Family – mja blog

A Size in the Wrong Direction

Posted on 2026-09-072026-09-07 by Melissa

Caring for someone often comes with a mix of worry, frustration and affection. Sometimes the only way to carry the smaller mishaps is to find a little humour in them.

Fighting a Losing Battle

Posted on 2026-09-062026-09-07 by Melissa

Sometimes helping someone doesn’t quite go according to plan. Add a few determined possums to the mix, and things can unravel surprisingly quickly.

Lunch with Dad

Posted on 2022-11-262026-09-04 by Melissa

This photo has become especially precious to me, as it is the last I have with my dad. At the time it was simply a happy family birthday lunch; now I’m grateful Mum caught this quiet moment between us.

Sunday Visit

Posted on 2022-07-102026-09-04 by Melissa

Jo was sitting in her garden when I arrived so I joined her. It was lovely in the sun, sitting quietly and chatting together.

Sorting Books

Posted on 2022-06-202026-09-04 by Melissa

Sunday was book sorting day at Jo’s place. Jo has occasionally stated that she may become a book collector. I think that she already is a book collector, she just hasn’t specialised in a particular area.

Home Garden

Posted on 2013-10-162026-09-04 by Melissa

With Aunty Bern’s passing, I can’t help reflecting on the strong gardening thread in our family. She loved plants, learnt from Gran, and passed some of that knowledge on to Dad – something that still lives on in my garden.

A Family Christmas

Posted on 2012-12-292026-09-04 by Melissa

A simple Christmas shared with family – Mass under the stars, good food at Mum and Dad’s, and the familiar comfort of being together.