Willa noticed this sign on the Perth subway train: Everyone on this train is different, with a different life, a different story. Just like you. But you’re all here together, sharing the ride. That means you need to think about each other for a … [Continue reading] about Show your good side.
Second Stage?
Oh hello Frustration, AKA second stage of culture shock. There you are, you scheming, handsome devil. Welcome to our home. Would you like a glass of wine? No? Is that because there’s a COCKROACH THE SIZE OF A FUN-SIZE SNICKERS BAR ON THE EDGE OF YOUR … [Continue reading] about Second Stage?
Nigel the Piano Man
Last Friday morning, I called Nigel, the man in Perth who will rent you a piano and deliver it to your house the same day. We had a piano by 2:30 that afternoon. It is difficult for me to say this, and probably even more difficult for Dave to hear … [Continue reading] about Nigel the Piano Man
The Break down of the Breakdown
So I had a bit of a breakdown last night. After a dinner of pesto, salad with Simone’s Famous Dressing, and Tim Tams, the girls went to bed around 7:30pm and Dave and I plopped down on our TEMPORARY couch to begin working towards our goal of watching … [Continue reading] about The Break down of the Breakdown
Signs that we are in an Australian public school
Uniforms. Sunblock and uniform hats are required for recess. “No hat, no play.” Swim lessons are part of the curriculum. Simone has a swim lesson every day for two weeks. Willa will have her swim lessons next month. The after school program is … [Continue reading] about Signs that we are in an Australian public school