One Sparkly Life

Another beautiful autumn sunrise this morning. Every day I see these balloons, I remind myself that one day I want to take a trip and see the city from the quiet spot in a balloon. One day.... Sunrise from my balcony And on another sunny note - drum roll please............. I have a new job!! Yippee. A wonderful moment happened on my birthday Friday where I got a call to say all the hard work and effort I put in applying and interviewing have paid off. Woo Hoo. So it was double celebration with toasts for me and my new role. More details on that to come as I draw closer to my start date. Needless to say a weight has been lifted and I feel that I am moving forward rather than treading water. A feel some baking coming on to celebrate. Hope you are having a wonderful morning. xxx

A belated post wrapping up the year that was 2014. I mentioned it a little previously that 2014 started well but July to Dec was a pretty challenging time for me and my family all round. From work pressure and family grief by the time 31 Dec rolled around I was more than happy to say goodbye. On reflection there were some happy points but the last 6 months have been one big stress. I learned a lot about myself, my colleagues, my family and my friends along the way. I learnt to listen to my inner voice and trust myself.  I also learnt that your true friends will be there for you through these times and that some people have their own agenda and will step on anyone in their way. That was a hard lesson for me to learn as I trust people and believe in their good nature all the time. I am by no means "pollyanna" about things but I do believe that people are inherently good and not evil. This last year has shown me evil side of human nature. A side of some people I never thought

May was a crazy busy month for work. Two major fundraising events, a birthday and organising for our trip away. Seemed to have fitted in a few meals out with family and friends as well. Fundraising Golf Day & Conference on the Gold Coast Dinner and drinks with friends - Waterfront, Port Melbourne Major fundraising event - Supper Club! Happy Birthday to my Man! (Homemade cake day after my fundraising event) Yep! Sunset from my balcony Sunset on the road to Colac to pick up a cheque from some amazing fundraisers Mexican Tortilla Stack - Just like Mexican Lasagna! Brunch with my Mum Sunday Afternoon Reading Vintage packaging from the Vintage Fair Sunset just out of Echuca Brunch with my Dad 1,000 page views on my Blog! Phew! Lots of travel and stress and whirlwind month. Bring on June and our holiday in the the USA! xxx

The months are just flying past. It has been a busy couple of months with life, work and family. April is always crazy with the lead up to a ,assize fundraising event, easter, ANZAC day and my birthday. This year was no exception. So here is my April in pictures. Feeling way too busy Love this storage idea Mmmm Seafood Laksa for lunch Heading to work for PJ day in the office - Raised $280 so worth it Homemade pumpkin and sweet potato soup Birthday Present from Mum - Princess Highway Homemade Choc Chip cookies City Skyline at sunset Easter Bunny selfie - heading to mum's Homemade sausage rolls Hunting for Easter Eggs at Mum's Scenery at Mum's Homemade Beef Pies - Yummy!!! ANZAC Day - Lest We Forget Relaxing on the balcony Loving this retro style and colour - not game enough yet Cocktails with a good buddy Autumn sunshine from the balcony Autumn twilight Finding love everywhere