strange sight

I went for a walk this morning and saw... a sofa!

By the end of the day it had been removed - not sure by whom. 


I also went to the Vinnies monster garage sale and bought some bargain winter clothes. I went with a friend (also an experienced op-shopper) who got some great shoes. Definitely worth a look if you are thinking of going. 


On the jobs front, I've applied for one and working on another application for one that sounds very possible. There are more applications due next week for some interesting positions. And the temp agency has put my cv in for a couple of jobs too. 

misty

This morning we awoke to discover our view had disappeared. It looked beautiful and wasn't that cold. We had a walk around the lake before breakfast. The fog still hadn't lifted by 8 am. 

Smiley face stencil, Lake Ginninderra

Yesterday, the bottle brush was attracting crimson rosellas. 

I met a friend for coffee at Silo and had the most incredible peach brulee for morning tea. The place is well known for its superior bakery goods and a bit of attitude. Both up to a high standard this morning. 


I've been looking for an entertainment unit (second hand) and went back for a second look at one I saw at the Salvos at Fyshwick. I'm still undecided but while there picked up a silk skirt and a new rashie ($1 each) and a beautiful vase for just $2. And a book. Just one. If you go there make sure you check out the separate 'bargain basement' downstairs. 

apply now

The weather continues to be excellent. M and I just went for a walk and it's so balmy. I even had a swim this afternoon! Been tackling job applications. Many of the government departments now use Lominger competencies for selection criteria with inspiring headings like 'Achieves results' or 'Communicates with influence.' Of course I'm finding job seeking tremendously enjoyable...

follow the sun

The weather has been fantastic the last couple of days. On Friday I went for a walk around Lake BG with a friend plus pooch. The trees around the lake have grown a lot in the last few years so it looks quite different, and there is a a coffee kiosk lakeside, just down from the flag avenue. We had an affagato there post walk - delicious. 

A chalk art riff on Blue Poles

Then I came home to meet Mr Telstra. The phone here is connected - but not by us - which is causing strange and annoying problems. So no landline as yet. 

stencil art at Ainslie shops

Today we did the markets, including Fyshwick, which was much better than I remembered. Then the usual domestic duties blah blah (bring back the maids!).

The architecture around here is so angular. I'm reminded of Howard Arkley or Jeffrey Smart paintings. There is a particular corner where birds seem to like perching to have a squawk.