The little box here on WordPress is telling me it's a month since I've written anything here. Where has the time gone? Actually, I do know. I've been kept busy with the business side of things. It's been interesting times as I've been grappling with learning more about new fangled way of doing things. It's … Continue reading Ramblings
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Exploring the Albayzin – Granada, Spain
The school year is drawing to a close, at least here in Europe, which means so too is my time here in Spain. I'm making the most of the last few weekends and have been to Granada, Cordoba and Seville this month. Distances are not as vast as at home in Australia, so even though … Continue reading Exploring the Albayzin – Granada, Spain
Granada Part 2 – The Alhambra
The Alhambra must surely be the jewel in the crown of Andalucia, a province that is rich with monuments, yet there is something that extra bit special about this historic citadel that overlooks the city of Granada. Nestled against the breathtaking backdrop of the snow-capped Sierra Nevada, the Alhambra, rises as a majestic fortress over … Continue reading Granada Part 2 – The Alhambra
Granada Part 1 – evoking memories of my childhood
My recent weekend in Granada (1st weekend in May) was a poignant reminder of my Middle Eastern childhood. A lot of things here in Spain remind me of the days in the Middle East – gas stoves, flat roofs where washing gets hung out and kids play, cobbled streets, fresh fruit and vegetable stalls, sunflower … Continue reading Granada Part 1 – evoking memories of my childhood
My Princess – 21 Today
On 26th May 1994, in the beautiful city of Darwin, amongst cool tropical breezes and gorgeous pink bougainvillea plants and frangipani scented air, a little precious bundle was born. At 3.20 in the afternoon a little girl came into the world. She was a very special girl, a princess! My Princess - a wonderful gift … Continue reading My Princess – 21 Today
SOME OF MY LATEST SCRIBBLES
I'm loving being able to spend more and more time writing. The Simple Team Meetings blog is one of the sites that I've made a number of contributions to recently. If you're interested, please pop on over and take look as there are some great tips, ideas and advice not just on the business side … Continue reading SOME OF MY LATEST SCRIBBLES
Setting a course for happiness
I've been a bit busy since my return from Granada and not had much time for personal blogging. However, I have been busy writing for my clients and just written this article on Happiness, as part of a self-care series, which appeared on the Simple Meetings website. You may like to check it out. The … Continue reading Setting a course for happiness
Granada – here I come!
I've dreamt of visiting Granada since I was a young girl reading novels set in the days of Muslim rulers, and then in the period of Isabella of Spain. My dream is finally coming true! Getting organised to make this trip has been no mean feat! Student timetables had to be rejiggled so I could … Continue reading Granada – here I come!
Malaga – a city of contrasts
The drive from my current home town of Ecija to Malaga yesterday was. much to my surprise, so picturesque. Very green, peppered with olive groves, scenic hill tops dotted with the occasional houses, dramatic drops and finally the views of the Mediterranean sea sparkling in the distance. A big shout out and thank you to … Continue reading Malaga – a city of contrasts
Happiness
"People will forget what you did, people will forget what you said, but people will never forget how you made them feel." Maya Angelou Some people are naturally happy. I’m fortunate to be one of those individuals who is generally optimistic and happy. For others, it's more difficult and that’s where small gestures can make … Continue reading Happiness
Michelle Hanton OAM 