10 things in my life right now....
1. Listening
I love listening to music. I love the way it can transport me off to a distant memory, how it can engage my emotions and how it can set the mood for the day ahead. Some very special songs are:
-Send in the clowns: First girlfriend, of a world away, recorded it on a tape for me.
-Sweet Gypsy Rose: My bestie Jude and I use to do a superb rendition with me playing my fake trumpet.
-Boom Bang a Bang Bang: Mum singing in the kitchen.
-How could an angle break my heart: Ugly time with my ex.
-This is the moment: Wedding song
I know it sounds very queer, but Barbara Streisand, Josh Groban, Il Divo, send me away from the routine that can sometimes be called life.
I use to spend 30 – 45 minutes each way, driving to work. During this time I deliberately selected music that allowed me to appreciate beauty and to enjoy my solo, in private, singing career. Years ago I use to dabble in musical theatre. I never ever thought I was great, but somehow I managed to audition and pull off the role. Bernardo (West Side Story), Schroeder (You’re A Good Man Charlie Brown) and Peter, Understudy to Jesus (Jesus Christ Superstar). Some days I still wish I had the motivation, drive and personal belief that I could do it again.
I so love singing knowing that no one is watching. Sometimes I deliberately reach the DIVA high note, knowing there is no bloody way in the world it is obtainable. I nearly poop my pants and crash the car on the rare occasions when I hit the note superbly. I love the fact that when I am on my own I will sing like there is no tomorrow. I am even more courageous when I am sharing a glass of red with the iPod. I have learned to accept myself with regard to where I choose to sing – in private. I appreciate my imperfections and idiosyncrasies because I believe that these are what make me unique. I know I have varied talents – a lot of these are unknown by those around me.
2. Eating
Well, this past fortnight has not been that much better. I have managed to squeeze in a few salads – which I do enjoy. Christmas was pretty much under control. We had a simple fare shared with beautiful people to boot. Nothing overboard, but I think it is purely the fact that there is plenty of PICKING FOOD that is the problem. I am prepared to throw it out there and say that I am going to address this commencing tomorrow. Now that I feel I have made enough excuses the time is right. I shall report back with some positive news here. I am spending tomorrow working out the meal plan and I am going to log some exercise - Me Time! It is great to report that this past week has seen the eradication of hot buttered toast.
Well, this past fortnight has not been that much better. I have managed to squeeze in a few salads – which I do enjoy. Christmas was pretty much under control. We had a simple fare shared with beautiful people to boot. Nothing overboard, but I think it is purely the fact that there is plenty of PICKING FOOD that is the problem. I am prepared to throw it out there and say that I am going to address this commencing tomorrow. Now that I feel I have made enough excuses the time is right. I shall report back with some positive news here. I am spending tomorrow working out the meal plan and I am going to log some exercise - Me Time! It is great to report that this past week has seen the eradication of hot buttered toast.
Next week I am planning on getting some exercise. Here is the Plan
Monday: Walk the dogs
Tuesday: Swimming and walking the dogs.
Wednesday: Walk the dogs.
Thursday: Gardening
Friday: Walk the dogs and Qigong
Saturday: Mowing, gardening and house cleaning
Sunday: REST
They say it does not take a lot of effort to incorporate exercise and movement into your life. So I plan on BOOKING IT IN!
3. Drinking
My morning coffee consumption was slowly doing my head in. The first thing I do in my morning is to make myself a coffee and to head down to the chook run. It is the nicest 30 minutes in my day. Well, not really, but it is certainly a lovely way to great the day. This is followed by another coffee the minute I hit my classroom, another when I get to the staffroom and a few more throughout the course of the day. All in all, I am probably consuming six cup a day. I am aware that this needs to be reduced, but again…ARGH! I am thrilled to share that alcohol consumption is nearly non existent. I hate the effect it has on me the next day. A night of insomnia and a crook tired feeling are too much to ask for. The perils of getting older! Now all I have to do is limit the coffee intake and I shall be a happy man. It is interesting to note that now I am on school holidays I only consume one cup a day. I wonder if it is behavioural addiction.
My morning coffee consumption was slowly doing my head in. The first thing I do in my morning is to make myself a coffee and to head down to the chook run. It is the nicest 30 minutes in my day. Well, not really, but it is certainly a lovely way to great the day. This is followed by another coffee the minute I hit my classroom, another when I get to the staffroom and a few more throughout the course of the day. All in all, I am probably consuming six cup a day. I am aware that this needs to be reduced, but again…ARGH! I am thrilled to share that alcohol consumption is nearly non existent. I hate the effect it has on me the next day. A night of insomnia and a crook tired feeling are too much to ask for. The perils of getting older! Now all I have to do is limit the coffee intake and I shall be a happy man. It is interesting to note that now I am on school holidays I only consume one cup a day. I wonder if it is behavioural addiction.
4. Wearing
I love the fact that summer is here. “If only they could see me now.” All those years ago where I prided myself in wearing labels only and spending WAY to much money on shoes, clothing and aftershave. Now I like nothing better than to get home and to slip into my footy shorts, singlet and hit the garden. Oh yeah…………..I LOVE MY GUMBOOTS and THONGS! I do have to hit the wardrobe and to do some sorting. Simply shutting the doors and running like hell does not cut it anymore! There should be some goal setting here.
I love the fact that summer is here. “If only they could see me now.” All those years ago where I prided myself in wearing labels only and spending WAY to much money on shoes, clothing and aftershave. Now I like nothing better than to get home and to slip into my footy shorts, singlet and hit the garden. Oh yeah…………..I LOVE MY GUMBOOTS and THONGS! I do have to hit the wardrobe and to do some sorting. Simply shutting the doors and running like hell does not cut it anymore! There should be some goal setting here.
5. Reading
I have been manically reading about chook raising. Initially we commenced with the desire to house 6 chooks. Well Holy cow hasn’t that been the understatement of the year. We now have 26!!! We are only allowed to have 20. That said, we have some chick that will not be staying. I have been frantically researching every thing about chicken raising. So read this….
LAYING:
2 Light Sussex
1 Australorp - Oprah
1 Wyandottes- Cee
1 RIR Rhonda Burchmore
1 Lohman Brown - Noelene
1 Ex batteries: Elizabeth
2 Buff Orpington/Wyandotte cross - Pippa and Kate
Total 9 layers
NOT LAYING:
1 baby Chicken Cluck Kent
4 Silver Laced Wyandotte
1 RIR: Julia Gizzard - pullet
1 Ex batteries: Camilla
2 Pullet Light Sussex
1 Pullet RIR: Lucielle Ball
4 Speckled Sussex X infants
1 Light/Speckled Sussex X infant
1 Wyandotte
1 Baby Buff Orpington – Goldie Hawn
Total 17 not laying
26 in total
I have read about diseases, feeding techniques, healthy eating, omega 3 enhancements, correct terminology and exploring the deep litter method. I am also an administrator for a Sustainable Swapping web page……that makes me read every night. Sustainable Swapping - Poultry, Fertile Eggs, Plants, Trade or Barter
6. Weather
I love what Mother Nature is throwing at us. I love the feel of the cool air upon my face when I am sleeping. I love the crisp morning air as I venture outside at 430am to hit the chook run. The days are great, warm, sunny and inviting. Despite what everyone else thinks, here in
The lawns are green, the flowers in bloom and are fragrant and there is always something peaceful to do in the garden.
7. Wanting
Hmmmm upon reflection of last year. I am wanting some parents to take a greater interest in their children. Believe me, I am not having a dig at anyone in particular, but it haunts me that some children I encounter on my journey as a school teacher have very sad lives. No child actually asks to be born. It is therefore important that parents do everything they can to make a child’s life, fruitful, positively challenging and filled with healthy eating, great role modelling and eventful, valuable risk taking. What wonderful learning experiences positive parents can offer!
I also want to work out how I can still work with my wonderful teaching partner. I leave her behind as I head onto a new school next year. Some people make a difference in the eyes of their students and others also touch the hearts of those they work with. MY MEL is simply a person who I am grateful has entered my life. I am a better person and a better teacher because of our interactions.
I also want to complete the mosaic project I have been working on for Graham and Lin. It has been a long time coming with plenty of distraction in between.
8. Feeling
I am feeling slightly anxious as I prepare for the new school year. I need to get my head around a new curriculum, virtual classroom, assessment and reporting regime,
Learning Place and One Note.
I want to feel the sun on my back and the hand mower vibrating in my hands.
I want to feel love.
9. Thinking
I am thinking that I shall endeavour to make a commitment to writing 10 things in my life right now. I can see the value in writing one’s thoughts down. I can see it is a positive means of identifying my goals……being brave enough to throw them out there for all to see and then doing what everyone does in trying to embrace the hurdles thrown at us all from time to time.
10. Enjoying
I am really enjoying spending time at home. I love the garden:
I am really enjoying spending time at home. I love the garden:
- the irises are in bloom
- the day lilies are abound with bloom
- the lavender hedge is a BUZZ with insects
- the daisies are blooming and I have taken 80 cuttings,
- the lily pilly hedge around Cluckingham Palace
- the orchids have just finished their stunning display
- the agapanthus are out
- the bromeliads are with pup.
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