Author: Teresa

Lysterfield Lake

Lysterfield Park is a hidden gem in the outer south-eastern suburbs of Melbourne. I recently enjoyed a refreshing walk there with Jack and some great friends. This is a lovely spot to unwind. I saw people preparing to set sail on the lake, adding to the vibrant atmosphere. Some visitors were out kayaking on the…

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Portugal Souvenir

I love exploring souvenirs while traveling; it’s a fun way to remember my adventures. However, I sometimes find myself spending on things I don’t really need. There was one item that caught my eye for Monday Window, and while I really liked it, I ultimately decided to pass on the purchase. But here is the…

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Divine Magic of the Sagrada Familia

In this week’s Lens-Artists Challenge, Ritva referenced Leonard Cohen’s saying, “Everything has a crack; that’s how the light gets in.” I am also linking this to Debbie’s Six Word Saturday. This quote resonates with me in many ways, particularly when I think of the stunning light and ethereal beauty I witnessed at the Sagrada Familia….

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Market Walk

My husband and I love exploring local markets, but this Saturday, we decided to try something different. Jack, Patricia, and I headed to St. Andrew’s Market, nestled among the gum trees in the Yarra Valley. It’s Victoria’s oldest and most unique market, offering a delightful mix of local produce and artisan goods. I love admiring…

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Flowers at the Wilson Botanic Park

These were taken a few weeks back at the Wilson Botanic Park in Berwick. I am linking this to Leanne’s Monochrome Madness and for Cee’s FOTD.

Tuesday StreetArt – Tabernacle Street 63

TABERNACLE STREET, LONDON I believe that the large area on Tabernacle Street in Shoreditch is known for its rotating ads and murals. At the moment, a fresh San Miguel Beer advertisement has been installed there. BACK STORY: San Miguel Beer has been a prominent brand in the Philippines since my youth. Recently, my son Tim…

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Porto Bridge Window

Looking for somewhere to rest and have a drink or two while waiting for the sun to set. These are windows on the Dom Luis I Bridge in Porto near the Duoro River. I am linking this to Monday Window Challenge

Iris for Cee

Photos taken from two weekends ago during my walk at the Alowyn Gardens. Love these Irises with its vibrant and varied colours, showcasing a stunning spectrum that includes deep purple, lavender, peach and pure whites. I would like to share these photos to Cee and hope that it makes her smile and helps her feel…

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66 years of life

 “Life is short and the older you get, the more you feel it. Indeed, the shorter it is, people lose their capacity to walk, run, travel, think and experience life. I realise how important it is to use the time I have.” – Viggo Mortensen So grateful… I am linking this to Cee’s weekend FOTD…

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Camden Town Seats

CAMDEN TOWN, LONDON Camden Town is a neighbourhood known for its market and its colourful nightlife. And here are colourful chairs that I saw while walking the main street. I am linking this to Xingfumama’s Pull Up a Seat Challenge.

Looking back

I travel because I’d rather look back at my life, saying ‘I can’t believe I did that’ instead of ‘if only I had -Florine Bos I almost skipped this challenge because I struggled with how to approach it. But this quote reminded me of the many memorable moments I’ve had, especially as I turn 66…

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Doorknobs and Door Knockers

I am having a different take for the challenge this week. Here are some doorknobs and door knockers for this week’s Dan’s Thursday Doors Challenge.

Walking on Stairs & Steps

“Life is like walking on stairs; You have to take the first step to reach your destination.” The guest host for this week’s Monochrome Madness is Aletta from “Now at Home” and she has the theme of STEPS AND STAIRS. Here are some steps and stairs from my travels through the years. Let me start with the…

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Tuesday StreetArt – Mordi 62

Mordialloc, or Mordi as the locals call it, is a charming seaside suburb in Melbourne. When I went back there to see the finished murals of the Wall to Wall Festival, I saw this abandoned vehicle. It’s cute isn’t it?

Alowyn Gardens with friends

Alowyn Gardens, located in Victoria, Australia, is a stunning horticultural destination that offers a blend of natural beauty and carefully curated landscapes. As we entered the gardens we were greeted by period carts, oil lamps, flowers and sculptures. We paid our discounted entry since we were all seniors. Then we proceeded to the Autumn Harvest…

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Bayside Walk

We wanted to go to the beach for a stroll because the weather seemed great for it. We decided to pass by this trail of murals in Mordialloc, which we saw previously but then it was still in the process of completion during the festival. It was like this then click here and it is…

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Doors outside Park Guell

Park Guell has three entrance gates. We entered through Carretera del Carmel and exited on Carrer de Larrard. These are the doors that we passed by from that exit. Souvenir and food shop. These are the houses on that road. I am linking this to Dan’s Thursday Doors Challenge

Flowers in Monochrome

Here are more flowers I discovered during my recent walk in Sassafras. I’m sharing these as part of Leanne’s Monochrome Madness. While there’s no specific theme this week, I’m inspired by her focus on flowers. I am also linking it to Cee’s FOTD Challenge

Tuesday StreetArt London-61

SHOREDITCH, LONDON Coloured work by Thierry Noir, on the corner of Old Nichol Street in Shoreditch London. Thierry Noir is a French artist and muralist based in Berlin.

Windows and an Apple

Not that kind of Windows and Apple. These are windows and a Streetart in London. I am linking this to Monday Window Challenge, hosted this week by Ludwig.

Moods from sunrise to sunset

Ann-Christine is the host for this week’s Lens-Artists Photo Challenge, with the theme of Setting a Mood. The mood of sunrise over the town is hopeful and refreshing. Soft warm gold light creates a cozy glow. The early morning quiet adds to the feeling of possibility as the world begins to wake up. The mist…

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Gratitude for the past seven years…

It’s been seven years filled with sunshine, laughter, long drives, cafe brunches, travels and cherished moments with family and friends. I’m deeply grateful to the Lord for each and every extra day I’ve been given. Here’s to seven years since my stroke—a celebration of resilience and gratitude. I am linking this to Debbie’s Six Word…

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Walking the Vibrant Town of Sassafras

Visiting a place I hadn’t been in a while was a true delight. While some familiar sights remained unchanged, many new additions had emerged. As we anticipated, the beautiful weather brought a bustling energy to the town last weekend. Sassafras, located in the Dandenong Ranges of Victoria, Australia, is a charming village known for its…

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Reflections

This week is a themed Monochrome Madness week, hosted by Leanne. “Reflections” is the theme, and I absolutely love reflections! This one is a reflection that I saw close to home. As usual it is from the local wetlands. This one is a random puddle capturing the reflection of the Sydney Harbour Bridge. Many people…

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