New ikea Expedit shelving

New ikea Expedit shelving
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new ikea shelving unit, my partner called it a dust collector, which is the truth to a certain extent.

New ikea desk

New ikea desk
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i am stuffed - we have assembled 3 ikea desks, 3 chairs and 1 shelving unit, here is my desk & chair

linguine w'pumplin & chicken creamy sauce

linguine w'pumplin & chicken creamy sauce
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here is the plated dish

steamed pumpkin

steamed pumpkin
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I was inspired by the Librarian and the Kitchen blog to blog a recipe. I usually enjoy cooking, but really need to be in the mood. My daughter is a waitress & barista (and a uni student) and last week I enjoyed a creamy pumpkin, chicken dish with linguine & freshly made pesto at the restaurant where she works.

from the library bag

yay..I have the new Michael Connelly book 'Scarecrow' to read tonight..

Blunt Instrument

I am thoroughly enjoying reading for the first time 'The blunt instrument' a blog written by John Birmingham on the brisbane times newpaper website.

Miles Franklin winner 2009

I read 'Breath' by Tim Winton during the week,thoroughly enjoyed it..couldn't put it down. I have my name on the library reservation list for the other Miles Franklin shortlist titles.

Ice by Louis Nowra
The Pages by Murray Bail
The Slap by Christos Tsiolkas
Wanting by Richard Flanagan