Monthly Archives: December 2017

Letter Writing

Posted on 31 December 2017 by Di Hill

The Decline of  Letter Writing It is so sad that there is little letter writing these days.  And Christmas Cards are also in decline.  I was a great letter writer and had several pen pals when in my teens. Sadly … Continue reading →

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End of Year, Beginning of New Year

Posted on 27 December 2017 by Di Hill

It is almost the end of year 2017.  Time to reflect and plan the beginning of a New Year. House Sitting Again I am house sitting at Clayfield – just a few short kilometers from the centre of the Brisbane CBD.  A … Continue reading →

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Companion Dogs

Posted on 21 December 2017 by Di Hill

Dachshunds – my kind of companion dog. I do miss my dogs. Maybe one day I will have a companion dog again! For years we had miniature long-haired dachshunds in our lives.  I loved them.  I would love to have … Continue reading →

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Solo Living Challenges

Posted on 17 December 2017 by Di Hill

Solo Living One of the reasons for working on the SoSeW project is that being solo for quite a while, I am learned of the many challenges of living solo. Women generally have more challenges than men – but more … Continue reading →

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Risking Arms and Legs on Dashboard in Cars

Posted on 3 December 2017 by Di Hill

What are they thinking with their feet on the dashboard? Yesterday, I went with my daughter as she delivered her daughter and friend to a party.  On the way, we passed a car where the passenger was playing on her … Continue reading →

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