2024 year in review
This is a bit of a recap of 2024. I will be doing a YouTube video as well, so keep an eye out. This will just be the main highlights, the YouTube video will have a more comprehensive wrap up of 2024.
Don’t forget to check out my YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/@rediscoverloz.
In January we had lunch with the family for Mum and Dad’s 70th Birthdays. It was also my birthday later in the month, and we had High Tea at the Camellia Gardens.
February I got my first tooth filling and a friend drew a picture of Nala, which was framed in March.
Nala framed
March was Easter. Although I did work, I got to have Easter Day lunch with my parents and sisters.
In May I went to Fiji for 5 nights. We had an absolute ball…. swimming and relaxing. Had cocktails by the pool, and read some books! There is a video on my YouTube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y759tBaIzuo&t=2s
I also went to Canberra for 3 nights, where I caught up with some friends, and went to a Christmas shop!
Fiji and the Australian War Memorial
In June, I went to the women’s soccer-Australia v China. I went with my sister and her family, and had a great time. I completed my Doula Course!
July was the month I finally relaunched my blog-the same one you are reading today! I also got my Death Doula Certificate.
In August, I did my 30 day blog challenge. We also celebrated the Horses’ Birthday, and I discovered Scaremail. Check out the link to my YouTube video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kA7f0eZUA00
The horses birthday and the soccer
In September, it was Nala’s 8th Birthday. The Nurses went on strike for better pay and conditions. We had a rally outside the NSW Premiers office! It was heaps of fun! I also went to a PINK AFTERNOON TEA to raise funds for breast cancer research. A friend of mine hosted and we had heaps of fun.
In October, I had a few medical things done, including an iron transfusion.
Pink afternoon tea and Nurses Strike
In November, I went on holidays to Mollymook for 4 nights. I went to Mogo Zoo, and a wine tasting at the local winery. I also spent the afternoon watching some live music at the winery.
In December, I saw the Wicked again-TWICE! I loved it both times! And both times was in Gold Class! In Gold Class you get reclining seats, and can order food and drink to come to your seat during the movie! I am not sure I will go back to a regular cinema!
We also had our Christmas Party at The Brass Monkey listening to a band-The Distractions. A couple of my workmates are in the band. It was a great night of fun and dancing. We even had dinner before the band.
We even had a Secret Santa at work-I got a kitten calendar, eye mask and some smelly stuff for my wardrobe!
I took my parents to see Wicked after Christmas as their Christmas Present. We were going to go to Gold Class but there was nothing available, so we had to “slum it” in a regular cinema!!! We did have lunch afterward at The Camellia Gardens. It was lovely!
So…. HAPPY NEW YEAR to everyone! I hope you have enjoyed the review of my year.
This is the link to my YouTube video
holidays are ending
I have had 2 weeks off from work, and am back to work on tomorrow.
I went to Mollymook on the NSW South Coast for 4 nights. I otherwise relaxed at home. I went to Mogo Zoo, Cupitt’s Winery for a wine tasting and listening to music. A contemporary blues band called The Stayers were playing. They were fantastic!
I also went to Mogo Zoo which I wrote about in my last blog. The Airbnb I stayed at was great. I have linked the place I stayed at below.
I also have a room tour video on my YouTube channel if you want to check that out.….
Wallace Lane Mollymook
pictures of my holiday
Nala went to Caringbah Cat Hotel. I missed her while I was away, but happy to have her home!
So now it’s back to work! I have put in for holidays again in May 2025, but no plans have been made yet!
mogo wildlife park
So today I went on a trip to Mogo Zoo. It’s about a 45 minute drive (depending on traffic), or 64km. It’s not a huge place, and the animals have space to roam.
I have been there once before, but a fair while ago.
They have heaps of animals… giraffes, emu’s, kangaroos, lions, dingoes and meercats- plus a heap more! I loved all the animals!
I walked around to see all the animals, and listened yo a talk on the Lions they have there. A Mum and Dad, and 2 male cubs who are about 1 year old!
It was actually a nice day, I had a coffee while I was there and watched the silvery gibbons have a “fight”. This is a photo of what they look like.
I have some pictures which I will add below! I had a great day… and I will post some videos on my YouTube Channel in the next few days.
i have arrived at my destination
Yay, I have arrived in Mollymook! It tool almost 3 hours to get here! But I made it safe and sound.
The place I am staying at is fantastic. It’s an Airbnb-a studio apartment. I am so relaxed….. I can hear the waves from the beach where I am staying.
I have had a great time so far.
Please check out mu YouTube video of a tour of where I am staying!
my holidays have been good!
I am so excited to get away to Mollymook! I am spending 4 nights there. I have booked an Airbnb, with a pool! It’s about a 2 and a half hour drive from where I live. I go tomorrow (Friday).
I am hopefully catching up with a friend on Saturday. And have booked a wine tasting on Sunday, plus some time listening to some live music at Cupitt’s Estate! It’s a local winery. I have transport booked to and from!
I was also given a recommendation for a local coffee shop from a friend. I believe it’s the best coffee shop in Ulludulla!
I had coffee yesterday with a few work colleagues. It was great to catch up as there is 1 person we don’t work with anymore. There was also a pet food shop there….. and I got a sample as Nala can be fussy with what she eats. I was given a sample of chicken treats, and Nala actually loved it. So I will be back to buy some in the next week.
Nala is off to the Caringbah Cat Hotel this afternoon. She is there for a week while I am away! Hopefully she will enjoy herself, but I am doubtful! She is an “only child” who does not mix well with others!
Nala being crazy!
i am on holidays!
I am now officially on holidays! I have 2.5 weeks off work!
I am going to spend 4 nights at Mollymook in an Airbnb. I am super excited as it has a pool that I can use! And has a garden where I can pick organically grown vegetables and herbs! I will wait till I arrive at the property before deciding on what to cook!
It’s about a 2.5 hour drive from where I live. It is on the New South Wales South Coast in Australia.
I have booked a wine tasting at Cupitt’s Estate Winery. And there will be a live band in the afternoon. A blues band called The Stayers. I am so excited. I have booked a table for the afternoon, and have organized transport to and from the winery!
I was also given the name of a good local coffee shop in Ulludulla which I will have to check out.
Nala is going to Caringbah Cat Hotel! She is an only child, and doesn’t like socializing with other cats! But the Cat Ladies are lovely and take good care of her.
Nala at the Caringbah Cat Hotel.
I have a few appointments while I am off, so hopefully can get my life in order! I have a coffee catch up with an old work mate. But basically relaxing and doing some life admin.
And hopefully recording some YouTube Videos!