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  • Aussie Giveaway Linkup #128: And the winner is…

    Aussie Giveaway Linkup #128: And the winner is…

    2013 Female Dancer of the Year

    This has been one of THE most incredible weeks. I have so much to share, yet my fingers won’t type fast enough.

    OK, here goes:

    • Last week I did my first public relations online live training (webinar) for Kellie O’Brien Media and had the most incredible feedback. It led to people taking up the upcoming Publicity Alchemy program. I am just so chuffed. To think it all began back in 2010 because of a post I wrote on this little blog.
    • On Wednesday I was guest speaker at the Devonport Chamber of Commerce and Industry’s women’s business luncheon on social media for business. As a result, I was featured in the media twice within the space of a week. However, the real thrill was just the volume of emails and calls I received afterwards from businesses. Seriously, I am so blessed. Although, Julian has been quick to let me know he was featured in the Fin Review’s glossy BOSS magazine this week. Kind of beats my two Advocate stories!
    • Lastly, and definitely the highlight of the week, was Ella’s dance concert today. We started the day off in the running for 2013 Worst Parent of the Year when we realised we’d not only arrived at the wrong venue for Ella’s dance concert, but we were in the WRONG TOWN. After the most heart-racing trip to the venue, we arrived to find everyone locked inside. Poor Ella. She was inconsolable. Eventually, we found a way in – with five minutes to spare before her group’s performance. Despite the fluster, she performed beautifully and loved every minute of it. To top it off, at the end of the concert she was named 2013 Best Female Dancer for her category. Nothing can beat that right now. I’m the proudest parent – and have vowed to always read every word of the dance newsletter from here on in.

    Now, onto this week’s Aussie Giveaway Linkup…

    Aussie Giveaway Linkup instructions:

    If you’re a blogger or business wanting to take part in the Aussie Giveaway Linkup:

    1. Only link directly to the giveaway post/s and include the prize and end date in the linky tool below. Link each giveaway separately. If you need to delete it, hover over your link, wait until the red “x’’ appears and click.
    2. Giveaways must be open to Australian residents and be run by Australian-based bloggers or businesses.
    3. Grab the button below to add to your post.
    4. A new list is added each Sunday so bloggers need to add their links weekly.
    5. Start entering the giveaways! Entry is at your own risk. We do not take responsibility for unfulfilled prizes or a blogger/business not abiding by their own terms and conditions.

     


    Aussie Giveaway Linky
    Hosted by Three Lil Princesses



  • Aussie Giveaway Linkup #127: And she’s sick again

    Aussie Giveaway Linkup #127: And she’s sick again

    asthma in toddlers

    Poor Holly. After a beautiful week, she was hit last night with asthma and a cold. She was so worried she was going to end up back in hospital.

    She was still a bit wheezy today, but certainly an improvement on last night.

    Meanwhile…

    Ella went off to the Devonport Agricultural Show today and discovered something called “modelling’’ and “cat walks’’. She is now walking around the house, swinging her hips and doing little spins at the end of the passage way.

    Seriously!

    Now, onto this week’s Aussie Giveaway Linkup…

    Aussie Giveaway Linkup instructions:

    If you’re a blogger or business wanting to take part in the Aussie Giveaway Linkup:

    1. Only link directly to the giveaway post/s and include the prize and end date in the linky tool below. Link each giveaway separately. If you need to delete it, hover over your link, wait until the red “x’’ appears and click.
    2. Giveaways must be open to Australian residents and be run by Australian-based bloggers or businesses.
    3. Grab the button below to add to your post.
    4. A new list is added each Sunday so bloggers need to add their links weekly.
    5. Start entering the giveaways! Entry is at your own risk. We do not take responsibility for unfulfilled prizes or a blogger/business not abiding by their own terms and conditions.

     


    Aussie Giveaway Linky
    Hosted by Three Lil Princesses



  • Aussie Giveaway Linkup #126: The penguin at Penguin

    Aussie Giveaway Linkup #126: The penguin at Penguin

    Penguin Tasmania

    Penguin, Tasmania. My hometown. Sometimes it’s good to get back to where it all began (or drive through, at least), just to put life into perspective.

    And yes, for those of you who aren’t familiar with Penguin, it comes complete with a big penguin. Oh, the stories that penguin could tell. I’m sure it’s lost count of the number of men who have been chained to it, naked, on their buck’s nights…

    Now, onto this week’s Aussie Giveaway Linkup…

    Aussie Giveaway Linkup instructions:

    If you’re a blogger or business wanting to take part in the Aussie Giveaway Linkup:

    1. Only link directly to the giveaway post/s and include the prize and end date in the linky tool below. Link each giveaway separately. If you need to delete it, hover over your link, wait until the red “x’’ appears and click.
    2. Giveaways must be open to Australian residents and be run by Australian-based bloggers or businesses.
    3. Grab the button below to add to your post.
    4. A new list is added each Sunday so bloggers need to add their links weekly.
    5. Start entering the giveaways! Entry is at your own risk. We do not take responsibility for unfulfilled prizes or a blogger/business not abiding by their own terms and conditions.

     


    Aussie Giveaway Linky
    Hosted by Three Lil Princesses



  • Aussie Giveaway Linkup #125: How did the silly season start so early?

    Aussie Giveaway Linkup #125: How did the silly season start so early?

    Kate Middleton dress

    Life seems to have just gone up a gear – and we’re only halfway through November. Julian’s already had his Advocate Newspaper Christmas dinner (that’s me in my “Kate Middleton’’ dress above). Ella had her sixth birthday last week. And this week I have my school board Christmas dinner.

    Ella is rehearsing for her end of year dance concert (move over Michael Jackson) and her end of year school production (imagine an angel singing Justin Beiber’s Like baby baby baby ooh). I cannot wait to see it!

    Just because I love putting myself under extreme pressure, I’m also hosting a webinar this Thursday on The Simple Strategy to Land Your Business Media Attention in 30 Days (more details to be linked here tomorrow). Then the usual business activities – client work, writing the Fairbrother book and preparing to speak to a business women’s lunch.

    Phew! I can see myself collapsing in a heap come January.

    Now, onto this week’s Aussie Giveaway Linkup…

    Aussie Giveaway Linkup instructions:

    If you’re a blogger or business wanting to take part in the Aussie Giveaway Linkup:

    1. Only link directly to the giveaway post/s and include the prize and end date in the linky tool below. Link each giveaway separately. If you need to delete it, hover over your link, wait until the red “x’’ appears and click.
    2. Giveaways must be open to Australian residents and be run by Australian-based bloggers or businesses.
    3. Grab the button below to add to your post.
    4. A new list is added each Sunday so bloggers need to add their links weekly.
    5. Start entering the giveaways! Entry is at your own risk. We do not take responsibility for unfulfilled prizes or a blogger/business not abiding by their own terms and conditions.

     


    Aussie Giveaway Linky
    Hosted by Three Lil Princesses



  • Aussie Giveaway Linkup #124: Ronald McDonald House

    Aussie Giveaway Linkup #124: Ronald McDonald House

    pneumonia and asthma

    As you probably gathered, there was no Aussie Giveaway Linkup last week. We were all exhausted and taking some much needed time out after little Holly was airlifted to the Royal Hobart Hospital with pneumonia and asthma the Sunday prior.

    It frightened Julian and I to see how fast everything happened. From going from her usual bright and bubbly self on the Saturday, to cold symptoms on the Saturday night and then being completely lethargic on the Sunday.

    On Sunday at 2.30pm she said: “Mum, I can’t breathe. I can’t breathe’’.

    Within a few hours of arriving at the Mersey Hospital at Latrobe, we were airlifted to the Royal Hobart Hospital’s ICU. The ICU paediatrician was so concerned, he’d contemplated flying to us.

    After steroids, antibiotics, nebuliser, oxygen, Ventolin, a week in the children’s ward and lots of tears, we were pretty happy to arrive home last Friday. I know many face tougher challenges, including some of our friends, and it makes you feel so much more admiration for the spirit they show.

    Today, we headed to McDonalds. Not something we would normally do, but it was important for us to support McHappy Day and the fundraising efforts for Ronald McDonald House. It’s only when you get into these situations you realise how valuable these services are.

    McHappy Day

    Although, Ella is still fascinated by the fact all the superheroes for McHappy Day were wearing their undies on the outside!

    Now, onto this week’s Aussie Giveaway Linkup…

    Aussie Giveaway Linkup instructions:

    If you’re a blogger or business wanting to take part in the Aussie Giveaway Linkup:

    1. Only link directly to the giveaway post/s and include the prize and end date in the linky tool below. Link each giveaway separately. If you need to delete it, hover over your link, wait until the red “x’’ appears and click.
    2. Giveaways must be open to Australian residents and be run by Australian-based bloggers or businesses.
    3. Grab the button below to add to your post.
    4. A new list is added each Sunday so bloggers need to add their links weekly.
    5. Start entering the giveaways! Entry is at your own risk. We do not take responsibility for unfulfilled prizes or a blogger/business not abiding by their own terms and conditions.

     


    Aussie Giveaway Linky
    Hosted by Three Lil Princesses



  • Aussie Giveaway Linkup #123: Winning

    Aussie Giveaway Linkup #123: Winning

    Burnie Ten

    We headed to the Burnie Ten last Sunday to watch Julian run his third 10km event. While I was pretty proud of his effort, Ella, on the other hand, was incredibly disappointed he didn’t spew.

    If only she knew what that sand on the road near the finish line was for.

    Anyway, before I finish up today, make sure to check out the Lego man costume tutorial if you’re looking for an outfit for Halloween. Very creative!

    Now, onto this week’s Aussie Giveaway Linkup…

    Aussie Giveaway Linkup instructions:

    If you’re a blogger or business wanting to take part in the Aussie Giveaway Linkup:

    1. Only link directly to the giveaway post/s and include the prize and end date in the linky tool below. Link each giveaway separately. If you need to delete it, hover over your link, wait until the red “x’’ appears and click.
    2. Giveaways must be open to Australian residents and be run by Australian-based bloggers or businesses.
    3. Grab the button below to add to your post.
    4. A new list is added each Sunday so bloggers need to add their links weekly.
    5. Start entering the giveaways! Entry is at your own risk. We do not take responsibility for unfulfilled prizes or a blogger/business not abiding by their own terms and conditions.


    Aussie Giveaway Linky
    Hosted by Three Lil Princesses