Stop

My car's thermometer informed me it was 37 degrees in a covered underground parking lot this afternoon. Way hotter outside. The radio station happened to be scrolling 'stop'. Seemed appropriate! 
~ A year ago today my shoulder was sore ~ 

The Covers are Blue

I'm currently reading the latest Margie Orford (so far excellent). I've more thrillers in the mix - might read one of these next.
~ A year ago today I got new goodies from the stationer ~ 

Hello Mountain

I spend a lot of time looking at this peak. I see it out of my office window, and always look up at it when I wait to turn at this intersection (which was three times today). Pretty cloud on it this afternoon.
~ A year ago today I was seeing a play ~ 

Almonds

Snacking on raw almonds today. I feel a bit fragile after a nasty migraine last night, and my tummy is queasy from the painkillers I took. I hope I feel better tomorrow.
~ A year ago today I was reading reviews online ~ 

Cheer up!

I love this song - it's so catchy! And only just realized they're a local band.
~ A year ago today I was looking at flowers ~ 

The Genius

This morning I went down to the Waterfront and visited the Da Vinci exhibition. It was really interesting!
~ A year ago today I was having lunch with friends ~ 

Morning Swim

I'm really enjoying my weekly swims this summer. It's well worth making an early start and getting down to the beach before the crowds and traffic get bad. Today was glorious. 
~ A year ago today I my favourite succulent was flowering ~ 

Retired Goods

A friend of mine regularly buys things off this website. I wish I'd seen these measuring cups before they'd sold as I would definitely have scooped them up. So cute!
~ A year ago today my cat was feeling better ~ 

Sponge

I came home to a lovely sparkly clean house today, thanks to my efficient cleaning lady. I don't miss doing housework at all. 
~ A year ago today I was using my cute polka dot shopping bag ~ 

Three Veg

Tonight's supper was one of those meals I had to throw together from the veggies lurking in my fridge. I stir-fried these, and ate them with some bacon.
~ A year ago today I was making the bed ~ 

Circuitboards

My colleague decided to dismantle a broken TV today. It was interesting to see what's inside the box.
~ A year ago today one of my succulents was in flower ~ 

Vandalism

Arrived at work this morning to find that someone had lobbed a beer bottle threw one of our windows. Urgh, what a mess! 
~ A year ago today I was reading historical novels ~ 

Baby Boy Cat

Visited my friend for tea and kittens this afternoon. This is little Button in a rare calm moment.
~ A year ago today I went for a walk on the beach ~ 

Angel Mermaid

This lady lives on the verandah of one of my friend's houses. I've known her for a long, long time.
~ A year ago today I was noticing the razor wire in my neighbourhood ~ 

Tea Table

I met Dorothy after work and we caught up over tea and delicious peach slices from Cassis.
~ A year ago today I was also eating a delicious treat ~ 

Doov

My neighbour's cat Duvet has been visiting a lot this week. He (he's a boy cat!) was lying on the sofa arm when I left this morning and was back there (or still there?) when I got home after work. No complaints from me...  he is a love and I like having him around.
~ A year ago today it was beautiful day ~ 

Lion Heart

I got some nice books to read at Book Club this evening - like this new one from Justin Cartwright.
~ A year ago today I picked up my new specs ~ 

It's Grand

I've been watching a few episodes of Grand Designs. It's really interesting!
~ A year ago today it was my little cat's birthday (if she was still with us she would have been seven today) ~ 

Planner Fourteen

I've been back at work for over a week now, have put a few important things into my year planner - but I can't get my head around 2014.
~ A year ago today I was making stir-fry ~

Boat

Spent an excellent morning at Long Beach. The swimming was superb, and there was a bit of cloud around so it wasn't too hot. Days like this make me like summer. 
~ A year ago today I was sorting out books ~ 

Fairview

My friend Dorothy lives in this street. Fantastic views of the mountain.
~ A year ago today I was giving my cat medicine ~ 

Munching on a Muffin

I went to get salad for lunch and came back with a blueberry muffin. When I'm not feeling 100% (like today) I am completely unable to resist baked goods.
~ A year ago today I thinking about security ~ 

Suede

My current purse. It's a couple of years old now, and looking a bit scruffy.
~ A year ago today my cat was sick ~ 

Octopus

I bought this cat toy to try to get Thomas to move more. Yeah. Not working.
~ A year ago today I was ordering takeaways ~ 

Sofa Slug

My big boy, sharing the sofa with me. He stretches out and takes a whole seat.
~ A year ago today I was reading a funny blog ~ 

Pink & Yellow

My frangipani tree is in full flower at the moment. The flowers look extra bright on a grey day like  we are having today.
~ A year ago today I was drying washing ~ 

Rocher

I had friends over this afternoon - we sat around chatting, drinking tea and eating chocolates.

~ A year ago today I was looking at aloes ~ 

Water's Edge

Back to the beach today, making the most of the lovely weather.
~ A year ago today I bought a new handbag ~

The Chillout Session

I was digging through my old cds today and found this. Ten-twelve years ago I was listening to it pretty much non-stop. It was nice to hear it again.
~ A year ago today I was watching the excellent Boardwalk Empire ~ 

Killer

I've been watching The Killing. It's super-intense. Good acting too, particularly from Peter Sarsgaard.
~ A year ago today one of my succulents was about to flower ~ 

Rosy

Happy New Year! I had a quiet but good start to 2014. Haven't made any resolutions as such, but I do want lots of fresh flowers in my life this coming year.
~ A year ago today I was preparing food ~