Thoughts, Stories & Reflections by Stephen Mitchell
Observations on Being a Weekend Father, Creating New Memories & Figuring Life Out
A few days ago, I shared a short video showing the scale of the corella flocks around both the Kingscote and Parndana Campuses, and now into the surrounding streets and trees. Thousands of birds. Eating, sleeping, shitting, squabbling, and procreating like they’ve signed a long-term lease. Every evening they descend on the grass, roost in... Continue Reading →
This week brings an improved version of an illustration, created especially to fund and support my new program All Aussie Artists. My radio show - broadcast every Tuesday night from 6pm to 8pm on Kangaroo Island’s 5KIxFM90.7 Community Radio Station - is all about giving homegrown musicians a proper spotlight, and building a playlist that... Continue Reading →
Way back in 2008 I first published these five days on Kangaroo Island under separate articles. Last night I decided to put them all together and publish as one. It's really just a bunch of written journal entries, talking about that weekend Sarah and I helped her parents moved their life from a farm at... Continue Reading →
Exciting news! Brace yourselves for a time-honored tradition: My epic 6-hour New-Years-Eve Music Extravaganza is happening again this year (2023) on 5KIxFM90.7 ! Every year, since 2017, I've been curating a playlist of anthemic and awesome music to bring in the new year, blending Australian tunes, AMRAP hits, and timeless rock'n'roll anthems. Get ready for... Continue Reading →
In late 2016, our family embarked on an incredible journey to Kangaroo Island. For my wife, it was a homecoming, a return to her roots, plus to manage her honey business. For me, it was nothing short of a thrilling, grand adventure. Not only was I able to start a small successful business, I realised... Continue Reading →
This article is 'Part 2, Episode 1 of 3 (maybe 5)' of "The FinePix XP130": But not really. Let me explain that better… Tonight my family are going to check out the lights at George's Castle because it is lit up with 52,000 coloured lights and many in the most amazingly insane way. George has... Continue Reading →
As I sit here reminiscing about the past, I can't help but smile, all thanks to the infectious energy of my now 8-year-old son who has a knack for injecting life with a playful attitude. It's amazing how children can inspire us to embrace the joy in the simplest of things. Cast your mind back... Continue Reading →
In early 2017, soon after moving to Kangaroo Island, I saw an advertisement in the local newspaper (" The Islander ") asking for people interested in becoming a weekly Radio Presenter at 5KIxFM90.7 Community Radio. Within a week I had decided that pop rock from the 1980's onward was going to be my style. It... Continue Reading →
When you are young, save money. If you have a job where you have sufficient income to save money, do so. When the time is right, invest in property. Become a landlord. Being a landlord humbles you; it reminds you of how you once had it, or maybe your parents had it whilst you grew... Continue Reading →
Every time I get a new device I test it rigorously before considering buying any new accessories. After two days of shooting with a Fuji FinePix XP130, I am ready to buy a charging/download cable, three spare batteries, two 64GB memory cards, and a small carry bag. Love to build a handgrip similar to GoPro... Continue Reading →
Since acquiring a new home on Kangaroo Island I have been keen to establish a vegetable garden. It's a WIP as I am building the chicken run first. It will include egg- and poo-collection containers that can be easily extracted and returned. Currently I am seeking 120 bricks - clinkers, pavers, building, other - to... Continue Reading →
Buying a card for your friend, spouse, child and/or boss is difficult. So I have put together a small selection of cards you should buy in bulk so you are prepared for any crisis. 1. Your loved one needs cheering up after a long hard day in the office? A single rose should do it.... Continue Reading →
Thoughts, Stories & Reflections by Stephen Mitchell 
[…] with XXY, and alone now, has taught me that my brain is wired differently to most – yet I…
[…] Living with XXY, and alone now, has taught me that my brain is wired differently to most – yet…