mind-blowing to be able to wander around Skara Brae in Orkney last weekend, inhabited around ~3000 BCE. Uncovered in a storm in 1850.
I love living in one of the most beautiful countries on earth and having such natural beauty and history at my doorstep.

I've been doing more knitting! my 2nd ever sweater - perfectly lightweight for Scottish summer 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 🤣

My current work is 100% commit-to-main, no branches or PRs, pipeline to prod - automated checks only. the world changed since 🦖

"direct to prod" - with decent automation - is respected.

Almost a year since leaving Brisbane! I do not miss the weather, but I do miss my chickens. Here's snowball and tinkerbell (tink not looking her best, during a moult) 💜🐥

Great hiking holiday in the Lake District, exceeded my expectations.. Hiked over 500m ascent on a couple of days! Need to take this confidence and plans more walking trips 💜😊

I listen to voice texts.. But I *resent* how much commitment you've demanded of me.

Back from few days in Italy, absolutely love the espresso bar culture.. And maybe overdosed a bit ☺️

bizarrely, I can't get enough tea now. Have I ruined home coffee for myself?

The past year was very good.. Having time to relax and read every single day is what makes me happy.

I've wanted to visit arbroath since discovering a blog "Nothing to do with Arbroath" (sadly the author passed years back).
It turns out to be a magical, sleepy, seaside town famous for smoked fish and beautiful cliffs. Indeed the blog had nothing to do with it, but fond memories for both!

Got to see our new pallas cat - akiko - at Edinburgh zoo today!

Why can I give my pixel British, Australian etc. accents - but no Canadian, eh? 🤨

Season's greetings to everyone 🎄 may you find peace, joy and be in good health!

I'm celebrating with amazing music of "the proms".. Doctor who! Can't wait for the Christmas special tomorrow :)