As we close down on 2010 I can reflect on my year as interesting one. Life has thrown a few challenges and difficult times my way, but with help and support of my dear loved ones and belief in myself to always conquer and grow, I can say my path is looking great on it's way into 2011.

My most exciting venture is to head to South Africa a return visit to the children in Nomzamo and since I was there this year 2 new orphanages have been opened and new volunteers are gaining some fabulous life experience in working with these fabulous kids.

I am very much looking forward to working alongside some amazing people who have dedicated their time and finance into this project...

For me I will get to see the children I taught in May, those who gave me the cool label Teacha Shark!!! (just think jaws and your hand on your head and you will understand that one.)

I will be taking photographs for GVI, a great privilege for me and I am soo excited I can hardly contain myself... I gained so much form these children when I first met them.. How much will they have changed, grown and learnt in 8 months? I will let you know .....

a little chilly stuff

In Mayfield and beyond today I found a winter wonderland with a few minutes spare I grabbed a couple of shots.

Snow and chilly days

It's been a strange time for us southerners getting snow more than a foot deep in places.

Looking at garden tables with snow mounds suited more to the ice cream vans!!

Not to be outdone the intrepid explorer from NXPHOTO Nicky headed out into the snow on foot. Trudging the streets in search of friends but no she found this lot yes snow and ice and frosty the snowman (sorry couldn't use his picture he wouldn't sign a model release!)

So here a few of my favourite pictures.