If Hugh Jackman says Australians are coffee snobs and had the cappuccino before America - then that’s it - we did! After all, who wouldn’t believe Hugh? He’s one of…
Weekends: those magical hours between Friday night and Monday morning. You close the door of your office on Friday afternoon, and look forward to two days of blissful R&R -…
Weekend – What Weekend?
The bell signals the end of learning for another day. Students make a rush for the door, and the temptation to join them is overwhelming. You sit down at your…
The Dawn of a New Tomorrow
The air was frosty cold on that dark, dreary day in Seattle. Like most days, the first decision centred on coffee - the where, not the when. From that decision,…
On That Dark, Dreary Day
When I visit a friend or relative’s home for the first time, I usually ask “Does it matter where I sit?”. Everyone has their favourite chair, or seat in the…
Day 21 – UBC – Does it Matter Where I Sit?
You never know how strong you are until something goes wrong. When life throws all it has at you, you can either crumple, or stand up to it. I found…
July UBC – Day Six – Was I Stronger Than I Thought?
Is my To-Do List specific enough? I like to keep agendas broad, just in case something unexpected pops up. But in keeping it broad, am I defeating the purpose of…
Is My To-Do List Specific Enough?
Meeting? What meeting? What day is it today? Thoughts raced through my mind as I read the message. No, never mind what day is it, what time is it? It’s…
Meeting? What Meeting? What Day is it Today?
The first item on today’s agenda, as always, is Coffee. All was well until I realised I forgot to buy milk while I was downtown last night. Crikey - because…
Oh Crikey, I Forgot to Buy Milk!
My What’s News?Letter (first edition) is about to make its appearance on your computer or mobile device screen. Like all new ventures, I imagine the news will get better with…