Well, my worst fear has come true. I have pneumonia and I have been put in hospital.

I love to meet new people, and when it is unexpected it is extra fun.

It was our ‘exploring the markets’ day and we went for a trip to the Cabao Farmers Market. Definitely the best wet market I have been to here.

Jumping in puddles and playing in the rain are just a normal part of life in Australia. Over here in The Philippines it is not.

A boring Sunday. The rain pours, the football is on, the dog is asleep.

A vignette about a morning I recently had.

I am feeling settled now, like I know what I am doing here. I know how to find things, I understand how this place works a bit better. It is time to get back to business at home. The kids and I have been doing some craft, we have been to a museum and I have tackled getting my toddler off her dummy.

Sometimes when people talk about their best friends and their shared history, I wish I could have that same experience. Having that one person who has been in my life…

My new normal at the moment, is managing my time while the children are in Summer School. I am sick, and feeling the challenges of not having a car to get around in.

A post for Friday Reflections on being authentic and living true to your values.