Things I like

Interests:

Woodworking and restoring old furniture, Attending local farmers' markets and chatting with folks from the area, Learning more about Australian wildlife (I’m still amazed by the variety!), Visiting museums and art galleries to take in a little culture, Watching the footy when I can (I’ve picked up a bit of an interest in it since moving here), Having deep, meaningful conversations with good people

Music:

Country music (Johnny Cash, Willie Nelson, Slim Dusty), Classic rock (The Eagles, The Rolling Stones, AC/DC), Folk (Bob Dylan, Neil Young), Blues (B.B. King, Muddy Waters), Some old-school pop (Elvis Presley, The Beach Boys), Australian artists (Paul Kelly, Missy Higgins, John Williamson), Anything with a good story or rhythm!

Reading:

Historical fiction, Mystery novels, Non-fiction, Nature and wildlife books, Westerns, Occasional thrillers or crime novels, Magazines (farm or gardening)

Movies/TV:

Classic westerns, Action films (especially those with a good story), Drama (something that tugs at the heartstrings), Comedy (light-hearted, feel-good movies), Documentaries (especially about history and nature), Aussie films (love supporting local talent), TV dramas (mysteries, thrillers), Some old-school TV shows (The Twilight Zone, MAS*H).

Food/dining:

Home-cooked meals, Roast dinners (especially on Sundays), Fresh, seasonal vegetables from the garden, BBQs with family and friends, Hearty soups and stews, Simple comfort food (like mashed potatoes and pie), Seafood (especially prawns and fresh fish), A good steak, Cup of tea or coffee with a slice of cake, Exploring local cafés and farm-to-table restaurants.

Sports/fitness:

I’m not one for intense workouts, but I enjoy staying active in ways that feel natural—like walking around the farm or getting my hands dirty with some gardening. I’ve recently started watching footy, and it’s growing on me. A good match is always fun to catch. I also like to keep fit by doing a bit of light stretching or working on projects around the property. Staying active and enjoying the out