Weekends

I've just returned home from the Australian Diabetes Council's annual Buzz Ball! It's their annual fundraiser and it was a real pleasure to be there to support the hard work of this organisation. My husband is quite involved, having established the first parliamentary support group which has bipartisan support. I was really happy and proud to hear people speak about how thankful they are that he has supported their cause at his given them a real opportunity to communicate their message. The most alarming message is that one Australian is diagnosed with a form,of diabetes every 5 1/2 minutes. He doesn't suffer with diabetes but his aunt was recently diagnosed as well as some of his friends. Seemingly healthy people developing it in their adult years,possibly as a result of a sedentary work life and minimal time to exercise.

In any case, the ball was a real hit and it was a real treat to hear acclaimed singer, Wendy Matthews sing some of her most loved songs. Todd McKenny was the MC and I was far more impressed with his efforts tonight than his efforts on tv.

I am really looking forward to spending some time with my amply tomorrow. Hopefully a film tomorrow night - oh and some gardening for good measure.

Finally did some reading for my masters as well!

Hope you've had a good weekend!