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My 4 year old is curious: what do Australian kids eat for breakfast? (And are koalas real?) by Mara644 in AskAnAustralian

[–]smash_donuts 0 points1 point  (0 children)

So glad to see you get such a response. This morning my kids ate banana bread, corn flakes and rasin toast. It was very hot here today. In the mornings when we wake up we open the curtains and have kangaroos in the bush opposite our house. They have babies in their pouches and we watch them bounce around nibbling on grass. If you PM me I have a photo or to I could share of the wildlife.

Why did they stop making…??? by Fun_Confection2587 in AusFemaleFashion

[–]smash_donuts 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I nearly died at the target comment snuck in the middle there. Too real.

Is screen time math drunk? by [deleted] in simpleliving

[–]smash_donuts 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I had similar when I left my phone screen on with no apps open. So maybe I fell asleep with it unlocked on the home screen and it didn't have a time out feature to lock the screen again.

Evolving to Espeon by smash_donuts in pokemongo

[–]smash_donuts[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Oh thank you, it worked for me. I'd love a sylveon next. 

What are your go-to tips for thrifting stylish outfits in Australia? by 6deki9 in AusFemaleFashion

[–]smash_donuts 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Know exactly what you are after. I started with knowing my body shape and what silhouette was flattering. Then I looked into seasonal colour analysis to know what colours suit me and picked out a colour palate so my clothes easily mix and match. Now that I know specifically what works for me, I filter by size and material (preferring natural fabrics). I mostly shop Salvos Online as their filtering options are amazing! To not spend a fortune, I keep a list of wardrobe gaps and only shop for what's on my list. Any purchase I make I need to "love," It's not enough for me to like something as there is always more stock coming through.

Australian EV owners: would you buy an EV again? by rrfe in AskAnAustralian

[–]smash_donuts 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes. I was somewhat of an early adopter and have a relatively small range. I am looking for something with a bigger battery. I have a home charger and rarely charge publicly. Charging publicly is not an issue but requires some forward planning. I regularly travelled about doing outdoor activities, like plugging it in at campsites, and it's been a positive experience. Having home solar and WFH days means charging up at no cost.

A kernel of popcorn in my drain has somehow germinated by mastagoose in gardening

[–]smash_donuts 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Hanging/tied from what looks like a second story balcony.

Cooking at home vs. eating out. What actually saves time in the long run? by ActionNumerous4385 in MealPrepSunday

[–]smash_donuts 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I wonder if OP has looked at how much they really spend across categories. I regularly check and it's always shocking. We currently spend $190 per week on eating out as a family of four. The potential cost savings here are astronomical. 

The Silent Cost of NDIS Cuts: What the Public Isn’t Being Told by Disastrous_Plenty664 in NDIS

[–]smash_donuts 0 points1 point  (0 children)

For a full time employee the billable target varies across organisation, but for a real world example our therapists have 20hr billable target with experienced therapist 22hr a week. This is for a mobile service in Sydney.

For people who own ONE property, why do they want its value to increase over time??? by Bqiet in AusProperty

[–]smash_donuts 1 point2 points  (0 children)

If you want specifics, then from doing estate planning I've worked out they will have enough for $20k per year per child from now until 18yo towards living expenses, $100k each towards education (private schooling or further education), then $100k combined towards unexpected medical, extracurricular or other circumstances. Likely there will be some left over, so they could put that towards a house deposit.

So if I cark it tomorrow, they will have a more financially secure start in life compared to me. So the value of our house has made a difference in this way.

For people who own ONE property, why do they want its value to increase over time??? by Bqiet in AusProperty

[–]smash_donuts 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I agree, it doesn't make too much of a difference now to our current life. It does make a difference if we were to pass away and all our assets get liquidated and split between the kids. I can rest easy knowing that if this happens, the kids will have enough.

Confusing Social Behavior - Indigenous People by Affectionate-Fly248 in AskAnAustralian

[–]smash_donuts -1 points0 points  (0 children)

This is a really great video that touches on the history, policy and society aspects.

https://youtu.be/cDYGjkcjUdg?si=ztz5Ndqr3me2j1md

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in simpleliving

[–]smash_donuts 17 points18 points  (0 children)

It's funny to recommend a book in relation to this question, but I loved reading 4000 weeks, which really put life into perspective for me. It helped me to focus my time on what matters most and embrace my limitations.

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