This is blog 26. And, gosh... you know what that means? It’s been over six months since we moved from our comfortable life in Melbourne to our somewhat uncomfortable equivalent here in Silicon Valley. What a journey it has been. I want to thank you, dear reader, for being a part of it. Do you … Continue reading [26] Twenty-Six
Helloooooooo! (*echo... echo... echo...*). How are you people doing out theeeeere?! Ah, dear. There’s an inevitably awkward one-wayness about blogging. I know... I’ve been kind of introspective recently. But it’s for good reason, I promise. You probably know the feeling, right? Everyone’s gone through some change at one point or another. But you know what? … Continue reading [25] The Mother of All Surprises
It’s been a bit quieter on the Big Little Lives front, right? Well, maybe on the surface (sorry, everyone) but I can assure you it’s been anything but: Make like a duck. Calm on the surface, legs paddling like nuts underneath. I know I’m only four weeks into work life in the US, but wow... … Continue reading [24] A Tale of Two Workplace Cultures
Dated houses, urban sprawl, billion-dollar start-ups and the highest net worth individuals in the world. Where am I? Yep, you got it. Come taste a slice of the Silicon Valley pie. *** It’s here. It’s morning. I wedge open my eyes. Next thing I know, my purpose-bred alarm clock clambers up onto my second gen … Continue reading [23] A Day in the (Silicon Valley) Life
Life, hey? So much has happened in such a small space of time. A couple of weeks ago, I was interviewing. This week? I’m working. Yep, you read correctly. I got the job! I’ve just joined one of Silicon Valley’s largest tech firms and I’m practically scaling the walls with glee! Of course, acceptance of … Continue reading [22] Mum-umental Shifts
As you may recall, I’ve been struggling with the whole stay-at-home vs. working thing. Having flown solo since Cam started work in December, I am now the walking dead. Regardless, faced with the choice between work and being a stay-at-home parent of three not-yet-school-aged kids, I’ve decided that my sanity – as well as our … Continue reading [21] Interviewing in Silicon Valley
It’s been a while, right? I know. I really am sorry. But you’ll be glad to know it’s been one hell of a time: friends visiting from abroad, one successful albeit fear-inducing interview (more in the next post!) plus a scrumptious little mini-break! So much has happened over the last six months, let alone the … Continue reading [20] Reform Wasn’t Built in a Day
What with the events of New York [parts 1.0 and 2.0], turning 40, and realising my ‘trailing spouse’ status, I thought it’d be nice to get a little light-hearted for our next post. That was the aim, anyway. But when I actually sat down to write it, I could feel the agitation stirring. I’ve written … Continue reading [19] Same Same but Different
So, picking up where I left off, picture this: I’ve just made it to NYC to begin my long-awaited birthday weekend. A group of my dearest, bestest, most loved girlfriends is waiting for me. And after multiple delayed/cancelled/whatever flights, I’m finally on my way to cocktails. Finally. Friday After a while in the taxi spent … Continue reading [18] Welcome to New York 2.0
It’s a new soundtrack I could dance to this beat The lights are so bright But they never blind me Welcome to New York It’s been waiting for you Welcome to New York Look, I’m not above some T Swizzle. Despite its being described as the worst NYC anthem of all time, Welcome to New … Continue reading [17] Welcome to New York 1.0
