Wordless Wednesday

My view.........

A woman is like a tea bag - you can't tell how strong she is until you put her in hot water -
Eleanor Roosevelt

A dear, dear friend of mine has been having a rough time of late. This quote was posted on her Facebook wall by another friend and I think it sums up the situation perfectly. It is good to see her smiling and laughing for the first time in 2 weeks. It is ggod to see her without tears in her eyes, ready to spill at any moment. It is good to see her three lovely daughters back to their normal, confident selves. And it is good to see her husband calm and out of protection mode.

I guess time really does heal all wounds.

Ten things in my life right now.........on this sunny Sunday.

1. Listening
To the hum of the airconditioner, the ticking of the clock, the general silence. It soothes me.

2. Eating
Frozen yoghurt icypoles. I don't like hot weather so I do anything I can to keep cool.

3. Drinking
Ice cold water. Mmmmmmm icy......

4. Wearing
As little as possible! Cotton skirts and singlets. Short shorts and singlets. Summer nighties.

5. Reading
Twilight. Non threatening romantic fluff. Well, except for the vampires and werewolves!

6. Weather
Warm, sunny, humid. Ugh!

7. Wanting
Night shift to end! I miss Hubby, even though he is in the house, he's asleep and I miss him.

8. Feeling
A great loss. Bad things are happening to people I love. I am taking the high road. But I am losing a great love of mine. So while I grieve the loss, I bask in the friendship I retain and am lightened by the knowledge of doing what is right.

9. Thinking
If I had a spine or a set of balls, I would say exactly what was on my mind. However, the ones who need to hear it would turn vindictive and so there is no point. I choose to keep my dignity.

10. Enjoying
Having an afternoon and evening to do with what I wish.

(Almost) Wordless Wednesday

Until one has loved an animal, a part of one's soul remains unawakened.

Anatole France

My Beautiful Babies

Fergus

Mickey

Colby

 



10 things in my life right now

Back to school today! No, not sweet freedom for me, as a childless (atm) person, Back to School for me means back to work after 2 weeks of blissful, child free days...... So how does this event affect my top 10? Read on and find out.....

1. Listening
To my iPod through my car speakers! For my birthday recently, my parents gave me a wad of cold hard cash (well, a hundy anywasy!!) Instead of the practical, I splurged on a thingy majigy that you hook into your car cigarette lighter and hook your iPod into and your playlists play through your stereo! Love love LOVE it!!!
2. Eating
Chocolate. Enough said. Okay, not enough said! It is lovely. It is soothing. It is yummy. I heart chocolate.

3. Drinking
Coffee, made lovingly by hubby in his new stove top perculator thing. Smells beautiful as you walk in the house, tastes yummy yummy and warm inside.

4. Wearing
Slips. I always thought slips and petticoats were for Nannas and people in the 1920s. But a few weeks ago I was convinced to buy a strechy microfibre black full slip from Jane the Intimo consultant and all I can say is Oh  My    God!! It makes my dresses fit so much better and keeps me so warm. So comfy I even sleep in it.

5. Reading
Work emails. 2 weeks away from email, you have a backlog! Timetable changes, yard duty changes, meeting schedules, swimming notices, Union matters, booking confirmations for excursions......gah! I spent an hour today reading, printing and responding to emails. Hopefully it all calms down soon.

6. Weather
Has turned nasty. It was 9 degrees at work today and I had double yard duty. Thank God I never clean out my car-drobe remembered to put my coat in the car this morning otherwise I would be frozen stiff. Shame I left my Flaturnie at home (a word for my winter hat - it's a cross between a flapper hat, turban and beanie - super cute and super warm).

7. Wanting
Things to turn out okay. I have a problem at work - confidentiallity means I can't explain - but it could turn into a major shitstorm crisis if things don't improve. Day 1, Term 4 - all is okay. Now please please please Allah, God, Unversal Mother, Shiva, let it stay okay.

8. Feeling
Loved. Appreciated. Lonely. Upset in the tummy (due to questionable butter chicken last night).

9. Thinking
That I'm ready for the next challenge in my life. Now for hubby to be totally on board......

10. Enjoying
That I have the support of my leadership team at work. They are awesome!! Prin has come a long way in the  sense of humour and approachability departments. AssPrin is the reason for this, and she is lovely and she is just my hero :)

So, day 1 at school and a very work centric post hmmmmm. They say teaching is not a job as you don't have regular hours; it is not a career because there is no corporate ladder to climb. It is a vocation and a lifestyle choice. I can see why.

 

Celebrate your inner Gleek!

Hi, my name is Nic and I am a Gleek! For the uninitiated, a Gleek is a fan of the hit TV show, Glee. It's the story of a high school show choir that struggles against the perception that being a member of the Glee club makes you the lowest loser in school.

The cast of Glee

I watch the show religiously every week (Wednesday nights, 8:30, chanel 10). I have every episode on DVD. I have downloaded every CD. I listen to them in the car every morning.

Glee's New Directions, performing with PASSION!!



My passion for Glee comes from being a member of a show choir myself. I started as a member of the Sunbury Divas in 2008. No longer able to commit to the group as much as I'd like, I made the decision to leave in 2011, only to find my new niche with SunVOX vocal company. Both choirs (and the Sons of Sunbury) are directed by the awesomely talented Mr Adam Przewlocki. The buzz you can get by working together to create a beautiful sound, the comraderie you feel, the fun and friendships you can make.......

The Sunbury Divas - awesome bunch of women (that's me, centre front - do I look shy?? See what it can do for you??)

I always wanted to be in the choir at school but I never felt like I was good enough. I regret it now and as a teacher myself, I encourage my students to join the school choir. There is no feeling quite like being on stage and making the audience smile. I am a shy person, I hate being the centre of attention, but I come alive on stage with my choir :)

 SunVOX Vocal Company, performing at the National Choral Eisteddfod, Canberra, where we placed 2nd in 3 sections!!

So do yourself a favour, if you haven't seen Glee, sit down for an hour next Wednesday and celebrate your inner Gleek. And if you've ever felt the need to sing, just do it!

Best get back to the DVD player - disc 2 of Series 2 is waiting for me!



Almost Wordless Wednesday

My perfect Spring day would involve lying in a sunny field surrounded by flowers with a good book in hand and someone to cater to my every whim.....and lots of Claratyne of course :)