My idea of a great 'doing life differently' day February 2025Melanie PikeAre you ready to have the day together in Phuket? Grab your hand held fan, pop your best lip gloss on and bring your happy vibes. It’s an early start...
Come with me for breakfast Thai style January 2025Melanie PikeThe positives that've come from writing my book have been many. One such positive that I love is those who've told me they now plan to travel to my 'happy...
thai food The Thai sister I always wanted November 2024Melanie PikeI’ve just returned from two months in Thailand. This was my first trip back since writing my book. I must admit arriving with a carry-on bag full of my books...
retirement Doing Life Differently in Thailand FOREVER August 2024Melanie PikeAre you considering a move to Thailand? It seems many are, particularly those who are contemplating and entering their retirement years. The cost of living crisis in Australia is forcing...
Book release 25 July August 2024Melanie PikeI’d never been to a book launch before, so I had absolutely no idea what to expect for my own. When it sold out nine days before the event, I...
Book release Releasing more than just my book June 2024Melanie PikeThis time next month I will have released my book out into the world! I've reread this sentence a couple of times, not because it doesn't make sense, but because...
hello Gosh it's good to have you here... March 2024Melanie PikeI'm so glad you've found me! It feels like blogs have all but dried up these days. In the book world, I've found they're alive and well and that makes...