Sydney is one of the few cities in the world that can actually pull off a seaside, outdoor art exhibition for the masses. Sculpture by the Sea is definitely an event that brings art to the people.
A small group of us from the Canadian Australian Club attended last weekend, joining thousands of Sydney-siders and many [...]
November 8, 2009
Categories: Australia, Canadian Australian Club, Chris, Friends, Fun, Ideas, Sydney, Travel . Tags: outdoors . Author: lindajoh . Comments: 2 Comments
It was our absolute pleasure to welcome our first International (from a country outside of North America) to our Aussie home. We enjoyed hosting not one, not two, but three Irish visitors. Hailing from County Cork, Ireland, Aidan and Majella Jennings(Noreen and Stef’s nephew and niece) and their friend Lorna Hayes arrived here on Orange [...]
October 6, 2009
Categories: Family, Friends, Fun, Sydney, Travel, visitors . . Author: lindajoh . Comments: Leave a Comment
As always, my baby spoiled me on my birthday. He was thoughtful enough to take me on a little secret getaway. The destination? The Entrance.
Nicknamed the pelican capital, the Entrance is located on the NSW Central Coast where the magnificent Tuggerah Lake meets the Pacific Ocean.The area is known for its pristine beaches and relaxed [...]
September 20, 2009
Categories: Australia, Chris, Fun, Travel, Wildlife . . Author: lindajoh . Comments: Leave a Comment
I may have mentioned in a previous post that I’ve connected with Golden Retriever Rescue (GRR for short) here in Sydney. I want to volunteer and help out where I can because as you all know goldens have a very special place in my heart. I had been looking foreward to this morning all week. [...]
August 23, 2009
Categories: Australia, Chris, Fitness, Fun, Sydney, dogs, volunteering . . Author: lindajoh . Comments: Leave a Comment
Volunteering is commonly understood as the practice of people working on behalf of others without being motivated by financial or material gain
No material or financial gain? Then what is it that makes us do it? What are the deciding factors in making a commitment to invest our time, energy, ideas?
I’ve asked a lot of people [...]
July 31, 2009
Categories: Australia, Canada, Canadian Australian Club, Friends, Fun, Personal Development, Reflection, Sydney, Work, philosophy . . Author: lindajoh . Comments: Leave a Comment
I know I haven’t posted lately, but it’s not like there isn’t alot going on – au contraire! But, more on all that later. I did receive these lovely canine thoughts from my friend and fellow dog lover, Nancy.
I miss my Mr.Briggs and have often thought about getting another dog, but, for now, these heart [...]
July 9, 2009
Categories: Family, Friends, Fun, Reflection . . Author: lindajoh . Comments: Leave a Comment
Forks of the Credit hike with Joanne
June 4, 2009
Categories: Canada, Fitness, Friends, Fun, Wildlife . . Author: lindajoh . Comments: 1 Comment
Have a peek and see why so many of us have come down under! Here’s a link to the official tourism Australia site and the G’Day Toronto – Australia Week celebrations, events, contests, etc..
Come Walkabout this May when Australia Week Canada presents an exciting program of events in Toronto that will showcase Australian sport, culture, [...]
May 10, 2009
Categories: Australia, Canada, Fun, Travel, Wildlife . . Author: lindajoh . Comments: Leave a Comment
Ever feel like you’re life is more like a comic strip than reality? Have I got a website for you! There’s a great site that allows you to apply a variety of photo effects to your own digital photos. Befunky is an easy tool to use to have a little fun with your photos – [...]
April 12, 2009
Categories: Fun, Technology . . Author: lindajoh . Comments: 1 Comment
My first trip to New Zealand was wonderful. The views from the plane from Auckland to Napier were stunning. It’’s a naturally gorgeous country (reminds me a lot of Canada) with fabulous weather, friendly people and great wine that was cheap and plentifu. So, all in all, it proved to be a great little getaway.
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April 8, 2009
Categories: Chris, Fun, Travel . . Author: lindajoh . Comments: Leave a Comment