Every dog has their day

Every dog has their day, and today is that day.

National Dog Day.

On the 29th of June.

So pat a pup, say hello and enjoy our sweet canine citizens and friends.

They are the great bringers of JOY.

Remember to celebrate JOYDAY on the 25th November every year.

This is my Mandy (the name came with her). I adopted her 3 years ago when she was already 6 years old. She is a darling girl, although not too bright, she has a capacity for love that is limitless.

Issue No.19: The Melbourne Issue

Take a look inside as there may be an idea or place that will inspire you to visit Melbourne.

Iconic Naff

Every nation has its naff object d’arts.  Those little pieces of art and craft that attempt to generate a sense of the uniqueness of the country, culture, society. 
They are often truly awful aesthetically, but for some strange reason,
they also often speak to a tiny corner within the viewer in a sentimental way.
How can one resist a plaster kangaroo, or a hand painted ceramic kookaburra salt-shaker.
 And what home is complete without a Namatjira parody ashtray or sweets bowl. 
This selection of iconic objects was found at the Junk Company on Elizabeth Street in Melbourne (close to the Queen Victoria Markets).
There are some truly endearing, surprising ‘naff’ stuff that should populate your living space and bring a smile to your dial.

I haven't much time to be fond of anything...

My bark angel Alex, rose patterned plastic tablecloth covers, and Victorian lithographs are three things that bring me Joy. 

Remember to celebrate the things that bring you joy, no matter how small on JoyDay, the 25th November every year.
“I haven't much time to be fond of anything ... but when I have  a moment's fondness to bestow, most times ... the roses get it. 

Wilkie Collins, The Moonstone http://www.goodreads.com/