Tuesday's four on a Thursday

 

Welcome back to Toni Taddeo's Tuesday 4, who can be found here: https://lemonscottage.blogspot.com/ . 

What are the most memorable destinations you've visited, and what made them stand out? (this could include places like museums, art galleries, etc. not only a vacation site.)

The country of New Zealand been there three times want to go again, there is nothing that in particular that I can think of though at this time.

Which hidden gem locations have you explored that you'd recommend to others?

Caves with glow worms they are amazing, I have been to some in New Zealand and some here in Australia

What’s the most unique cultural experience you’ve had while traveling?

I can’t think of anything maybe that’s because I am writing this at 7.30pm and my brain doesn’t work great when I am tired.

What mode of transportation is your favourite for a long trip? How about a short trip?

Long trips would be either by plane or by train depending on where I am going, short trips by car with Tim driving.

 

June's last hodgepodge

 

Here I am doing another hodgepodge which is brought to you by Joyce over at http://www.fromthissideofthepond.com/

Here are this

week’s questions.

What does adventure mean to you? 

It means doing something exciting and often somewhat dangerous and not something I would do.

What are your thoughts on tipping? What businesses or service providers do you regularly tip? Do you resent being asked if you'd0 like to add a tip? What about when a suggested amount is presented? 

Since I am in Australia it isn’t something, we are expected to do and wouldn’t like it if I was.

I scream you scream we all scream for ice cream...do we? Is ice cream a favourite treats at your house? What's your favourite flavour? Regular, soft serve, gelato, sherbet, or some sort of non-dairy version of ice cream...what's your pleasure? 

I really like chocolate and vanilla except when it comes to soft serve then it has to be vanilla.

What's your 'back in my day, we____________________ ' story or saying? 

Back in my day we could spend all day outside with our friends coming in when mum yelled your name and said it was teatime. I also walked to and from school on my own since the age of 7.

Somehow this is our last Hodgepodge in the month of June. Next week's Hodgepodge lands in July. Wow. Sum up your June using three adjectives. 

Some up June? Let me think, painful, busy and happy

Insert your own random thought here.

As one grows old, one stops chasing the big things and starts valuing the little things: alone time, sufficient sleep, a healthy diet, long walks, and quality time with loved ones.
Simplicity becomes the ultimate objective.

History of child labour laws

 

While out blog visiting, I came across this post, https://itsmostamazingindia.wordpress.com/2025/06/12/child-labour-day

So decided to do a post about the history of child labour and child labour laws. This will properly be a two- or three-part series as there is a lot to cover.

I know that my dad’s father was working in the coal mines at the age of 14, this I know because his sister (Aunty Joyce) told me how when he was 14, he was injured while working in the mines and was in hospital. She would go and visit him and then go to the women’s ward and visit their mother who was in hospital as well, Aunty Joyce said she didn’t tell their mum at the time about Tom being injured.

Anyway, moving from that to the start of child labour changes.

Child labour laws began appearing during the Industrial Revolution, starting with the 1803 Factory Act in Britain. This act and subsequent ones, like the 1833 Factory Act, aimed to regulate working conditions, especially for children, by limiting work hours, children under 18 and banning night work, and requiring education. In 1878 The Factory and Workshops Act in Britain banned employment of children under 10.

By 1890, many European countries had implemented such laws. The Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938 in the United States ended most child labour outside of agriculture.

Child labour laws in England began with the Health and Morals of Apprentices Act in 1802, which aimed to regulate the working conditions of pauper children in cotton mills. This was followed by further legislation, including the Factory Act of 1833, which established factory inspections and limited working hours for children. Compulsory schooling from the 1870s further restricted child labour.

Now days during school term time, children can only work a maximum of 12 hours a week. This includes: a maximum of 2 hours on school days and Sundays. a maximum of 5 hours on Saturdays for 14-year-olds, or 8 hours for 15 to 16-year-olds.

 

Swallowing Issues

 

Just a reminder that activities that relate to speaking and speaking and swallowing often become more challenging as Parkinson’s disease progresses. Struggles with swallowing, can create both challenging and dangerous circumstances for those who struggle with the symptom.

Not only can swallowing become a hazard for choking, but they may also cause people with Parkinson’s to withdraw from social activities. Also, when you inhale your food or liquid, you’re more likely to develop respiratory illnesses like Pneumonia, which is a leading cause of death among Parkinson’s patients.

Fortunately, it is possible to take a number of steps to minimize the risk that’s associated with changes to swallowing.

Strategies like taking small bites of food, or little sips can make food easier for PD patients to manage the swallowing process. It may be helpful to swallow more than once or to drink fluid between bites of food.

 

This Month's Sister Poem

 

How can I ever thank you for being all that you are to me?

All my life I have always had you to count on, and even now with our lives constantly moving in different directions, I still feel the same comfort I’ve always had just knowing that you are in the world.

We may not be able to spend every day together the way we use to, but you are still the person I love to laugh with and he person I turn to when life got me down. I want you to know that our lives may change, and we may find ourselves changing too, but we will always be family, and I will always be grateful that I have you in my life.

By: Elle Mastro

Tuesday's Four on Thursday

 

Welcome back to Toni Taddeo's Tuesday 4, who can be found here: https://lemonscottage.blogspot.com/

What’s one feature in your home that makes it feel especially cozy or comfortable for you?

Having an open-door policy, meaning my family members can come and go as they please.

How do you like to personalize your living space to reflect your style or personality?

Photos, on the walls and around the house

Are there any home maintenance tasks you find particularly important for keeping your space comfortable year-round?

Nope can’t think of anything.

What’s your go-to way to unwind or create a relaxing atmosphere at home after a long day?

Around the house I don’t wear shoes, in winter I do wear socks though, so I like to take my shoes off but my feet up by sitting in my recliner and watching YouTube.

A spicey hodgepodge

 

Here I am doing another hodgepodge which is brought to you by Joyce over at http://www.fromthissideofthepond.com/

Here are this week’s questions.

June 10th is National Herbs and Spices Day. Besides salt and pepper what herb or spice container do you reach for most often? Is there a spice you truly dislike? What's a recent dish you made that called for more than salt and pepper?  

I never used spices much, Tim likes to add garlic to many things he cooks, the one that I do not like at all is pepper.

It's been said 'variety is the spice of life'...in what way is this true for you? Elaborate. 

I don’t think it does apply to me in any way.

What's something in your life that adds 'spice' (excitement, intensity) even if also comes with challenge or unpredictability? 

I would have to say having a transgender grandchild does add some spice to my life.

If you could instantly master one skill or hobby, what would it be and why? 

Knitting, I could never get the hang of it but have often wished I could.

We're halfway through the year...what's one book, movie, or activity you've loved this year that you'd recommend to others? 

I rarely watch movies and even though I like to read there is no particular book I want to read.

Insert your own random thought here. 

Remember they is power in gratitude; simple gratitude has the power to transform the mundane into the extraordinary. When you appreciate what you have, even the simplest moments become beautiful. Cultivate gratitude to enhance your daily experiences.