Crossing the Crown of the Continent


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  “As we crossed the Colorado-Utah border I saw God in the sky in the form of huge gold sunburning clouds above the desert that seemed to point a finger at me and say, “Pass here and go on, you’re on the road to heaven.” ― Jack Kerouac, On the Road Sometimes I do crazy … Continue reading “Crossing the Crown of the Continent”

Jacinta’s birthday #boom

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If you’ve been following along this blog, you will have noticed a few posts on my family (example here).  We have a what’s app group where we all chat and post videos, photos and any other crazy things that come to mind.  Recently, when it was a family member’s birthday we’d post a selfie.  However, … Continue reading “Jacinta’s birthday #boom”

Part 2: Dreaming in Disneyland

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Disneyland   The happiest place on earth!   When I was a little girl, I loved Disney movies.   I particularly loved Sleeping Beauty.  I watched it over and over and over again. I would tell my Mum when she would tuck me into bed how when I was older and I had a great … Continue reading “Part 2: Dreaming in Disneyland”

Part 1: LA Life

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I boarded the Southwest Airlines flight, in anticipation for the monumental journey that I was about to face.  No pretence lies behind these brown eyes… the forthcoming blog piece/s are going to track the journey of me, my mother and her best friend (all of us Aussies), around California, Nevada and Arizona; all in the … Continue reading “Part 1: LA Life”

Blissful Bali

Blissful Bali

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It was going to be epic…. 4 (single) girls traveling to Bali for our friend Marcelle’s 30th birthday.   Here’s a snapshot of how to do Bali with girlfriends.  Gird your loins, it’s about to get cray cray up in here. Flight I caught Singapore Airlines flight that went from San Francisco (SFO) to Denpesar (DPS) … Continue reading “Blissful Bali”

Blind Motivation


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This is a reflection on the idea, undertaking and follow through of bringing a motivational event to campus.  I will also highlight the impact that The Blind Cafe had on the students and faculty that came.  I warmly welcome any feedback or questions on the event or process of delivering an event that you are … Continue reading “Blind Motivation”

Santa Clara University Students Response to Homelessness in Silicon Valley


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In September 2013 I started a St. Vincent de Paul Young Adult group in Santa Clara University. I did this because of a few reasons. I’d come to America to pursue a degree in Pastoral Ministries (major in Spirituality), and I reached out to different organizations to do some volunteering, similar to ‘Vinnies’ in Australia, … Continue reading “Santa Clara University Students Response to Homelessness in Silicon Valley”

Trippin’ Tokyo

TRIPPIN’ TOKYO

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This is my first guest post from a family member on their recent trip to Japan – I hope you enjoy this article from JP Thor.  JP Thor is a pilot and traveler, he loves to explore the world as well as making dams in the family property.     It was always going to … Continue reading “Trippin’ Tokyo”

Orlando and Miami in 96 hours

ORLANDO AND MIAMI IN 96 HOURS

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One of the amazing things about the US of A is that everything is so accessible.  You can use an app (Task Rabbit) to get somebody to pick up your spiced mulled wine that you forgot was the key ingredient to your recipe or you can travel without having to plan ahead. THIS IS ONE … Continue reading “Orlando and Miami in 96 hours”

The Vice of Violence: 9/11, Malaysian Airlines, Australia ‘Sorry’ Day & the Sacrificial Lamb


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This is a personal response to a reflective question, given by a fellow student in Catholic Social Teaching.   In response to the discussion of whether or not violence is required, or should be considered to keep us safe is a hard one to answer. I believe as a Catholic person it is important to look … Continue reading “The Vice of Violence: 9/11, Malaysian Airlines, Australia ‘Sorry’ Day & the Sacrificial Lamb”