This post was originally published at fellow author, Anna Butler's blog. She had me over as a guest. It talks about how our trips to the USA initially influenced the first of the Nate and Cameron Series, Nate and the New Yorker. I’ve been blessed by the god of travel, and during those journeys I have …
Let’s Raise a Glass
Earlier this year I met a woman on vacation from The Netherlands. She sidled up to me sipping champagne at a book launch we were both at. We said the usual things two perfect strangers making small talk say at a social event. You know, where she’d been before she ended up in Sydney? Who …
Out of my league
This blog was written when 'out of my league' was starting to be heard in conversations here in Australia. I found it disturbing. I'm glad since it's subsided. Seriously? Out of my league. When did this become a thing? I know this was a very funny movie about a decade ago, but to now include …
Being Put On The Spot
I’m one of the lucky ones. I have been in a loving relationship with my man for the past twenty-eight years. We have argued, made up, faced dramas and shared dreams. In Australia we’re a multi-cultural couple. I’m a white fella, and he’s a black fella. And it was his suggestion I write this post. Kevin and …
No Marriage Equality, but We’re Still Together
There's a misdirected leader at the moment here in Australia. Although most citizens agree in marriage equality, our Prime Minister thinks it's his right to raid the public purse and legally challenge the ACT (Australian Capital Territory) on their recent change to allow same sex couples to marry. A little perspective here, please. This is …
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