Theory of Relativity - 29/04

Everything is relative. I've been thinking about this for a few days now.
One (wo)mans broken nail is another (wo)mans flat tyre.
One (wo)mans headache is another (wo)mans death sentence.
Get what I mean? Our emotions and how we react to situations is entirely relative. Everyone has their own shit going on all of the time. And sometimes a broken nail IS a big deal.
We are all OK and all our problems and issues are worthy.
Don't ever think they're not.

What I'm listening to today: My own thoughts on a constant loop
What I'm reading: Too much into it!

Image courtesy of http://sup3rgirlinlove.blogspot.com/

If kids get cranky, put them in water 27/04

WOW! I've seen some awesome pictures of Iceland's Eyjafjallajökull Volcano erupting over the past week, they're awesome.

Anyway, I ran again today. I was actually looking forward to going for a run today. Not sure if I've ever had that kind of though in my head. But I like it!
I run down one of the main roads in town, a) because it's a good 4km round trip, and b) because I'm vain and think that I'd much rather be seen running than walking down the road. So it's a good motivator to just keep on runnin'. Surely, whatever works right?

I had a gorgeous mummy moment today. Polly and I were outside, me reading Frankie magazine, she making me numerous cups of tea inside her cubby. Then she decided she wanted to play with water so I got her a bucket and took her clothes off and she just plonked herself in the bucket and just sat there and pretended to cuddle a rabbit, which was actually a blade of grass. She was talking to the rabbit and showing me and then was very upset when she dropped him on the lawn. "Where's Mr Rabbit gone?". Oh it was sweet.


What I'm listening to today: The Cure-Greatest Hits
What I'm reading: Frankie mag

Keep On Runnin' - 26/04

Today after having coffee with Sharon, Brent Polly and I went for a run around the river. Yes, a full blown run!
We walked to the river and then got to the hospital community park and we started running together. It was really good! I was so impressed with my ability to keep up with him, even though he wasn't wearing running shoes.
So to keep on track, I'll be walking Thursdays with Sharon, running alone 2-3 times a week and looking at Yoga on Wednesdays....
Lets see how I go with my latest hobby.
The couple that plays together stays together.

BTW- Who is Justin Beiber?

What I'm listening to today: Adelaide-Ben Folds
What I'm reading: All the pretty horses and Where is the Green Sheep, Mem Fox

Hooray for Sundays.....25/04.

Today is Anzac Day
We walked into town and watched the men and women walk down the main street, and Polly loved it. She couldn't wave enough.
This afternoon we went to Albany Race Track and spent the afternoon punting(and losing) and generally enjoying the awesome weather.
Then we went and compensated our losings by eating a huge steak dinner at Rustlers Restaurant.
Hello great family fun day!



What I'm listening to today: The Last Post-Writer Unknown
What I'm reading: Frankie Magazine

My Poor Shins 23/04

Yesterday I went for a run......Well a run, a walk and a slow jog. I'm VERY unfit. The run that I started off with nearly gave me an asthma attack, and I don't even have asthma! I took Polly with me in the pram and she chatted and sang the whole way, a 4km round trip. I woke up this morning with very sore shins, but I really felt great when i got home last night. Brent says it's the 'Endorphins' and I'll just get better and feel even better the further I go. (He's a running man)
I love the idea of my half hour downtime at the end of the day is me getting some exercise while listening to the Ipod.
This is all about better-ing myself. What they say is true, the only thing that matters is your health. So this is the idea behind the exercising.
Plus, exercise is supposed to be great for your mental health.

What I'm listening to today: The Cream and The Crock-You Am I
What I'm reading: All the Pretty Horses-Cormac McCarthy

By The Way
How appropriate my picture is today
xx
C

"Opportunity is missed by most because it is dressed in overalls and looks like work." -THOMAS ALVA EDISON 21/04

I've found some really good websites recently all about self improvement and self motivation. I find I get so inspired about becoming organised in my day to day life but I fall off the wagon, because as the title of this post says, it all looks like too much hard work.
But I try try try again. If anything I'm persistent!

www.marcandangel.com/2010/04/19/productivity-advice-in-5-words-or-less/
Check out this blog. Loving reading it.

What I'm listeneing today: Big Jet Plane, Angus and Julia Stone.
What a good looking brother and sister.

What I be is what i be - 19/04

 

There are so many things I don't understand or know about. This picture is a perfect example. I mean, I know that the nails are drawn to the magnet because.....well because they are, but I don't know why they do it. And that's where I'm at in my personal life. I've been seeing a counsellor for a month or so now to figure out my behaviours and why I do the things I do, or react certain ways to things. And my god, it's amazing. The psychology behind it all is so interesting. There isn't anything actually WRONG with me, I've just got a few issues that I felt it's about time I dealt with. I've been told I'm "Completely Normal", but I am going to ask my counsellor to put that in writing in case I ever doubt it. I have a wonderful, wonderful husband who is supportive of anything I do and any decisions I make. You should all get yourselves one, they're good to have around.

X
C.

Song I'm listening to today: Not Ready Yet - The Eels

Whenever I'm down......

 

Sometimes I forget the beautiful friendships I have. I am so (here comes that word...) blessed (urgh) to have friends who truly love me. Friends who respect me, and friends who don't judge me.
I have friends who I see every week for dinner, friends who I see for a wine every few weeks, friends who I don't see but speak to every week and friends who I can go even years without seeing or speaking to, but they are still true friends.
So here's to all those beautiful women I have in my life.
And here's to understanding that we can all be a little bit crazy...
x

Open Your Eyes - 17/04

 

I'm back. After a pretty tumultuous couple of weeks. I'm back, brighter than ever!

Last night I went to a gorgeous, gorgeous friends house. Lets call her Mademoiselle. Anyway, I went to her house and as she was still unpacking all her belongings, she had her and her Monsieur's artworks all over the house. I'd say there would have been at least 35 pieces laying around. And I was SO inspired. I got home and got out my painting supplies, had a glass of wine and just stared at it all for a little while....... Can't rush an artist right?
So this is an inspiration picture that I stumbled upon weeks ago.
It really appeals to me. It speaks to me. I get it.
Hope y'all well and happy.
x

Sick as a Dog - 05/03

Well, not really. But I've felt pretty crappy for a few days now.
Heavy shoulders, sore throat, red weepy eyes, very very very tired.
Miss P hasn't been sleeping the best so I think it's just a little good ol' exhaustion.
Hopefully I'll be back on track and will start taking some photos real soon.

He didn't fall....He was pushed! 01/04

Today I learnt a two year old cannot keep a secret.
P and I bought Mr B an Easter egg today and it was one of my personal childhood favourites as pictured above. I was thrilled when I saw her run and grab it off the shelf.
I said to her "This is a special suprise for Daddy so we can't tell him we bought it for him ok?".
P nodded and said "Daddy has to share it with us".....thats my girl!
When B got home one of the first things she says is
"Daddy! Humpty Dumptys here and you have to share with me."