When you were five, what did you want to be when you grew up?
When I was five, I longed to be a ballerina when I grew up. From an early age, I definitely wanted to be an author. When I was a little older, I wanted to be a vet, like Vicki on A Country Practice, a popular drama series here in Australia. I always knew I would end up being a writer.
How has technology changed your job?
Technology has changed the way I work to such an extent that I use my phone for just about everything. Because I always have my phone with me, I can use my phone for my writing ✍️ as soon as I have an idea and feel inspired. Who would have thought that our personal computers would become so small that we could hold them in the palm of our hand and use them for just about everything we need Technology wise. It is quite amazing.
How often do you say “no” to things that would interfere with your goals?
In recent times, I have become better at saying NO to things that interfere with my goals or when something just doesn’t feel right. I no longer put up with people treating me in a way that interferes in my life, and I certainly no longer reward bad behaviour in my life. For my own peace of mind, I am getting better at saying no. I feel that as I get older I am becoming stronger and better at saying no.
What is your favorite type of weather?
My favourite weather would have to be the weather we experience in late spring or early autumn here in Australia. I love the fresh crisp morning air and the mild sunny temperate days of up to around 24 degrees Celsius. I like wearing a light cardigan in the morning, and I also love the feel of the crisp fresh air on my skin. I like it when it is still, or only a gentle breeze. I can’t stand really windy weather. Mild warm and temperate is my favourite weather.
What is your favorite type of weather?
My favourite weather would have to be the weather we experience in late spring or early autumn here in Australia. I love the fresh crisp morning air and the mild sunny temperate days of up to around 24 degrees Celsius. I like wearing a light cardigan in the morning, and I also love the feel of the crisp fresh air on my skin. I like it when it is still, or only a gentle breeze. I can’t stand really windy weather. Mild warm and temperate is my favourite weather.
I am writing ✍️ this post as a footnote to the post 📫 I wrote this morning about my most influential teacher Mr Guppy. Upon reflection there is no such thing as coincidence and everything is part of Gods plan for us
I received a lot of positive feedback about that post from fellow bloggers and friends. I have a friend who takes me shopping at ALDI on a Friday as part of my NDIS support here in 🇦🇺 Australia. We have become friends, and she occasionally reads my blog. When she read today’s blog, she realised that we had gone to the same school and both had Mr Guppy as a teacher. We both thought he was a legendary teacher, and both went to his funeral a year after he helped me get into a prestigious government school. Unfortunately, Mr Guppy had committed suicide in a single vehicle accident with a tree 🌳 after his marriage broke down. They played the song 🎵 To Sir With ❤️ Love” at his funeral, and every time I hear that song, I think of him. He definitely took me from crayons 🖍 (art supplies) to perfume. He helped shape the lady I became, and I think my friendship with Sherree was meant to happen. God moves in mysterious ways, and I’m sure that Mr Guppy was born to teach and help as many students as he could. He was the one who introduced me to the John Lennon song Imagine 🎵 and shaped my belief in social justice. Just like the teacher Robin Williams played in Dead Poets Society, he taught us Carpe Diem (seize the day!!)
Who was your most influential teacher? Why?
Mr Guppy was my most influential teacher because he recognised both my writing ✍️ talent and beliefs in social justice and nurtured both in me. He helped me get into a more prestigious government school, which led to tertiary education for me…… He was an amazing teacher who once had written on the blackboard all the lyrics to the John Lennon song Imagine 🎵 and asked us to think about those lyrics and what they meant to us. He was a teacher ahead of his time, who sadly passed away the year after I began studying at the more prestigious school. I have him to thank for the journey I ended up on, and I know he would be proud of my achievements.
What do you wish you could do more every day?
I wish I could spend more time with my friends and loved ones and do more of the things that make my life meaningful, like writing ✍️ and showing my love in creative, fulfilling ways.
What is one word that describes you?
I rhibk the word that would describe me is empathic. I think that my experience of mental health issues and my career working in mental health has made me a better person, with lots of empathy for people. When I meet someone in my life and they come to me to talk about their “stuff,” I try to put myself in their shoes. There But For The Grace Of God Go I is the motto I live by. Having empathy for our fellow humans is important.
What was the best compliment you’ve received?
The best compliment I ever received was from my psychiatrist encouraging me to start writing ✍️ this blog. He told me that I have wonderful writing ✍️ skills and that people would genuinely want to hear what I have to say. My psychiatrist is a wonderful man, and I took his advice on board, and now I love being a blogger.
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