Curb Appeal Beach Cottage

With an awesome backyard~

The PERK !!!

This is the house we did get - and couldn't be more pleased! Four blocks from the ocean :)

Only another 10 days and we'll be there - Can't wait! :)

Fingers Crossed :)))

 http://myproperty.raywhite.com/PropertyDetails.aspx?id=820680
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So excited to be going to Brisbane - House hunting awaits! :))))

Ray White - 60 Amersham Street, KIPPA-RING QLD 4021 (ID 815835)

Ray White - 60 Amersham Street, KIPPA-RING QLD 4021 (ID 815835)

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Ray White - BANKSIA BEACH QLD 4507 (ID 817308)

Ray White - BANKSIA BEACH QLD 4507 (ID 817308)

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Ray White - BORONIA HEIGHTS QLD 4124 (ID 810660)

Ray White - BORONIA HEIGHTS QLD 4124 (ID 810660)

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Ray White - 6A Vicki Street, REDBANK PLAINS QLD 4301 (ID 814707)

Ray White - 6A Vicki Street, REDBANK PLAINS QLD 4301 (ID 814707)

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At Deception Bay, a beautiful suburb of Brisbane - two blocks from the waterfront is this very nicely redone 3 bed 1 bath home; fully fenced for dogs, with a terrific yard! :)

This house will be a must see - Blocks from the waterfront in the suburb of Scarborough, Qld.

3 bed, 1 bath, Hrdwd flrs, fully fenced for dogs, nicely remodeled ...

The making of a good, old fashioned Wagontrain breakfast -- Yummy! :)

http://www.empoweredexpat.com/

       Some useful info for expats -

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In 2012, come and be inspired…

Australia’s favourite Craft & Quilt Fair has it all – displays of handmade crafts, workshops so you can learn something new and retail stands selling unique craft supplies. Be inspired then buy all you need for your next craft project.
If you are a beginner come and learn; if you are already into craft, find ideas, inspiration, and see what’s new. See the latest products for stamping, scrapbooking, knitting, crochet, cardmaking, embroidery, sewing, quilting, jewellery-making and more. The fair also includes entry to the annual Quilt Showcase 2012 by Victorian Quilters Inc.

 Melbourne Convention & Exhibition Centre from July 26th to 29th, 2012.

This DIY wall art project is easy and looks terrific - Lay your leaves or plant clippings on a blank white cardboard or canvas and use spray paint of your color - Frame if you like ... Fab! :)

The Show Must Go On - Queen + Adam Lambert
(30.06.2012 - 01.07.2012 Kyiv, Ukraine)

Queen has always been one of my very favorite bands of all time! 

Roger Taylor and Brian May have now joined forces with Adam Lambert and Queen has begun a tour with Adam as their front-man.

This is from a concert in Poland 07-2012 -- Watch - to be blown away :)

Around Australia

Old town called Walhalla in Victoria - Really kewl :)

Color Lovers Patterns - Fun to do :)

Vector Patterns by COLOURlovers



Vector Patterns by COLOURlovers

Our beautiful planet Earth! :)

Kitchen remodel picks from BHG.com :)

This cooking area was revamped with  multi-color tiles - Inexpensive and very pretty

Add a little antique look to your kitchen

Reclaimed wood was used for these kitchen counter tops. Sanded, re stained, and sealed, they are excellent!

These counter tops were molded from concrete made to resemble a stone finish and sealed; and are vastly less expensive than real stone ...

Mexican Chicken Rice - 1 Pan Meal

Mexican food is one of the few things I really miss here in Australia, so I've been learning to make Mexican dishes myself. Mexican Rice with Chicken is and easy and quick meal and is yummy! All you need:

1. 1 Cup rice

2. 2 Cups water

3. 4 Table spoons Chicken broth

4. 1 Can tomatoes

5. 2 tsp garlic

6. 1 tsp Coriander (Cilantro)

7. 2 Large chicken breast fillets

8. 1 Onion

9. 1 Green Pepper

10. 2 tbsp Corn starch

Cut your chicken fillets up into bite-sized pieces and stir fry them in some oil with garlic, chopped onion, and diced green pepper. Do this over medium heat. When the chicken is done, pour in your water and add the chicken broth, corn starch, and cilantro. Bring to a boil and add tomatoes - takes 15-20 minutes for the rice to cook. Keep food moving in the pan every so often. After the rice is cooked, keep stirring and allow the water to evaporate. When you have a nice consistency to your sauce, you are ready to serve. This meal takes approximately 45 minutes with prep time - You can spice it to your taste with cayenne pepper and serve with corn chips. Enjoy!

Method No. 1: Clip it on. Simple, No-Sew Curtains - MyHomeIdeas.com

If you're not handy with a sewing machine, or know nothing about sewing like me - These ideas are fabulous for making inexpensive curtains with the material you like :))))

 
Method No. 1: Clip it on. Simple, No-Sew Curtains - MyHomeIdeas.com

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Messhugguss 101 - Trying again :)

Well I seem to have lost the first Messhuggass 101, not sure what happened. Technology  can really mess up LoL ...