. Anyway the first memory that I have of an advent calendar is seeing the commercial ones in the supermarket. You know the ones where you open the tab up each day and get a … [Read more...]
Cairns: My Favourite Places to Visit
I have been to Cairns in Far North Queensland several times over the last few years and I think that it would have to be one of the best holiday destinations in Australia. Cairns is small enough that you can soon learn your way around but it also has so much to see and do. If you come from southern Australia, like I do, then it is great to escape the cold weather and head north to the beautiful tropical Cairns climate. During my first visit to Cairns I enjoyed snorkelling on the Great Barrier … [Read more...]
Two Very Different Weeks!
I can’t believe how much of a contrast the last two weeks have been. This time two weeks ago I was sitting back and enjoying the summer heat in Cairns in Far North Queensland. It was so nice to soak up the sunshine in the tropical heat by day and then spend the balmy evenings sipping a nice cool glass of wine or two. In a stark contrast, when I arrived home last week I found myself struck down with a very nasty sinus infection! I have been feeling very sad and sorry for myself and … [Read more...]
Mice as Pets: What you Need to Know for Success
When I got my first pet mice I was looking for a pet that would not require a 10 – 15 year commitment. Don’t get me wrong I love dogs and cats but at the time I was not able to commit to a decade or more of pet care. Getting pet mice was an ideal compromise because the mice were very cute and fun to play with but I knew that they only had a short live span of one to three years. I would really recommend pet mice to anyone who wants a pet but can’t make a long term commitment or even if they … [Read more...]
Great Links To Jigsaw Puzzles That Anyone Can Play Online
If you are looking for an online activity that is great for both children and adults you can’t go past a good jigsaw. I have been doing jigsaws online for years and can thoroughly recommend it as a fun activity to do online while still exercising your brain. The five online jigsaw puzzle links that I have included can be used by both children and adults with the majority of the websites offering jigsaw size options. This feature also means that beginners can start by … [Read more...]
Origami: Great Links for a Fun Family Activity that Everyone Can Enjoy!
The Japanese art of paper folding is not generally something that would spring to mind when searching for fun activities for kids. But how many other activities can you do with your kids that only require a square of paper. It is also an activity that caters for children and adults of all abilities. Origami is a great activity to keep in mind for when inexpensive, quiet fun is required. Not only can kids have fun with this activity at home but, once they’ve learned a couple of models, they … [Read more...]