I've just spent 2 days at the Digital Parents Conference in Sydney which was great. It's always good to catch up with other bloggers and professionals, meet people just starting out, and of course catch up with some old friends. This conference I was particularly pleased to meet some of the Daddy Bloggers that are now on the scene. I even moderated a panel on Thursday afternoon with a few of them: Clint from Reservoir Dad, Bucky & Chubba from Tackle Nappy and Simon from Fast Lane Dad. I think that the "daddy blogging" if I dare call it that scene will really grow in the next 12-18 months. It's an exciting time for them as a group and I'm really looking forward to hearing what they have to say and hearing a parenting perspective from a male viewpoint. You can also check out Daddybloggers.com.au. I think they are even sorting themselves out with their own conference - well played lads!
This is me. Moderating a panel. Professional like.
And they had one of the best business cards I'd come across in some time!
While I was up for the conference I stayed at Mrs Woog's place, which is looking quite fabulous thanks to Alan and his handy ways. We ate pizza, drank some wine and sat down for an early night's viewing of The Block. I was feeling a bit poorly, so Mrs W set off to get me some panadol. She handed me a few different pills to wash down - vitamins she called them - and I laid down. About an hour later I was almost sliding off the couch she informed me that she had given me a sleeping tablet - because I needed a good night's sleep without the kids there (I am a terrible sleeper with or without kids). I crawled into bed and didn't move for over 10 hours! Best sleep I've had in years! Yesterday I woke fresh as the day looking and feeling at least 2 years younger. I had at least 3 comments telling me so too!
I also tried this jacket on in Country Road yesterday. It's completely impractical because it's white but dear GOD it was fabulous. I haven't been able to stop thinking about in fact. I have non buyers regret. I need a white trench coat don't I? Thought so.
Timely superior drying conditions here today. Warm and windy. Just as well because with all the visitors we have had - the sheets and towels are out of control.
I'm still walking this week. 10,000 steps every day has been a challenge I can tell you. Especially when you are stuck inside a conference room for 2 days. I have been using an app to track my movements because my pedometer was a bit dodgy. It's called MOVE - it's free to download and is great. You can get your movements in mins or km's - and changes to running or transport too. Worth a look if you are that way inclined. You can sponsor the team here if you're that way inclined too!
Roberto whipped up a wonton noodle soup last night that was something else. I had a few requests for the recipe so I thought I'd fill you in. It's kind of like my chicken noodle soup, but not really. More like my minced asian chicken. But not really. Let's just call it:
Bert's wonton soup
: Frozen wontons (we get them from Harris Farm freezer section just near the ice cream)
: 1 litre chicken stock
: Garlic, ginger, dried chilli flakes
: Oyster sauce, sesame oil, palm sugar, fish sauce & soy sauce
: Mint & coriander & shallots
: Whack the stock all the sauces, garlic, ginger & chilli into a large saucepan and bring to the boil
: Throw in the wonton's and simmer for 5 mins or so until cooked
: Chop the herbs & shallots and throw in at the last minute just before serving
It's very good indeed. Delicious in fact.
Life seems very busy at the moment, very busy indeed. I'm not sure it will slow down either. Thank goodness for a long weekend next weekend right? Except that it means Easter. And visitors. Not much planned for the weekend though - THAT makes me happy.
Do you read any Dad blogs? Who are they? Share away!
Are you a good sleeper?
Do I need a white trench coat?
What are YOU doing this weekend?