The Wonky Om

The Wonky Om Yoga with Tal at The Wonky Om is intuitive, spacious and light-hearted. We love outdoor practice. Join me for a Camp Yoga Retreat in 2022!

Two nights, Friday to Sunday, dates below:
Summer Retreat - Friday 25th February to Sunday 27th February 2022. Autumn Retreat - Friday 20th May to Sunday 22nd May 2022. Winter Retreat - Friday 12th August to Sunday 14th August 2022. Spring Retreat - Friday 4th November to Sunday 6th November 2022.

Last night marked the 10 year anniversary of our little family rolling out of the driveway to commence our 12 month trip...
15/11/2024

Last night marked the 10 year anniversary of our little family rolling out of the driveway to commence our 12 month trip around Australia. That was about the time social media took a grip on me as I shared our adventures with family, friends and the TAL Health community.

After a wonderful decade here, I’m ready for a change. I’ll be taking a 12-month break from social media to create space for what’s calling me—a deep dive into my yoga practice, developing in my new role, and savoring the beauty of life fully and mindfully.

Thank you for being a part of my journey over the past 10 years. This space has been a source of connection, growth, and inspiration, but it’s time for me to step back and focus on the experiences that feed my soul in real time.

Wishing you all peace, joy, and presence.

Reassurance Seeking. How…What…Why…When…does this show up for you? ♥️
14/11/2024

Reassurance Seeking.

How…What…Why…When…does this show up for you? ♥️

Hey Wonky Yogis. What does a self-reflective practice look like for you? ♥️
14/11/2024

Hey Wonky Yogis. What does a self-reflective practice look like for you? ♥️

Yesterday’s nursing inspo sent to me by the universe 😜A compassionate and thoughtful colleague cut out nursing inspirati...
07/11/2024

Yesterday’s nursing inspo sent to me by the universe 😜

A compassionate and thoughtful colleague cut out nursing inspirations for her students last day of face-to-face teaching yesterday. The remaining inspos were shared among us in the office to brighten our spirits as we slog away at marking. I’ve always thought of nursing as a life skill so my quote by unknown author is aligned 😀

Have I got a deliciously indulgent topping for your next birthday cake! My daughter was thinking buttercream for my hub...
03/11/2024

Have I got a deliciously indulgent topping for your next birthday cake!

My daughter was thinking buttercream for my hubby’s birthday cake yesterday, while I was thinking sour cream and chocolate. Buttercream was looking like the winner because this was my hubby’s preference too. Then at the last whizz I did a ‘Tal’ and added sour cream and chocolate to the buttercream. Oh…my…tastebuds 😋. So good.

What’s your favourite cake topping?

Working in South Brisbane has made space for spontaneous catch ups with mates who enjoy a cheeky wine while we swap stor...
26/10/2024

Working in South Brisbane has made space for spontaneous catch ups with mates who enjoy a cheeky wine while we swap stories of family, work and the stuff that replenish or deplete our soul.

Purchasing a glass of wine can cost as much as a bottle of wine these days. Add something delicious to pair your wine with and two people can say good bye to $100 very easily.

A spontaneous picnic on the River Green at Southbank Parklands on Friday saved four of us a heap of hard earned $$$, and inspired me to create an ‘emergency’ picnic basket to keep at work. I found this picnic backpack at BCF yesterday. Now I need your help 😀. Do you have any suggestions to include in my emergency picnic backpack? Here’s what I’ve packed so far:
Chopping boards
Plates
Wine glasses
Cups
Stubby cooler
Bottle opener
Cutlery
Cheese knives and serving utensils
Tea-towel
Hand towel
Picnic rug ♥️

This Balinese Sambal Salad is a new favourite on the catering and entertaining menu. The trick is in the preparation of...
24/10/2024

This Balinese Sambal Salad is a new favourite on the catering and entertaining menu. The trick is in the preparation of the tempeh. Marinate in cumin seeds and salt, a bit of water and oil, and sit for 30-60 mins; depending on how organised you are. It turns out crispy and delicious when you cook it. The flavours!!! The texture!!! OMG 😃

I’ve had to decline requests for retreat catering at this stage I’m sorry. There is just not enough hours in my week to give total dedication to creating a culinarily experience that makes you feel loved from the inside out. I have been accepting some event catering though so I am happy to consider these requests.

I had an inquiry recently to be a personal chef. How cool. We know I love new opportunities but my TAFE teaching gig is so me ♥️

What new seasonal recipes are you experimenting with?

27/09/2024

Gone diving Wonky Yogis. See you Monday week ♥️

Letting go of the need to ‘parent’ our adult children and moving into friendship, love and laughter. Now they take the...
26/09/2024

Letting go of the need to ‘parent’ our adult children and moving into friendship, love and laughter. Now they take the lessons from the stuff we did well and the stuff we didn’t do well to carve their own way. Two highly functioning young adults who contribute positively to community because they allow their curiosity to guide them more than their uncertainties. Proud mum ♥️

Sharing some thoughts I had after our daughter invited us for dinner at her house sitting gig. Forgive my mum-ness 😜. I’d love to hear your recent proud parent moments too. Celebrate your wins xx

End of Term 3 update Wonky Yogis. Today marks the 10th week of my new role as an educator in the Nursing Faculty at TAFE...
23/09/2024

End of Term 3 update Wonky Yogis.

Today marks the 10th week of my new role as an educator in the Nursing Faculty at TAFE QLD, and I can now say with certainty, I’ve entered a new phase in my journey.

Teaching in the health and wellbeing space - whether clinically as a healthcare professional, or as an integrative health and fitness professional - has been a long held passion I’ve been nudging away at for three decades 😳.

When I needed it most, my husband has cheered me on and believed in me. Now in my second half of life, having raised two of the most remarkable young adults you could hope to meet, it is with the wisdom and lessons from all the “stuff’, that I confidently pursue the work that has the most potential to good with the skills I have acquired. The regular pay is a bonus I appreciate at 50 too 😜.

This means my Wonky Om offerings will be limited. I am here though. You are welcome to reach out and check my availability to assist you with all things, Food, Movement and Wellbeing. I may have a different role, but my mission is still the same ♥️

If you too are in the second half of life, celebrating the freedom to embark on new opportunities, I’d love to hear your stories. 🪴

A volunteer catering gig last night for 40 hungry sailors participating in the 2024 Qld Nacra State Titles. Grub was a l...
08/09/2024

A volunteer catering gig last night for 40 hungry sailors participating in the 2024 Qld Nacra State Titles.

Grub was a little different to the Yoga Retreat spreads and very hearty for sailors:
- homemade rissoles
- rustic potato bake
- roast pumpkin
- a ‘make-it-up-as-you-go’ pasta salad
- amazing green salad and dressing
- homemade dips and my take on KFC chicken
- homemade bacon and cheese pull-apart rolls
- and of course, in celebration of Redfest Cleveland, a ridiculously simple strawberry desert.

Cath and Cheryl, two fellow volunteers at Cleveland Sailing Club, made THE most delicious desserts that complemented each other beautifully. Totally put my desserts-making skills to shame. Cath’s noodle salad was a recipe I hope she is willing to share too 😉.

Have a look at this beauty! The Atomic Expression Maker. My husband and I are house-sitting and dog-sitting in Annerley ...
01/09/2024

Have a look at this beauty! The Atomic Expression Maker.

My husband and I are house-sitting and dog-sitting in Annerley for the next 4 weeks, then off to Indonesia diving for two weeks. You’ll catch me in the Redlands for a few Wonky Om gigs and some water play on the bay. Otherwise, a little hiatus in the face-to-face service delivery. If you are keen to catch up for asana practice at South Bank Parklands or interested in Zoom classes, let me know ♥️

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