Remembrance Day

Today is Remembrance Day in Australia. It's a time when we all stop and remember those who fought and died in World War 1. 

At 11 am on 11 November 1918 the guns of the Western Front fell silent after more than four years of continuous war.

On the 11th hour on the 11th day of the 11th month, a minutes’ silence is observed and dedicated to the soldiers who had died fighting to protect our nation.

In Australia and other allied countries, including New Zealand, Canada and the United States, 11 November became known as Armistice Day – a day to remember those who died in World War One. The day continues to be commemorated in Allied countries. 

Lest we forget. 

Out and About

Well, I'm still here. :) I now have nine unpublished completed novels. They're been piling up since early 1993. Or there abouts.

I'm not too sure where they are going, or what will happen to them, as I don't have a crystal ball. But here's hoping and praying.

We have finally secured the handover of our block. The new DA came through today, so it's forward marching. We hope to have the slab up before Christmas then a carpenter will put up the frame early in the New Year.

It's exciting. I've picked out the brick etc We aren't having cement rendered, as this home is going to be as maintenance free as possible. With rendered homes they have to be painted. And unlike the house we recently sold, there isn't going to be any timber outdoor areas either. Timber is such hard work to keep looking like new. No timber floors inside, as they need to be sanded and resurfaced frequently. No timber bench tops. Caesarstone is so durable and easy to care for etc. Yah..... :)

I'm pretty excited. We've designed this house as well, and are having shutters on all windows. I looovee shutters. :) I'll post some pics on FB or here when we have something up and running. I just love the area.


Anyhow here are some photographs I took recently. The water was absolutely beautiful early yesterday morning.

So Serene. 

Look who came to visit us. Cool. Aren't they beautiful?

Wild Flowers. They are amazing. 

Let Your Green-Eyed Monster Make You Insanely Successful

A very interesting topic for writers. Although I haven't had that jealously thing, I've felt down at times but always pick myself up and keep on going. :)

When writer friends announce they have a book deal I'm so thrilled for them, always saying my time will come. I've helped quite a few writers along my journey and I couldn't be more pleased for them. It's not a fight, a battle, but one's own war inside, as we strive to attain our personal goal/goals. May we all reach our dreams. :)

Take a look at this post on

There's even a free e-book that I found funny in a strange way, but interesting. :) Why not check it out, especially if you experience that green eyed monster from time to time?

New Amazon Kindle Scout

I've been following discussions about the new Amazon Kindle Scout and find it interesting. They offer a small advance, but it's the publicity that will help a writer get his/her name out there.
Read the submission guidelines with care. :) Here's the link for any writers who are considering entering. https://kindlescout.amazon.com/submit

Submit Your Book

Submit your book to Kindle Scout and be considered for a publishing contract with Kindle Press in 45 days or less. We welcome submissions for English-language books in Romance, Mystery & Thriller and Science Fiction & Fantasy genres. Any adult with a valid U.S. bank account and a U.S. social security number or tax identification number is eligible. Checkout the Kindle Scout Eligibility & Content Guidelines.