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I bought this doll (from the Op Shop) to hack into her skirt … but now I find myself quite liking her.

She’s only half a doll. Why does a company make a half doll? I really want to know more & Mr Google just keeps turning up those porcelain ones. He’s not been much help on this one.

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It’s really piling up now (& starting to feel intimidating).

I read Goodnight Mr Tom on the Darwin trip. I’m not sure how I missed this book as a kid/teenager. I remember it being a pretty big deal but I think I was all worn out after The Silver Sword (which I loved).

I confess to being a bit nervous about Mr Tom. I’m supposed to be reading it with Grade 5 during this term. There is one part (& you know what it is if you’ve read it) which was quite shocking & I think quite a lot to take if you’re 10 but I really truly loved this book. It’s a fabulous read.

I zipped through “Addition” in record time. I loved this book. Although I don’t have an affiliation with numbers I could totally relate to the rule thing. This book served to remind me that really I’m just teetering on the edge. I’d only need a little nudge (that’s not a challenge – just in case you were wondering).

The remainder of the pile is untouched…I think I’m going with “In Ecstasy” next.

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I’ve said before that I am not the master of my own destiny when it comes to music. The date does it all.

He’s in Queensland so I thought I’d share what I’m listening to in his absence:

1981 Over the Top on vinyl.

Fun! The kids & my Friday night mates enjoyed it too.

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It goes without saying that my favourite craft shop is the Op Shop.

I’ve imposed pretty strict rules on myself in regards to my crafting materials.

Every once in a while I need to buy various craft supplies that are not readily available at Oppies.

Much to my delight, I’ve recently discovered Mardion Haberdashery. It’s an absolute gem of a place. Everything that Spotty or Lincraft could/would ever hope to sell & all jammed into a tiny little treasure trove.

Owned & run by Ken who refers to everyone as “my friend”. I love a visit to Mardion & I’m pretty confident you’d love it too.

You can read my review on Craft City Melbourne.

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cleansing in preparation for a fresh new week.

This is how I spend my Sunday evening.

Freshly washed hair & sweet smelling well scrubbed smalls. Lovely.