It's spring and also Father's Day. After brekkie, we headed out to Acland Street in St Kilda where they had a car and bike festival. The sun broke through and we had a great time. Karl Jnr wanted to chill at home (not a car person) to gear up to take Martin to his football game now that he has his P's in Pakenham. After a wander, we drove back to Mordi and had a few Tacos at Sol Agave. So looking forward to Summer.
Just a quick video. The clan went down to Lystertfield Park to enjoy a sunny winters day and to drive bikes.Martin sadly shagged my eBike to the point where the chain falls off every 5 minutes and the motor now just says NO. We then left, picked up some KFC before coming home. Once done we took the recycling to make a few bob and popped into Boatrocker which is 50min away.
Quick Spin (odd colour grading)
Here is a quick post on Martins's new bicycle. He finally has the dual-suspension trail bike he always wanted. While Karl Jnr was working we decided to have a cycle to Mordialloc to make a few bets on the horses and pint at The Sporting Globe (I won $85 on the horses). We returned to Urban Ground for a small boutique beer before cycling through the Wetlands. It's now time for a BBQ and to enjoy the Footy.
First time back to Cape Town in 25 years, a very long overdue visit! With a lot of emotions and a lot of tears, solo trips are always hard. Was great to see my sister Samantha and high school friend Nikki again after such a long time. Thanks, Nikki and Sean for a wonderful snoek braai dinner followed by a day out to Kalk Bay. Had a delicious lunch at Beira Mar Portuguese restaurant followed by a pit stop at the Aegir Project Brewery in Noordhoek. Oh, and don't forget the SCRATCH PATCH!
Spent most of the days that followed with Mom, ensuring she had what she needed. The home feeds them well, I can finally vouch for that, and it's tasty!
Also managed to cram in a lovely lunch with the in-laws, Karl and Jacqui at On the Rocks in Blourberg, followed by ice cream and a walk by the beach. Plus a trip to the Waterfront and enjoyed a traditional lunch at Karibu restaurant, I was craving waterblommetjies! Had a great final dinner at the Hassar Grill, just downstairs from my hotel, Crystal Towers, both of them, highly recommended. Might see you again Cape Town, but not on my own. (Dad's note; it won't be with me).
While Karl Jnr was at work we went to Mont de Lancey in the Yarra Valley to give Martin some driving practice. It's a historical homestead with many fantastic features, structures and buildings. The best 'feature' of the trip was the German Blacksmith who sounded like my dad who told me how a man with a passion enjoys life.
