I'm a Queenslander by birth and after nearly 20 years in the Northern Territory I've returned to my home state. I've been researching my Queensland ancestors for nearly 30 years and like most Aussies I'm a typical "mongrel" with English, Irish, Scottish and German ancestry.
Last night’s ANZ Ancestry Time chat on Twitter was informative and it’s always interesting to see what people have discovered in their research. Our topic was Church, Parish and Other Religious Records, a topic close to my heart. I’m a particular fan of visiting church archives to find what records they hold – and are … More Church, Parish and Religious Records
Once again I’m singing along (badly) with the Supremes to “Reflections”. PREPARE OR PROCRASTINATE? The 2021 A to Z challenge was my sixth time completion of the A to Z April challenges. This year I decided my theme would be Family Food Fare and Favourites, looking back to our food traditions and habits when I … More Reflections on A to Z 2021
Family Food Fare and Favourites Join me as I dig through my memories, and recipes, to rediscover my family’s food “back in the day” and how those food habits have changed over the decades to today’s diverse and multi-cultural cuisines. This is my theme for the 2021 A to Z challenge. THEN Saturday was mum’s … More Zucchini, Za’atar and ZigZag fruit
Family Food Fare and Favourites Join me as I dig through my memories, and recipes, to rediscover my family’s food “back in the day” and how those food habits have changed over the decades to today’s diverse and multi-cultural cuisines. This is my theme for the 2021 A to Z challenge. THEN Y was silent … More Yoghurt, Yams and Yabby Tails
Family Food Fare and Favourites Join me as I dig through my memories, and recipes, to rediscover my family’s food “back in the day” and how those food habits have changed over the decades to today’s diverse and multi-cultural cuisines. This is my theme for the 2021 A to Z challenge. THEN Christmas celebrations were … More Xmas food and festivities
Family Food Fare and Favourites Join me as I dig through my memories, and recipes, to rediscover my family’s food “back in the day” and how those food habits have changed over the decades to today’s diverse and multi-cultural cuisines. This is my theme for the 2021 A to Z challenge. THEN One thing that … More Walnuts, Waffles and Wine
Family Food Fare and Favourites Join me as I dig through my memories, and recipes, to rediscover my family’s food “back in the day” and how those food habits have changed over the decades to today’s diverse and multi-cultural cuisines. This is my theme for the 2021 A to Z challenge. THEN Vegetables “back in … More Vegetables, Veal and Vanilla Slice
It has become a tradition for Australian and New Zealand bloggers to write a post each year to commemorate Anzac Day and honour all the men and women who served during our two countries’ wars. Over the years I’ve written about family members or other servicemen. This year I thought I’d continue my theme of … More Fill the Billy for the boys: Anzac Day 2021
Family Food Fare and Favourites Join me as I dig through my memories, and recipes, to rediscover my family’s food “back in the day” and how those food habits have changed over the decades to today’s diverse and multi-cultural cuisines. This is my theme for the 2021 A to Z challenge. THEN There’s a paucity … More Upside Down treats and Unusual Recipes
Family Food Fare and Favourites Join me as I dig through my memories, and recipes, to rediscover my family’s food “back in the day” and how those food habits have changed over the decades to today’s diverse and multi-cultural cuisines. This is my theme for the 2021 A to Z challenge. THEN My childhood thoughts … More Toffee, Tiramisu and Truffles
