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Some skills we never lose…

Posted on April 10, 2024 by Heathermargaret

Recently I began watching a series on television called the Great British Sewing Bee. A contest to find the best sewer of a group of selected contestants using a process of elimination each week. Young, old, male and female compete … Continue reading →

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Self publishing, ageing and writing!

Posted on November 24, 2023 by Heathermargaret

I am publishing my second novel Issie Mac in a couple of weeks time. Okay, it’s taken a while, actually it’s been five years since my first book Finding Eliza was published. And I’m not getting any younger. Anyway my … Continue reading →

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Reflection time …

Posted on July 14, 2021 by Heathermargaret

I haven’t blogged for some time. My intentions have been good but somehow the urge passes or is it more that life reflection is hard to capture in words and sentences? I think it’s the latter. Much has transpired in … Continue reading →

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Another year and we have much to do …

Posted on December 18, 2019 by Heathermargaret

Here we are again, with Christmas a week off and a new year looming. Each December I usually reflect on how well I’ve achieved the goals I’ve set for myself during the year. Well, it doesn’t pay to linger for … Continue reading →

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Book review: Boy Swallows Universe by Trent Dalton

Posted on September 15, 2019 by Heathermargaret

This book, I’m sure, has been reviewed within an inch of its book life. But, I can’t stay silent on this one. By far the most challenging, harrowing and meaningful book I can remember reading in a long time. And … Continue reading →

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Determination and grit…

Posted on July 17, 2019 by Heathermargaret

A few weeks ago my sister completed a half marathon. It’s her second in two years. She ran it over a challenging course in terrible conditions, rain and cold. The trail was difficult, slippery and murky. Anyway, I was super … Continue reading →

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For the love of the Irish

Posted on May 3, 2019 by Heathermargaret

I’ve just returned from Ireland, you know, the evergreen place that captures the imagination of so many. Even without Irish heritage, unlike my husband who’s ancestry is all things Irish, I’ve learnt to love the place. But despite the rich … Continue reading →

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What our stories tell us

Posted on October 18, 2018 by Heathermargaret

This year, I’ve been preoccupied with publishing my first novel, Finding Eliza. Actually, it has taken over my life, every day there have been numerous emails to answer, events to attend and decisions to make. It’s been a stimulating  time … Continue reading →

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Book launch in the little town of Majorca

Posted on April 25, 2018 by Heathermargaret

It was a beautiful day in the tiny township of Majorca. The sun shone and a sense of Autumn drifted across the small hall. The afternoon tea tables were weighed down with scones, slices and cheese platters whilst the finger … Continue reading →

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Finding Eliza book launch…

Posted on March 12, 2018 by Heathermargaret

I’m excited to let everyone know that my book ‘Finding Eliza’ is to be launched at 2pm on Sunday 22nd April 2018, at the Majorca Hall in Majorca (Central Victoria).  This story has been a long time coming. It’s changed as … Continue reading →

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