Getting my Ariel on: The Melbourne Aquarium

So it was off to the Aquarium this week, Jarrod and it may surprise you to hear that I approached this little outing with some apprehension. You see, where aquariums are concerned, I suffer your classic Fight or Flight physiological reaction. From my time on the psychologists couch (ie. time on my couch, half watching Dr Phil, half browsing Etsy, eating peanut butter on … Continue Reading →

Babes In The Wood: The California Redwoods in Warburton

Mother Nature is a temperamental minx, Jarrod. She didn’t quite wreak havoc on our road trip this week, but she definitely threw us a few curve balls. I became just slightly obsessed with visiting the Redwood Forest after seeing some stunning pictures on Instagram (thank you @placestovisit_victoria)  They’re located about 8km east of the sweet little town of Warburton, which is roughly … Continue Reading →

This little piggy went to market (in high vis and a beanie)

*Theatrical Yawn* Another criminally early morning start this week for the blog. Up before sunrise last week for the Icebergers swim, (click on the bold letters if you haven’t yet read about it!) so when my alarm sounded at 5am for this week’s little adventure, it was sorely tempting to burrow down under the doona (or duvet, for those playing overseas) and … Continue Reading →