Power of Film

I find it incredible how the simple act of watching a film can have you in fits of hysterical laughter, left feeling shocked, confused, or disappointed... or another which can creep up on you is how they can make you tear up, not necessarily feel sad, but just cry. Actually I don't mean just cry, I mean absolutely bellow with emotion until it is almost physically impossible to do so anymore. Sometimes unexpectedly. I have just had one of these moments, thankfully at home and not in a cinema somewhere which I have done in the past, and that let me tell you is excruciating and comical at the same time. I have to say though that I feel much better for it. It's obviously a time when our guards down or we allow ourselves to reflect or remember... perhaps those we have lost, those we love the most, mourning the life we had hoped for, or the one we still imagine is possible. Regardless, a good cry (even if it is during a game show... note to self, perhaps don't say that out loud) is needed every now and again.

My New Obsession... road signs

Ok, so some would say I need a life, but I am a huge fan of Australian street signs of the yellow variety and have decided there is no time like the present to photograph them all. Living where we do I often see the ones of trucks and trains, bikes and little people crossing the road, but on our recent travels I started seeing some that were new to me. I have now vowed to take a photo of all yellow signs and start a little collection, so here it begins with 1-3.

Merry Christmas

Wishing you and your family a safe and happy Christmas. 

Oh Christmas Tree

Our tree is sitting pretty in the corner this year. Each and every Christmas I can't help but photograph my Christmas tree. Always so proud of it. It's a family tradition to put the tree up on (or as close to) December 1st as possible. I usually pick a theme each year with decorations, but I went with silver and red a few years ago and finding it hard to branch away. I did buy some gorgeous plywood decorations last year which I love and introduced a little rustic touch with a brick pallet as my "tree protector" from my 10 month old (below). I didn't need it this year as Little Miss A has managed to leave the tree alone, but it works a treat if you have toddlers... or not. I actually quite like the look regardless.

To create the rustic fence, I got an old brick pallet (you can buy them from salvage yards), got the saw out and cut it in half. I then sanded it with fine sand paper so that it was smooth to touch for little (and big) hands. You could also use old timber. Have fun!

Daylesford ~ Part Three

If you love beautiful gardens I recommend you visit Lavandula Swiss Italian Farm, only a short drive from Daylesford. Great too if you are travelling with a family. The kids will love the space, friendly animals and the Lavender icecream! We had a wonderful time just meandering through the gardens, getting lost in the lavender, watching geese by the water, sipping lattes at La Trattoria, admiring the gorgeous buildings, summer flowers and incredible veggie garden. Simply beautiful!

Doors of Daylesford

As you may already know I absolutely love doors that stand out! Colourful doors, old doors and especially red doors. I couldn't help but photograph these doors when travelling in and around Daylesford in Victoria.

Daylesford ~ Part Two

Let's go shopping! The shopping in Daylesford, or should I say for me mostly browsing, was wonderful with a great range of businesses to pass the time. I was in my element... so many markets to peruse, fresh produce, handicrafts, antique and eclectic furniture and bric-a-brac stores. I also just loved wandering the streets and looking at the stunning old cottages and cottage gardens. My picks: Lark, Rubi Lu, Mill Markets... these were AMAZING filled with antiques, collectables and retro vintage goodies (You can also find Mill Markets in Ballarat, Geelong, Warnambool and Newcomb), Sunday markets near the old railway station, Cliffy's and Bocconcini for foodie gifts, olive oil, muesli, olives, cheeses, dips, French lemonade, chutney, jams, or for coffee, cake, breakfast, brunch or lunch. Enjoy!