Selectively Juggling

What relationships have a positive impact on you? All relationships can inadvertently have a positive impact on the way I see myself, respond to stimuli and act (obviously within reason). As the 8th child of 10 children I have experienced the whole range of personality types within my immediate family, from loving and compassionate siblings…

Beach or mountains? Which do you prefer? Why? My dream landscape is a mix of both. It includes rich alluvial flood plains framing the mouth of a river as it feeds into the sea. It is flanked by white sandy beaches, pristine and devoid of human life or waste. Clear topaz blue water laps rhythmically…

What was your favourite subject in school? It’s a shame that others didn’t take note of what wannabe dictators and fascists did throughout history. It’s a shame others didn’t remember or pay respects to the lessons of the past, and vote accordingly. No, now future generations will look at this period of history, shake their…

What’s something you believe everyone should know. That they are worthy of genuine love and respect (okay not wannabe racist misogynistic fascist dictators – if you know who I mean) Everyone should know that self-love and self-compassion are crucial, especially when we are called to be caregivers for loved ones who may have additional needs.…

What is your favorite form of physical exercise? I love swimming, in fact I think there must have been a mermaid in my family tree. I literally can spend hours swimming, diving and frolicking in the water. I enjoy watching the air bubbles catch the light, as well as the feeling of sunshine and water…

What have you been working on? I’ve been working on a memoir. I’ve also been working on creating a better work/life balance.

What are you most proud of in your life? Obviously I’m most proud of my beautifully resilient kids and family. I’m proud of my garden and the ability to grow fresh produce to share and eat with my family. I’m proud that I am the only one of my siblings to not only finish school,…

What food would you say is your specialty? Gluten free vegan baking is my area of expertise, as I’ve needed to learn and create along the way. I’m also good at making sushi, salads, soups, sauces and cooking with spices. My specialty is making unctuous layers of rich vegan lasagna, pasta and rice dishes.

How much would you pay to go to the moon? There is so much of this incredible Earth yet to see, know, understand and protect, I can’t imagine wasting money on a trip to the moon. I love stargazing and imagining what space is like, and this suffices. I don’t need to pay some self-identifying…

What alternative career paths have you considered or are interested in? I keep coming back to “I should have studied Law”, until I look at how long and how much money it will take. However, I’ve never moved from the belief that perhaps I should risk it all and try my hand at becoming a…