I started this post a year ago today, and I've just notice I missed actually publishing it...so here we go! The train from Paris to Brussels is smooth and fast. I was met at the station by Helene, who I'd met when she and Pierre were in Australia and staying at my place. We took … Continue reading Belgium – A Delightful Little Country
Solo traveller
A ROUND UP OF MY WEEK
This week I’ve had the pleasure of working on some very interesting and diverse client projects. I love it when everything starts to fall together, and clients start to notice the difference in their businesses as a result of working with Dragon Sisters. Speaking of business, the new venture of Van Buerle Enterprises is just … Continue reading A ROUND UP OF MY WEEK
A Little Me Time – The Camino
I've always espoused the value of Me Time and today I had a lovely midday break in amongst my busy schedule. I took time out to head to the cinema, unfortunately I couldn't stretch to enough time for lunch too. I went to see the movie 6 Ways to Santiago. It’s about 6 different people … Continue reading A Little Me Time – The Camino
GOODBYE ECIJA
Friday night saw me bidding a sad farewell to the last group of my lovely students who have been a part of my life since last September. I have to admit I shed a little tear (and so did some of them). My walk home, after handing in the keys to my boss, was filled … Continue reading GOODBYE ECIJA
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
A Week in Yorkshire

My last blog post was from Malaga just before I headed to the UK. To Yorkshire to be precise, which is where my mother’s ancestral roots lie. I spent many a wonderful holiday in my youth with my grandparents in the picturesque village of Green Hammerton which lies midway between York and Harrogate. I also … Continue reading A Week in Yorkshire
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
Self care – an essential
Looking after yourself. Taking care of number one. It doesn't always come easily. However, it's also absolutely essential we learn to practice this on a regular basis. In today's electronic age it's too easy to always be 'on', to feel the need to check emails and answer mobile phones with little regard to the day … Continue reading Self care – an essential
BACK IN SPAIN
Today is my fourth day back in Spain; I arrived Wednesday night and have been lucky not to have suffered from jet lag despite the very long trip. It was straight back to work Thursday morning so it’s nice to have this weekend to chill out. I spent yesterday checking out the rebajas - yep, … Continue reading BACK IN SPAIN
Homeward Countdown!
Today is my last day in Spain for 2014 and I’m just a little bit excited about heading home for Christmas. My little suitcase has nothing in it except for my swimsuit and presents as all my summer clothes are waiting for me in Darwin. Last weekend I had the pleasure of catching up with … Continue reading Homeward Countdown!