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I began my working career as a reluctant potato peeler whilst waiting to commence my training as a student nurse. On completion I worked mainly in intensive care/coronary care; finishing my hospital career as clinical nurse educator in intensive care. A life changing period as a resort owner/manager on the island of Tanna in Vanuatu was followed by recovery time as a farmer at Bucca Wauka. Having discovered I was no farmer and vowing never again to own an animal bigger than myself I took on the Barrington General Store. Here we also ran a five star restaurant. Working the shop of a day 7am - 6pm followed by the restaurant until late was surprisingly more stressful than Tanna. On the sale we decided to retire and renovate our house with the help of a builder friend. Now believing we knew everything about building we set to constructing our own house. Just finished a coal mine decided to set up in our backyard. Definitely time to retire we moved to Queensland. I had been writing a manuscript for some time. In the desire to complete this I enrolled in a post grad certificate in creative Industries which I completed 2013. I followed this by doing a Master of Arts by research graduating in 2017. Now I live to write and write to live.
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Bringing in the Harvest: 99 Word Flash Fiction
The men’s life was easy. As the drugs wore off their women were beside them to satisfy any need that may arise. During the day when their women were at the gardens, they wandered aimlessly, cursing the missionaries. What the … Continue reading
Advance Warning: I’m hosting a Writing Competition
It is Rodeo time. Carrot Ranch is set to party and I’m joining in as one of the 8 competition leaders. Each competition has its own leader, its own set of rules and own topic. Out of eight there is … Continue reading
Reading the lines: Three Line Tales, Week 86
Justin lifted his head from the book, amazement written on his face. “Wow!” “Justin’s found the wonder of books” his dad called to his wife. Justin pointed. His Dad’s gaze followed. “Shit! Not books. Bella’s at the clothesline.” In response … Continue reading
Riptide: 99 Word Flash Fiction
The heat shimmered off the sand. The beach filled with holiday makers craving the coolness of the sea. From his lofty perch Angelo watched, and listened for languages. “C’mmon mate.” No need to worry about them. “Con rapidez. Vamos a … Continue reading
The Show must Go on: Three Line Tale week 85
His audience sat silent, captivated by Otto’s rendition of the Fairy Princess. The unexpected explosion of fairy dust caused a collective “oooh” from the audience and a sharp intake of breath from the performer as the stardust left his eyes … Continue reading
Busy: 99 word Flash Fiction
Dahlia and Rhonda sipped their coffee as they chatted not glancing in Bee’s direction. Yawning, Dahlia swung her legs onto the table. “I’m tired.” “Why? What have you been doing?” “Nothing. You almost finished Bee?” “No. I’ve got tables … Continue reading
Spell: 99 Word Flash Fiction
The Macquarie dictionary is the dictionary of choice for Australians as it is resourced in Australia using Australian vernacular. It too will be different from the Oxford dictionary as it will sometimes determine that in Australia we have adopted the … Continue reading
Escape: 99 Word Flash Fiction
“Who are we today? Queen Victoria? Cleopatra? Maybe Mae West?” “What are you? Stupid? My name is Dorothy Follett.” “So you’re yourself today Dottie. Thats one for the books. Here’s your pills.” “I don’t want any pills. I don’t need … Continue reading
He She and It: Book Review and 99 word flash fiction
This book turned up on my ipad kindle and I don’t know from where or how. I do know I didn’t pay for it so perhaps it was a promotional time on Amazon or perhaps it had been recommended to … Continue reading
Ripe for Picking: 99 Word flash Fiction
“I said bring your bog boots.” “Should’ve told me I’d need clothes for the Arctic as well. I may have listened to you then.” “It’s summer. Not that cold. Don’t be a wuss.” “It’s not the cold that’s getting me. … Continue reading