Motivation isn’t always loud or dramatic. Sometimes it is the quiet rhythm of showing up, the satisfaction of completing a task, or the peace found in structure. I am a creature of habit, I wake up, get dressed and head to work, if I’m lucky I will have time for a coffee. I don’t think about it, I just do it as it’s my routine.
I guess I am also motivated by hope and desire for the future. Having my goals for travelling, buying a house, being healthy, making new memories and thinking of future experiences with loved ones.
It’s a little nod to Wayne’s World, but instead of ‘party time, excellent’ (if you are aware of the cult nineties classic) I will be diving into one WORD each day. It could be something I learned, something bizarre that happened, a favourite word that I have rediscovered or just a thought that won’t leave me alone.
If you’re joining in on today’s word, feel free to use this tag to connect your post to the series: #WaynesWord
Today’s word is CONSUMPTION.
When we hear the word consumption, we might think of eating or drinking but today, I want to highlight a quieter kind of consumption, the one hidden in Artificial Intelligence. To be honest I have only learned of this today and I was completely mind blown! 🤯
Training and running large AI systems uses VAST amounts of electricity. A single model can consume as much energy as hundreds of homes in a year. There is also the consumption of water whereby MILLIONS of litres are used to keep data centres cool, all so our queries, images, and clever answers arrive to us in seconds.
This is the consumption that we do not taste or see, but it leaves its mark on the grid, on the climate and on the rivers that feed those servers.
So next time we hear the word consumption, maybe we can think not just of food or drink, but of the invisible appetite of our digital world. It begs the question, what will the future hold for Mother Earth with all this energy consumption?
I like this prompt today, it really got me thinking. I’m not a huge movie lover, yes I love going to the cinema but I wouldn’t often watch movies at home. I’m more a tv serial kind of guy. However, I do still have my favourites, granted these could change depending on my mood but the below ten are some of my favourites.
Brief Encounter (1945) A chance meeting between two married strangers at a railway station blossoms into a poignant, forbidden romance that challenges their sense of duty and desire. This is my all time favourite! 🍿
Big Fish (2003) A son seeks truth in his dying father’s fantastical tales, discovering that myth and memory often intertwine in the most meaningful ways. Things always my number two film. I even seen this in the cinema three times!
Cruel Intentions (1999) In a twisted game of seduction and betrayal, two manipulative step-siblings wager on corrupting a virtuous girl—only to find that love complicates even the cruelest intentions. This is a classic and one that really reminds me of growing up in the nineties.
Enchanted (2007) Banished from her animated fairy-tale world, Princess Giselle lands in modern-day New York, where she must reconcile storybook romance with real-world love. This is a great feel good movie.
Rent (2005) Amid the grit of New York’s East Village, a group of bohemian friends confront love, loss, and the AIDS crisis while striving to live without regret. I love this musical and we’re actually going to see the live show later in the year, cannot wait.
Chicago (2002) Two murderesses compete for fame and freedom in 1920s Chicago, using scandal, showbiz, and a slick lawyer to turn crime into celebrity. My all time favourite live musical and I can’t even count how many times I have seen this live.
Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back (1980) As the Rebel Alliance suffers devastating losses, Luke Skywalker trains with Yoda and faces Darth Vader in a duel that reveals a shocking truth.
The War of the Roses (1989) A bitter divorce spirals into domestic warfare as a once-loving couple turns their dream home into a battleground of spite and sabotage.
Romancing the Stone (1984) A timid romance novelist is swept into a jungle adventure, where danger and desire help her rewrite the story of her own courage.
Matilda (1996) Brilliant and neglected, a young girl discovers the power of books, kindness, and quiet rebellion in a world that underestimates her.
You can see a common theme here. I love musicals and anything a little science fiction or adventure. I’m sure there are many more movies to mention but that’s my top 10 that I can think of at 06.56 on my way to work. Have a great day everyone!!
Thanks Judy for today’s number: Welcome to “The Numbers Game. Today’s number is 208. To play along, go to your photos file folder and type that number into the search bar. Then post a selection of the photos you find that include that number and post a link to your blog in my Numbers Game blog of the day.
My photos on display are from a trip to Dijon, France two years ago. I was obsessed with the architecture here and really enjoyed doing the walking tour around the historic streets of this fantastic town.
It’s a little nod to Wayne’s World, but instead of ‘party time, excellent’ (if you are aware of the cult nineties classic) I will be diving into one WORD each day. It could be something I learned, something bizarre that happened, a favourite word that I have rediscovered or just a thought that won’t leave me alone.
If you’re joining in on today’s word, feel free to use this tag to connect your post to the series: #WaynesWord
Today’s word is THRESHOLD – because writing is like stepping across a threshold into your own space.
What do I enjoy most about writing? It gives me a safe space to talk, even about things that most people would find utterly uninteresting. Words, doors, flowers, my travels, my thoughts, writing lets me share it all without anyone politely backing away. It is a way to express my opinions, however small or peculiar, and know they’ve at least made it out into the world.
It’s a little nod to Wayne’s World, but instead of ‘party time, excellent’ (if you are aware of the cult nineties classic) I will be diving into one WORD each day. It could be something I learned, something bizarre that happened, a favourite word that I have rediscovered or just a thought that won’t leave me alone.
If you’re joining in on today’s word, feel free to use this tag to connect your post to the series: #WaynesWord
Today’s word is PERNICKETY.
If you are from Northern Ireland, you will have probably heard this word plenty of times.
It’s the word we reach for when someone is being a bit too fussy or particular about something. Maybe you have to use a certain spatula when making fried eggs, or your mom insists the biscuits go in that tin and no other. That’s pernickety.
We don’t ‘usually’ mean it in a cruel way, in fact, it can be affectionate. “Oh she’s pernickity about her tea,” someone might say with a grin, knowing it has to be strong enough to look like tar.
Americans might call it persnickety, but in the UK and Ireland, it is simply pernickety. It is one of those words that just sounds like what it means, neat, picky, and a wee bit finicky.
I would say I feel many positive emotions such as contentment, love, gratitude, compassion etc on a daily basis but today I will go with JOY.
Joy is a burst of happiness, often spontaneous, like laughing with a friend.
Today we had a bbq after work, just the boys. We like to get together once a month or so to catch up but it has been nearly 6 weeks since our last gathering. Today was lovely to enjoy each other’s company with some good food, lovely winter sun, the sound of birds in the garden and lots of laughter over many cups of herbal tea. Pure joy!
Happy Friday everyone! Today’s flower of the day is the Japanese camellia, which surprised me as I thought it was a rose. However, it is also known as Rose of Winter. Very fitting considering it is indeed still winter here in Sydney.
As you can see from the droplets of rain on the flower, our weather hasn’t improved much. They’re even saying now we could have a wet spring. Fingers crossed the bureau of meteorology are wrong. Anyway, I hope you all have a lovely weekend, whether you’re out and about or relaxing at home.
When it comes to goal-setting, I keep things minimal but intentional. I have short term and long term goals and each are treated differently.
Short Term Goals
Each day I jot down my daily goals on a post-it note or in my work diary. It’s nothing fancy, just a few tasks I want to knock out before the day is done. Seeing them in plain sight keeps me focused, and there’s something satisfying about crossing them off one by one. It’s like giving my day a little structure without overcomplicating it.
Long Term Goals
I usually have one big goal in mind, just one. It lives in my head, not on paper. I don’t map it out in detail or obsess over timelines. Instead, I chip away at it steadily, day by day. It’s a quiet kind of progress but it works for me. That single goal acts like a compass, subtly guiding my choices and keeping me aligned. For example, becoming an Australian citizen was a long term goal for me. It took me many years but I reached the end line and boy was it satisfying. I love smashing big goals out of the park and I just take one at a time.
This system isn’t perfect, but it’s mine. It keeps me moving forward without feeling overwhelmed, and sometimes, that is all you need. I like to enjoy life as much as I can without compromising my goals too much.
Happy Thursday everyone and welcome back to Thursday Doors! Today the weather is abysmal in Sydney, very cold, wet and gloomy. Therefore I thought I would show a few brightly coloured yellow doors that I was delighted to find a couple of weeks ago in Paddington. I love how you meander around different streets here and colourful doors appear to JUMP out at you. I was even more pleased that my yellow jumper matched the doors, as sad as that sounds but as you all know, I am easily pleased. As always, do you have a favourite this week?
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I actually cannot decide this week as I love them all equally but for different reasons. They are all extremely quaint and I cant help but smile when I see a yellow door. Ok actually, number two does stand out for me as the outer security door is also yellow which is pretty cool and I love the yellow shutters on the window of the house. Additionally, the sunflowers are very cheery! (I know they have nothing to do with the door 😜).
I have covered this word before on my Wayne’s Word series but it is an ABSOLUTE FAVOURITE in Northern Ireland and one that is extremely overused. Have you heard people using this word?
There’s something deeply restorative about silence, especially in a world that is constantly buzzing and demanding attention. Turning off the background noise feels like giving my mind permission to breathe and helps me to focus and reset. It could be as simple as turning off the radio or closing a door to block out unwanted noise. Quiet spaces, sunsets, sunrises, ocean walks, immersing in nature all bring me peace also.
Thanks for today’s number Judy! I had 4 photos to show case this week. Always nice to look back on some older images.
Welcome to “The Numbers Game #85”.Today’s number is 207. To play along, go to your photos file folder and type that number into the search bar. Then post a selection of the photos you find that include that number and post a link to your blog in my Numbers Game blog of the day.
A profession is a type of job or career that usually requires special training, education, or skills, and is often recognized by “society” as important or specialized.
For example:
Teaching is a profession because it requires qualifications and expertise. Medicine, law, engineering, and accounting are all considered professions.
It can also simply mean the kind of work someone does, for example, “His profession is retail”.
I admire any profession that helps others and that isn’t the most glamorous, for example, doctors, nurses, teachers, physiotherapists. However, I admire most jobs out there, especially the people who carry out certain jobs. I admire their passion for their job, their character and making the consumer feel positive.
I admire anyone who is working hard, granted you need to have the ability to work. I will treat a doctor or lawyer the same way I would treat a cleaner or a taxi driver, a shop assistant or a dentist. I admire those who want to work, who try their hardest to find employment and want to make a difference. Those who have to overcome illness or live with a chronic condition, where it takes all their might to work even a few hours a week.
I also believe a person’s character can be revealed by the way they treat people in jobs that are often undervalued or considered “less prestigious”. If you are rude to the waiter, we’re going to have issues!
If you were going to open up a shop, what would you sell?
It’s a little nod to Wayne’s World, but instead of ‘party time, excellent’ (if you are aware of the cult nineties classic) I will be diving into one WORD each day. It could be something I learned, something bizarre that happened, a favourite word that I have rediscovered or just a thought that won’t leave me alone.
If you’re joining in on today’s word, feel free to use this tag to connect your post to the series: #WaynesWord
Today’s word is WAFT.
Waft (verb/noun) – to drift gently through the air, often carrying a scent, a sound, or even a mood.
If I ever opened a shop, it would be a men’s fragrance boutique called “The Gentlemen’s Waft”. The kind of place where each cologne tells a story, think sleek shelves, warm lighting, and just enough mystery that customers feel like they’ve stepped into an old-world apothecary. Customers would not simply spray a fragrance, they would step into a cloud of carefully crafted aroma, letting it waft over them like an invisible handshake…and I would always smell good after my shift, win win 😉.
It’s a little nod to Wayne’s World, but instead of ‘party time, excellent’ (if you are aware of the cult nineties classic) I will be diving into one WORD each day. It could be something I learned, something bizarre that happened, a favourite word that I have rediscovered or just a thought that won’t leave me alone.
If you’re joining in on today’s word, feel free to use this tag to connect your post to the series: #WaynesWord
Today’s word is FOGHORN.
A foghorn is a gigantic loud horn used by ships or lighthouses to warn other vessels when the fog rolls in so thick you couldn’t see your hand in front of your face. The blast would fairly make you jump out of your skin!
In Northern Irish lingo –
Aside from a real foghorn, we will call someone a foghorn if they have a voice that could waken the dead.
“Oh here she comes, the human foghorn, you could hear her before you see her.”
It can also mean someone who blurts things out without thinking, especially when they’re supposed to keep it quiet!
“He’s such a foghorn!”
You may even have heard of Foghorn Leghorn – he is that big, loudmouthed rooster from the Looney Tunes cartoons, with white feathers, red comb, deep Southern drawl, and a voice that sounds like he’s been raised on cornbread and megaphones.
What is the most important thing to carry with you all the time?
If I’m thinking about physical possessions, I could say my phone. However, if I think a little deeper, I would say the most important thing would be my smile. I don’t have the biggest smile in the world, i.e. with showing my teeth but I would say mine is a subtle and gentle smile, not so in your face.
It costs nothing, weighs nothing, and yet it has the power to change everything. A smile opens doors, softens hearts, and reminds others (and myself) that kindness still exists.
So no matter where I go, I carry it with me. Not just on my face, but in my attitude, my words, and my actions 🙂
Happy Friday everyone! Today I am showing the Aloe Vera flower, spotted in the Royal Botanical Gardens in Sydney. This flower is pretty special as it only appears once a year, in late winter to early spring, right about now in the southern hemisphere.
Aloe Vera – Flowering is a sign your aloe is happy and well cared for 🙂
In this world, suffering is a forgotten concept. Every being is valued, every voice heard, and every day is a celebration of existence. It reminds me of the John Lennon song “Imagine”.
“Imagine there’s no heaven It’s easy if you try No hell below us Above us, only sky
Imagine all the people Livin’ for today
Imagine there’s no countries It isn’t hard to do Nothing to kill or die for And no religion, too
Imagine all the people Livin’ life in peace
You may say I’m a dreamer But I’m not the only one I hope someday you’ll join us And the world will be as one
Imagine no possessions I wonder if you can No need for greed or hunger A brotherhood of man
Imagine all the people Sharing all the world
You may say I’m a dreamer But I’m not the only one I hope someday you’ll join us And the world will live as one”.
It’s a little nod to Wayne’s World, but instead of ‘party time, excellent’ (if you are aware of the cult nineties classic) I will be diving into one WORD each day. It could be something I learned, something bizarre that happened, a favourite word that I have rediscovered or just a thought that won’t leave me alone.
If you’re joining in on today’s word, feel free to use this tag to connect your post to the series: #WaynesWord
Today’s word is GUZZLE.
To guzzle is to drink greedily, no sips, no savouring, just straight-up drinking like you’ve been lost in the desert. The word has a wonderfully untidy sound to it, and that is very fitting as guzzling is not a refined act.
Originating from 16th-century English, guzzle was once used to describe excessive drinking, especially alcohol. I love this word and in Northern Ireland we use it a lot, more so in an over exaggerated way to make fun of loved ones in a friendly manner.
Thank you Judy for this prompt! I love the idea of retrieving old photos, you never know what you might find and the memories they can evoke.
“To play along, go to your photos file folder and type that number into the search bar. Then post a selection of the photos you find that include that number and post a link to your blog in my Numbers Game blog of the day”.
Not surprising that this week’s number 206 has given me a couple of DOORS from my collection. This could be a common theme but I remember how much I loved the houses shown below.
It is 0628 here on A Sunday morning, I am having a coffee and about to go to the gym for a workout with some gym friends. Sometimes I think, “am I mad?” But I really love it and if I can’t do my exercise, I feel like something is missing and I feel sad about it (as strange as that sounds). I know I will feel good for the rest of the day!!!
It’s a little nod to Wayne’s World, but instead of ‘party time, excellent’ (if you are aware of the cult nineties classic) I will be diving into one WORD each day. It could be something I learned, something bizarre that happened, a favourite word that I have rediscovered or just a thought that won’t leave me alone.
If you’re joining in on today’s word, feel free to use this tag to connect your post to the series: #WaynesWord
Today’s word is AARDVARK.
An aardvark is a nocturnal mammal native to Africa, known for its long snout and love of ants and termites. Why am I writing about this animal? I have a friend from school that I used to think had similar qualities to an aardvark, such as a long face and a slow moving attitude. Probably not the best animal to resemble but we did find them very cute and endearing. I think my animal lookalike was a giraffe due to my long neck, equally not as flattering I would say. I think aardvarks are pretty cool as you don’t really hear people talking about them much, they appear at the start of the alphabet and they have a really unusual body type :
– Pig-like body (its name means earth pig in Afrikaans)
– Long ears like a rabbit
– A thick tail like a kangaroo
– Strong claws for digging
– Long, sticky tongue for slurping up insects.
You may also know some famous Aardvarks such as Arthur Read or Cedric / Cyril Sneer from the Racoons.
Happy Friday y’all. I am delighted to say I have that Friday feeling today as I am off tomorrow. It’s not often I can say that as I usually work Saturdays. Today I am showcasing the Chinese hibiscus as my flower of the day, spotted on our trip to Adelaide in the botanical gardens.
A little bit of info – Native to East Asia but now grown all over the world, this flower is more than a pretty face. In some cultures, it symbolizes delicate beauty, while in others it represents fame, glory, and even hospitality. It’s also the national flower of Malaysia, where it’s called the Bunga Raya.
Happy Thursday everyone from a wet and wild Sydney today. I’m staying dry in work but it is miserable out there. There is no Thursday Doors this week but I wanted to showcase this beauty as it’s a red door and fits in with Becky’s simply red challenge for the month of July. This door is from one of my favourite suburbs in Sydney called Darlinghurst, as I am sure you have heard, as I have mentioned it too many times before haha.
Posted as part of Becky’s SimplyRed challenge for the month of July. I love the colour of red with the green surroundings from the brickwork and plants. It’s almost a shame to have the door and windows covered by railings but as mentioned before, it is to enable opening the door and window with the ability to lock the railings. It provides both security and fresh air to flow in.
It’s a little nod to Wayne’s World, but instead of ‘party time, excellent’ (if you are aware of the cult nineties classic) I will be diving into one WORD each day. It could be something I learned, something bizarre that happened, a favourite word that I have rediscovered or just a thought that won’t leave me alone.
If you’re joining in on today’s word, feel free to use this tag to connect your post to the series: #WaynesWord
Today’s word is VINTAGE.
There is something extremely magical about the word vintage. It whispers of the past, of stories aged like fine wine, and treasures that get better with time. Whether it is a classic car, a record player or that perfect op shop find, vintage isn’t just old, it is timeless and classic.
Vintage carries character. It reminds you that style doesn’t have an expiry date, and some things were made to last. In a world that often chases the next big thing, vintage invites us to slow down and appreciate craftsmanship, history, and the charm of things with a bit of soul. The Volkswagen camper van showcased below SCREAMS vintage to me and absolutely oozes a timeless elegance and a very cool retro charm.
Also posted as part of Becky’s SimplyRed challenge for the month of July 🚍
It’s a little nod to Wayne’s World, but instead of ‘party time, excellent’ (if you are aware of the cult nineties classic) I will be diving into one WORD each day. It could be something I learned, something bizarre that happened, a favourite word that I have rediscovered or just a thought that won’t leave me alone.
If you’re joining in on today’s word, feel free to use this tag to connect your post to the series: #WaynesWord
Today’s word is COMPACT.
As per the Cambridge dictionary – compact is consisting of parts that are positioned together, closely or in a tidy way, using very little space. The car displayed below is one of my favourites and I was fortunate to drive one of these when I was last home in Ireland. It’s such an easy car to drive and park, plus it receives A LOT of attention!
A smart car spotted during the week and is posted as part of Becky’s SimplyRed challenge for the month of July 🚘
Today I hit a HUGE milestone (for me) with achieving one thousand subscribers.
That’s a thousand humans (and possibly a few bots) who clicked follow, subscribe or ‘I’m kind of curious with what Wayne is rambling about today’.
From Wayne’s Word to tray bakes, travel highlights to colourful doors, you have stuck around and I am incredibly grateful for that. Whether you have read, may it be one post or a hundred, I want to say, THANK YOU!
This is my 21st day posting in a row and I have to say this has been the key for me, posting often. With creating Wayne’s Word and joining in different blogging prompts, it has kept the fire burning within me to keep blogging. The community here is fantastic for encouraging you and making you feel extremely welcome when the world around us can seem hard and sad at times.
Here is to the next thousand followers, the next word, travel adventure or whatever wonders lie in between.
It’s a little nod to Wayne’s World, but instead of ‘party time, excellent’ (if you are aware of the cult nineties classic) I will be diving into one WORD each day. It could be something I learned, something bizarre that happened, a favourite word that I have rediscovered or just a thought that won’t leave me alone.
If you’re joining in on today’s word, feel free to use this tag to connect your post to the series: #WaynesWord
Today’s word is CHINWAG.
This is a great wee word that is used when having a chat about something or someone, it could be similar to having a gossip but nothing bad is being said. It’s known as a chinwag!
To have a chinwag is to enjoy a good natter or a long-overdue catch-up over a cup of tea or it could be when you meet a colleague at the photocopier in work. It is light-hearted, informal and wonderfully social. If you can picture two old friends bumping into each other at the shops – “We ended up having a right chinwag!”
The word blends chin (the part that wobbles when you talk) and wag (like a tail or in this case, the mouth going nonstop). It has a charmingly British flavour but you can hear it also in Aussie and Irish circles too.
Have you ever used this word to describe having a chat about something?
Aboriginal artwork is deeply significant as it serves as a powerful form of storytelling, cultural preservation, and spiritual connection. Each symbol, pattern, and colour carries meaning, often representing aspects of the Dreamtime, Aboriginal creation stories and the land, animals, and ancestral spirits. Passed down through generations, this art is not just decorative but a vital way of sharing knowledge, laws, and traditions. It reflects a profound relationship with Country and offers insight into the world’s oldest continuous culture.
This image is also posted as part of Becky’s SimplyRed challenge for the month of July 🖤💛❤️
Ok I thought this would be the perfect prompt to actually explain how I came about my blogging name Wrookieschu. You have to bear with me as it’s not a simple explanation.
I wanted my socials and blog to be open to the public but I didn’t want everyone able to find me, for example, my patients, my students or even certain extended family members. Therefore, I had to create an alias.
Firstly I swapped the first letters of my forename and surname with each other, so my first name became Wooke. Then I thought that was still pretty easy and I wanted to add a play to my German side of the family and always loved certain German words, such as Schuh for example. So my name became Wookieschu, however, I cannot remember where the R came from. I also was a huge fan of Star Wars so I loved that Wookie was included.
Chewbacca the Wookiee
I’m guessing I thought the name would look better with a WR at the beginning…and there you have it, Wrookieschu. It has been in existence for about eight years and although nobody has any idea what it means, I really like it so one reason or another.
It’s a little nod to Wayne’s World, but instead of ‘party time, excellent’ (if you are aware of the cult nineties classic) I will be diving into one WORD each day. It could be something I learned, something bizarre that happened, a favourite word that I have rediscovered or just a thought that won’t leave me alone.
If you’re joining in on today’s word, feel free to use this tag to connect your post to the series: #WaynesWord
Today’s word is WISHY-WASHY.
Wishy-washy is one of those wonderfully old-school words that just sounds like what it means, vague, indecisive, half-hearted. It could be like someone agreeing to plans they clearly do not want to attend
“Yes maybe, we’ll see…” that is peak wishy-washy.
It is also a great way to describe ideas that don’t quite commit. A wishy-washy opinion is like soggy toast, it is technically there, but it is not doing much for anyone.
Tucked away in the bustle of Darling Harbour, Sydney, the Chinese Garden of Friendship is like stepping into another world, one filled with winding paths, koi-filled ponds and beautiful bamboo. Built in 1988 as a gesture of goodwill between Sydney and Guangzhou, China, it is a rare slice of calm in the city. You can walk past waterfalls, under willow trees, and into quiet pavilions that feel a million miles from the skyscrapers just beyond the walls. It’s not just a garden but also a reminder that peace can grow right in the middle of chaos.
This is an image of a Chinese pavilion, used for a place to rest and reflect within the garden. This image is also posted as part of Becky’s SimplyRed challenge for the month of July ☮️
Happy Thursday everyone and welcome to another week of wonderful doors. This week I had the pleasure of walking around one of my old stomping grounds in Sydney. It’s the suburb of Paddington and I have shown you many, many doors from here before but I knew there were more to see. This area is a real treasure trove for door lovers and I was absolutely in my element. Let me know if you have a favourite this week.
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Although, I love all these doors, I am going to pick my favourite this week as number one, simply because of how inviting it looks. I also love the little stained glass windows in place.
It’s a little nod to Wayne’s World, but instead of ‘party time, excellent’ (if you are aware of the cult nineties classic) I will be diving into one WORD each day. It could be something I learned, something bizarre that happened, a favourite word that I have rediscovered or just a thought that won’t leave me alone.
If you’re joining in on today’s word, feel free to use this tag to connect your post to the series: #WaynesWord
Today’s word is AESTHETIC.
Aesthetic describes something that is visually pleasing or thoughtfully designed. Yesterday I spotted this fantastic building with a unique aesthetic exterior that really popped against the other buildings in the central business district.
This image is also posted as part of Becky’s SimplyRed challenge for the month of July.
Being a nurse, I listen to a lot of alarms ringing while I work, more specifically, dialysis machines alarming. I’m surprised I don’t hear them in my sleep 😜
It’s a little nod to Wayne’s World, but instead of ‘party time, excellent’ (if you are aware of the cult nineties classic) I will be diving into one WORD each day. It could be something I learned, something bizarre that happened, a favourite word that I have rediscovered or just a thought that won’t leave me alone.
If you’re joining in on today’s word, feel free to use this tag to connect your post to the series: #WaynesWord
Today’s word is FLEX.
To flex is to show strength, confidence, or skill. When you originally think of this word, it’s all about muscles, however, it has evolved into a fantastic little verb that means you are not afraid to show what you’ve got. Whether it’s flexing your biceps, your style, your kindness, or even your playlist, it’s all about owning your power.
Flex your joy, life is too short to frown!
This image is also posted as part of Becky’s SimplyRed challenge for the month of July.
Nestled in 16 acres of lush gardens on the edge of the Illawarra escarpment, Symbio Wildlife Park in Helensburgh offers a uniquely immersive wildlife experience for families, nature lovers, and curious explorers alike. Just a 30 minute drive from our home in the Shire, this is a fantastic place to take visitors who want to see some of the famous Australian wildlife.
Reasons to visit Symbio:
– Get up close and personal with wildlife. Here you can meet and great with iconic Australian animals like kangaroos, wallabies, wombats and koalas.
– Interactive Experiences . You can hand-feed kangaroos, wallabies, alpacas and goats, engage in lively keeper talks, and dive into immersive behind-the-scenes encounters. This is such a novelty that not many other zoos can offer.
– Exotics Meet the Natives. Say hello to cheetahs, red pandas, meerkats, lemurs, small monkeys, crocodiles, alligators, and more. However, as much as I love to see different animals, I can’t help but feel sad that they are here in a foreign country against their will presumably.
– Great facilities including a fantastic playground for kids, a pretty decent outdoor cafeteria, ample toilets and a gift shop.
Some of the animals on show. I love the fact that this zoo is also an animal sanctuary, caring for animals that have been injured and cannot return to the wild. Can you name all of these animals??
It’s a little nod to Wayne’s World, but instead of ‘party time, excellent’ (if you are aware of the cult nineties classic) I will be diving into one WORD each day. It could be something I learned, something bizarre that happened, a favourite word that I have rediscovered or just a thought that won’t leave me alone.
If you’re joining in on today’s word, feel free to use this tag to connect your post to the series: #WaynesWord
Today’s word is COCKEREL.
It’s not just a fancy name for a rooster but it’s actually a young one.
In British English, a cockerel is a male chicken under a year old. Once he matures and starts ruling the roost (literally), he graduates to being called a rooster, the term more commonly used in American English.
So while all cockerels are roosters, not all roosters are still cockerels. This was something I just learned today! We spotted this amazing cockerel this afternoon at our local zoo / animal sanctuary.
This image is also posted as part of Becky’s SimplyRed challenge for the month of July 🐓
It’s a little nod to Wayne’s World, but instead of ‘party time, excellent’ (if you are aware of the cult nineties classic) I will be diving into one WORD each day. It could be something I learned, something bizarre that happened, a favourite word that I have rediscovered or just a thought that won’t leave me alone.
If you’re joining in on today’s word, feel free to use this tag to connect your post to the series: #WaynesWord
Today’s word is DONOR.
The word donor comes from the Latin donare, meaning “to give” and that’s all it is, giving a little of what you have, so someone else gets a better shot. No fanfare, no fuss.
Last night I had some free time so I decided to donate some plasma. It’s fairly easy to do, takes about an hour, you relax on the chair and even enjoy a free milkshake. It’s something small but can mean the world of difference to someone that needs it.
This image is also posted as part of Becky’s SimplyRed challenge for the month of July 🩸
Happy Friday everyone! Today’s flower of the day is the New Guinea impatiens. These flowers are vibrant, tropical flowers known for their bold colors and glossy foliage, originating from Papa New Guinea. These really caught my eye as they look so luscious and if you look closely you can see the raindrops on them as it was a very wet day. Can you also spot two famous landmarks in the background?
This image is also posted as part of Becky’s SimplyRed challenge for the month of July.
It’s a little nod to Wayne’s World, but instead of ‘party time, excellent’ (if you are aware of the cult nineties classic) I will be diving into one WORD each day. It could be something I learned, something bizarre that happened, a favourite word that I have rediscovered or just a thought that won’t leave me alone.
If you’re joining in on today’s word, feel free to use this tag to connect your post to the series: #WaynesWord
Today’s word is LUSCIOUS.
This word is one of my favourites!!! It’s not just for describing chocolate cake or juicy apples, luscious is a word that oozes with richness. It means something that is delightfully appealing to the senses, often taste or touch, but it can also describe a voice, a garden, or even a vibe. A bed of New Guinea impatiens in full bloom? Absolutely luscious.
In the UK and Australia you may also be familiar with its shortened version. People often shorten luscious to lush, especially when describing something rich, full, or fabulous. That garden? Oh it’s lush. Those velvet cushions, they are lush. To me it just doesn’t have the same finesse as luscious so I would rarely say lush to be honest.
Happy Thursday everyone! That can only mean one thing…it’s Thursday doors!!! Haha I only have one door today but it’s a beautiful red door from an area, aptly named Strawberry Hills in the suburb of Surry Hills. Not only is the door red, but so is the light shade and the flower pots. I love it.
This image is also posted as part of Becky’s SimplyRed challenge for the month of July 🍓
It’s a little nod to Wayne’s World, but instead of ‘party time, excellent’ (if you are aware of the cult nineties classic) I will be diving into one WORD each day. It could be something I learned, something bizarre that happened, a favourite word that I have rediscovered or just a thought that won’t leave me alone.
If you’re joining in on today’s word, feel free to use this tag to connect your post to the series: #WaynesWord
Today’s word is LUGUBRIOUS (thanks for the word suggestion, Arlene) – meaning to look or sound dismal in an exaggerated way.
As you know I attempted a batch of chocolate flapjacks today but the oven had other plans. What emerged was a lugubrious slab of charcoal, dark, sunken, and sorrowful, as if it knew it had let me down. Ok maybe not that bad. Although they appeared slightly burnt, they did taste ok, considering it was my first ever batch. In my defence, our oven is extremely hot, hotter than most so I will adjust to a lower temperature next time. I still had one with a cup of tea and it was quite enjoyable.
Made with chocolate protein powder, oats, flax seeds and Greek yogurt (attempting to be healthy).
It’s a little nod to Wayne’s World, but instead of ‘party time, excellent’ (if you are aware of the cult nineties classic) I will be diving into one WORD each day. It could be something I learned, something bizarre that happened, a favourite word that I have rediscovered or just a thought that won’t leave me alone.
If you’re joining in on today’s word, feel free to use this tag to connect your post to the series: #WaynesWord
Today’s word is FLAPJACK.
Have you ever heard of a flapjack or even eaten one? These used to be one of my absolute most favourite treats and I would really love to try and make them but with a “healthier” twist.
Firstly what is a flapjack?
Not to be confused with the American pancake, the flapjack in the UK and Ireland is a chewy, golden traybake made from oats, butter, sugar, and syrup. It is simple and extremely satisfying.
You can think of it as the sweet, sticky cousin of granola bars, packed with oats, sometimes jazzed up with dried fruit, nuts, or chocolate chips. It used to be a comfort classic for lunchboxes, tea breaks, or just when you need a bit of “something nice.”
I have found a recipe to include protein powder, flax seeds and Greek yogurt and I will try to make them tomorrow. I will let you know how it goes, and if it is successful, I will share the recipe. Wish me luck!
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