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Quick note about AI

Published 14 days ago • 3 min read

Hey Reader,

Sometimes it’s best to show, rather than tell.

That’s why I’m just popping in really quick to share my favourite way to use AI when it comes to organising my family life.

I ask ChatGPT (or your AI tool of choice) to create a meal plan with specific dietary preferences, within a specific budget, and get it to generate a shopping list.

Prompt 1: Provide me a list of [vegetarian] meal ideas for [breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snack] that are [300-600 calories each] and [include 30g of protein per service] but [under $250 a week].

Just replace the dietary preference, meal types, macros and budget as needed.

Prompt 2: Based on these meals, create a [weekly] meal plan that includes [breakfast, lunch and dinner] ideas for a week, keeping the total [calories under 1600.]

Swap the time frame, meals and macros for your preferences, this is just an example of what I would use.

Prompt 3: Create a shopping list based on this meal plan for [2 adults and 2 children under 12 years]. Ensure that the total shopping cost is [under $250 a week].

Adjust the number of people you are feeding and the budget to adjust quantities properly.

Play around with it. I think you’ll like it for the time and mental energy you’ll save.

Joyce xx

P.S. Subscribing to this newsletter is another way you can save time and mental energy! The events and activities we feature can’t be found on ChatGPT because they’re local events happening in the future AND we curate what we consider the best activities. So AI can do a lot, but it can’t do everything...!

What's On

  • ​Twilight Food Festival (Saturday 22 Mar) Gather friends and family for an evening of great food, live music, and community atmosphere at the Warralily Market.
  • ​Family High Tea (Saturday 22 Mar) A fun, family-friendly experience where kids create whimsical sweet and savoury treats, while adults can enjoy a high tea with a decadent chocolaty twist.
  • ​Construction Club (Saturday 22 Mar) Future engineers and builders can get creative with LEGO and other building challenges at the Boronggook Drysdale Library.
  • ​Bellarine Lakes Intergenerational Music (Monday 24 Mar) A heartwarming musical experience where kids can connect with the older generation through songs, movement, and playful interaction.
  • ​Artists Assemble Make & Create Workshop (Tuesday 25 Mar) Let your mini-Monet explore their creative side with hands-on crafts and fun.
  • ​Teddy Bears Sleepover (Wednesday 26 Mar) Children can bring their favourite teddy for a bedtime story and a special overnight sleepover at the Lara Library.
  • ​Mini Makers (Wednesday 26 Mar) Creative little hands can get busy with a fun-filled session of making, building, and exploring.
  • ​Family Sessions: Rest and Recharge (Thursday 27 Mar) A mindful session designed for parents and kids to relax, connect, and unwind together.
  • ​Friday Flicks Family Movie Night (Friday 28 Mar) Enjoy a cosy Friday night with popcorn and a family-friendly movie—perfect for winding down the week together.

What's Hot

​Festivities in the Foothills​

The upcoming Deans Marsh Festival on Sunday 30 March is where the charm of the Otways hinterland meets family fun. Enjoy live music, local food stalls, kids’ activities, and old-fashioned games in this celebration of rural life.

Whether you're there for the famous Dogs Jump, the competitions, or just a great day out, this affordable festival has something for everyone.

​Woolly Adventures​

If you're looking for a memorable family adventure that blends education with excitement, then look no further than the National Wool Museum in Geelong.

This fantastic destination features award-winning exhibits and interactive activities perfect for all ages. Embark on a captivating journey through the history of Australia’s wool industry and its vital role in shaping our national heritage.

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​Explore the Bay​

Spend an action-packed day exploring the bay in the Bellarine and Mornington Peninsulas on Explore Australia's Bay Sightseeing and Ferry Ride tour. Get up close with local emus and wallabies, visit the colourful bathing boxes and admire panoramic clifftop coastal views. If you're really lucky, you'll also get to enjoy the last months of strawberry picking season! With lunch included, this is an unmissable day trip for families.

​Tales of Escape​

Walk in the footsteps of history in the most intact 19th century prison in Victoria. Thousands have entered the gates of the Geelong Gaol and many have tried to escape.

Hear the stories of these prisoners from costumed guides or historians as part of Geelong Gaol's Escape Tours—bookings available from Saturday 29 March.

​Create Your Masterpiece​

Let the kids lose themselves in a world of colour as they experiment with different styles of paint and other creative materials.

Will they love watercolours or acrylics? Chalk or pastels? Find out at the Paint Party on Monday 24 March at Geelong Library and Heritage Centre (The Dome).

This is a free drop-in event for young people aged 5-18.

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