What's Happening?

The remnants of Christmas chocolates sit forlorn in the refrigerator and we have moved on to discussions about what we want to do on Australia Day (26th Jan). Last year we packed a picnic and sat on the beach.

The school holiday break is almost over and we are talking about buying school shoes and books.

I've been sticking to my resolve to exercise every day, by walking Jess each morning and practicing Yoga in the afternoon. I really enjoy getting up early, you fit so much more into your day.

So after a restful holiday, the weeds are long in the front garden, the vine on the back deck is waving long, disobedient tendrils at me and it is time for me to get back to work.

Optimism

"Even if I knew that tomorrow the world would go to pieces, I would still plant my apple tree" Martin Luther

If you've been feeling downhearted about global warming, if you are anxious about growing older, have ever wondered about what lies beyond our cosmic horizon or wondered whether human intelligence can be increased, it may be time to visit World Question Center and hear what the Cosmologists, Biologists, Psychologists etc have to say.

The big question for 2007 is: "What are you optimistic about? Why?"
The World Question Center has been described by daily good as "a stimulating compilation of answers representing high-powered optimism from 160 thinkers and scientists, speaking on topics such as cancer, solar power, climate and culture"

I found it really stimulating too, and yes, the answers make you think more optimistically about our future on this planet. With 160 answers to get your head around, there is a lot to browse through, but it's worth it. It is good to know that there are people out there who are confident that we are actually evolving into a better world.

Pics

Due to the fact that I have been a bit despondent about my photo taking recently, I pulled out a couple of good ones that I have taken, just to remind myself that I can do it. This is our cat Phoebe, a Burmese/Persian cross. She has an abrasive personality and dislikes affection of any kind (except meal times!) Her saving grace is that she is quite a pretty cat, so we persevere with her. She had been rolling in the sandy soil and paused to allow me to take this pic.I always take this basket to the beach with me. It is made out of African elephant grass and is very strong and you can fit all the essentials in it, a bit like a Mary Poppins bag. Unfortunately my umbrella won't fit!