The Art of Balance

 Balance. The concept of everything being even and thus still and peaceful. Balance isn't actually peaceful for me. I prefer to have more cards in my 'safe' basket than an even number in and out. I'm working on this though and I'm working on accepting a new standard of balance. I've been practicing yoga for years and most of my favorite poses are those that require physical balance. I suppose I like the challenge of controlling my body and planting my self on the earth in a pose. It's this concept that I'm trying to transfer into other areas of my life - this idea of controlling myself, evening myself and making sure there's always equal parts in all my baskets. xx, SB

(images taken by me at the Koru Yoga Studio in Melbourne)

Trapeze!

Tonight I crossed something off my "life to-do" (or bucket list - but I don't like that name) that I've wanted to do for years now! I tried Trapeze! It was a belated Christmas present from my work (pretty great right?!!). We all had a great time together literally "learning the ropes"! 

I've got to admit, when I climbed that tall ladder and was standing on top of the platform - it was a little scary working up the courage to jump! But the team of instructors were awesome and told you exactly what to do when and you pick it up so quickly. I'd never done trapeze before and honestly haven't flipped upside down like that since I was in grade school but by the end of the session I was swinging into the arms of one of the instructors! It's such a rush! I might just have found a new hobby!! Here's a video of me in flight! xx, SB

(I learned to fly at The Flying Trapeze Centre in Blackburn)

Beach

When Summer weather finally hits - there's nothing better than the beach. Sun bathing is totally my guilty pleasure! Earlier this week I hit the road on a little impromptu beach day with my sister and some good friends.  

We loaded up the car and drove on down. I forgot how amazing it feels to wade out into the water on a hot day and soak and relax and float around! I can't wait for the next super hot day! I think I've found my favorite summer pastime! xx, SB 

Nice Day For The Tennis

Despite living in Melbourne for over 6 years, I had never been to the Australian Open. That is, until last night! We got 'court passes' which set us free to roam around and check out the smaller matches. Perfect for newbies! We watched a match between an American and a Russian. It was so fun to watch the crowd and cheer for the players (I was partial to the American (Sloane Stephens) I admit). The weather was glorious and we enjoyed ourselves - I'm already planning to go back! xx, SB

To-Do

Getting some work done and making a massive to-do list this morning! @Mario's xx, SB

Testing Testing, One Two

I've wanted to add some video blogging for a little while now and today I did some testing! I'm hooked! Expect more! xx, SB

Cocktail Friday: Date Night Edition

Hello weekend! This week was packed full of work and fun and I'm really for the weekend. Tonight BDC and I ventured to a local market to gander and dine and generally relax together. This week's "cocktail friday" is a "his and hers" edition from our date night! BDC's drinking White Rabbit Dark Ale. White Rabbit is a local Victoria brewery. I'm sipping a house glass of pinot grigio and taking in the sights or the market. Happy weekend to you!! xx, SB

All Smiles

My husband and I bought a car today!! Yay! We've been married 3 and 1/2 years and this is our first set of wheels! This is the first car I've had since moving to Australia and the first new car I've ever had! I can't really believe it! Melbourne's fantastic with public transport but we finally took the plunge! Let the adventures begin! I'm already getting ideas for location shoots - and ones I've been daydreaming for years! :-) 2012 here we come! xx, SB

Editing New Items!

I'm editing away tonight on new items from my "Sunday Morning Collection" and also new bralettes! I'll be listing these items in my shop this Friday!! New colors and fabrics!! xx, SB

Brunching

Breakfast food is my favorite! I'm always up for a brunch date! I never order pancakes for some reason - despite always oogling over them on the menus. I think 2012 is going to be the year of pancakes! :-) BDC and I slept in and then took a stroll for brunch. Not much beats that in my book! xx, SB