Author Archives: Jacinta

Keepin’ It Real

– Keepin’ It Real captures the true essence of family life that I know are fleeting, keeping this mama grounded – If there was an olympic event for procrastinators, I think I would be in contention for a gold medal. … Continue reading

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Singapore Chilli Prawns

Do you love a good spicy seafood dish?  While searching the internet for a dish using the market fresh prawns Greg had bought for dinner, I came across  this Singapore Chilli Prawns (from Not Quite Nigella) recipe.  It was a quick and easy … Continue reading

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This Moment

From Soulemama {this moment} – A Friday ritual. A single photo – no words – capturing a moment from the week. A simple, special, extraordinary moment.  A moment I want to pause, savour and remember. I love your moments too.  So feel … Continue reading

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Yarn Along

Joining in with Ginny at Small Things for yarn along this week. Well I’m sad to say I haven’t come a long way with my lace beret as yet.  I had to pull it out twice, once because I cast on … Continue reading

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Mum’s BBQ Meatloaf

I love a good meal that feeds the family and is budget conscious too.  I think this meatloaf recipe fits the bill.  It has a lovely tang to it and it tastes nice both hot and cold.  This is one … Continue reading

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Wee Folk Quilt For My Wee Boy

Jairah finally has a quilt to call his own and to drag around as he sees fit.  Don’t you just love those cute gnomes and toadstools.  We are fortunate enough to have those toadstools (Amanita Muscaria)  grow in our garden. … Continue reading

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A Little Ray Of Sunshine

We were blessed with eight beautiful days in sunny Queensland this past week.  It was a much needed break from our everyday life.  Each day was filled with many adventures and swimming too.  As it is daylight much earlier in … Continue reading

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This Moment

From Soulemama {this moment} – A Friday ritual. A single photo – no words – capturing a moment from the week. A simple, special, extraordinary moment.  A moment I want to pause, savour and remember. I love your moments too.  So feel … Continue reading

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Happy Easter

Excuse my absence from this space. I have a really good reason why. Will share next week, but at this time I wish you and your family a most joyous Easter, however you choose to celebrate. Jacinta x

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~Nine~

Our dear Scarlett turned nine this week.  She is the kind of girl that can’t wait to grow up, but still retains a sweet innocence that I hope will linger for a few years yet.  Her only present request was … Continue reading

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