Somehow I stumbled upon Penelope Trunk's website this morning. Very quickly I read this quote below - which reminded of conversations I have had recently - so I had to share it! Farming is changing a lot. It’s a lot like what you say about how corporations won’t take care of you and you have... Continue Reading →
20 Job Hunting Sites in South Australia
I am back on the hunt for a new job. My four month hiatus was fun, and now I am ready to resume providing my customer service, business support, and/or facilities management skills, experience, knowledge and ability. Yes, that sounded very government - because that is what I have been doing for the last 20... Continue Reading →
Ten Architecture Ideas
It's been a very long evening (and now early morning) searching for ideas to utilise in our next home. More about the new house later; For now, enjoy these ten quirky houses or architectural concepts: 1. Terraced onto three levels, Atolan House is located on the eastern seaboard of Taiwan, overlooking the Pacific Ocean.. 2.... Continue Reading →
Life is Short – Stop Killing
There’s a disturbing number of people who still believe that a deity — one that lives only in their imagination — somehow gives the green light to death. That idea isn’t just wrong, it’s dangerous. For the sake of us, for humanity — not for some god — just stop the violence. Now. We don’t... Continue Reading →
FLASH, IT’S DISAPPEARED!
This Verge article regarding the deliberate demise of Flash makes me laugh. Let me tell you why. About 10 years ago my team manager discussed with me my internet usage at work (Yes, whilst employed with state government). I made it very clear that my internet usage was NOTHING compared to the usage of colleagues... Continue Reading →
When Only a Reboot Will Fix It
Follow the link below to comprehend what it is like to take opportunity from a fresh start. I have recently taken the chance to restart after nineteen years in state government employment. The next 3 months are family time plus business idea research&development time. Then I too will write an extensive non-exhauative list of all... Continue Reading →
5 Good Rules for Children
These are five steadfast rules in our house, aimed at a specific demographic: 1. No TV during the day. Ever noticed how kids and technophobes will stand transfixed?Exception: When Octonauts are used for bribery, or Mummy needs some time out. 2. All food to be consumed at the dining table. The last time I vacuumed... Continue Reading →
10 Interesting Sites (According to Me)
Wow, it has been about six months since I have written anything worthy of blogging. Actually that's not true at all. Truth is, Facebook has stolen my eyes, mind and fingers for the longest time. I intend to steal back that time over the next few months. How can I do this? Well, life is... 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…