Happy New Year

Happy New Year
Let 2017 bring new light, peace and joy to you and your families. 

God Bless you all.

Christmas In Australia 2016

This year the kids got basic presents, books and practical gifts. The weather was fantastic and the food as usual was superb. Mom's gift came a little late and Dad got his cologne from Mr. Versace. We all enjoyed G's pavlova while crackers were popped and the kids fought over the best prises.



The Gifts and the Dog

School Christmas play

Another year, another play. It's hard to believe that Karl will be in his last year of primary school next year. Time sure does fly. Martin blew the recorder while his royalness stood at the back making illuminati signs. It was a wonderful day as we sat on deckchairs watching the grades put on a  fantastic show. Mom and Dad were very proud.



Talent is not an option

I'm a Citizen - Finally

Seeing as I had nearly 5 months off sitting around doing nothing...I finally got my paperwork together and got my citizenship. One more thing to tick off. 

Ceremony was a very happy occasion and the Matthew McConaughey look alike got off to a shaky start, but he was soon getting into the 'swing' of things as was the organist who rose out of the floor in grandiose style!

It's a small world when you bump onto your kid's soccer coach and your son's best friend and his family who are all there to do the same. I've now finally got a Westringia to match the one that is flourishing well in the back garden, thanks Moorrabbin Rotary Club, and sorry I was so picky! :)




I'm an Australian

Martin's 9th Birthday

Happy Birthday Martin! What's on the wish list this year...Grossery Gang! More little squishy things to get stuck in the vacuum cleaner or down the dog's throat.

Good on you Martin for banking the $100 from Granny, the bank teller was very proud of you for saving your money every year, just think another 9 years time and you'll nearly have $1500...provided Granny keeps coughing up, thanks Granny💗😉




Birthday Boy

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Karl's 11th

Happy Birthday Karl, and what does an 11 year old want for his Birthday.....$$$$ (and lots of it)! So we decided to give him a scavenger hunt and dot a few (quite a few) $10 notes around the house. No birthday however is the same without presents, and he loves his poo emoji cushion and retro plates.



I'm almost a tweenager

Mr Buller 2016

After 8 years in Melbourne, we've finally gone to Mt Buller!

We managed to get the last few days before the close of the season, great timing Dad! Lucky there was plenty of snow for the kids to learn how to ski. The lesson started at 9:30am, wrapping up at 1pm with lunch. Karl wanted to carry on so he got a 'private' lesson until 3pm....needless to say, he slept well that night!

It's expensive so start saving the $$$$$ for next year Dad!!! (yes MOM)

Ski School

Log Cabin Camp

Karl's first time on camp and he really enjoyed himself. Highlights were the Giant Swing, Possum Glider, Leap of Faith and Archery. Food wasn't too bad either, one night was chocolate cake with chocolate sauce and ice cream....mmmm yum!

He took over 100 photos, good job Karl, and these are four of them.

Golfing in Winter - Australian Style

I sometimes forget that the weather can be so fantastic in the middle of winter. It was a cold start today but once the sun was out for a while its warm rays were felt on golf course. Martin and I went to play today (Queens birthday public holiday) to see how he's skills have improved. Had a great time and you humble narrator even managed 2 Pars. Fun was had by all.



Practise makes perfect

MCW

Karl Jnr and I headed off for a bit of Wrestling at the Thornbury theater last night..... After a meal at the Moors Head and a touch of Persian fairy-floss, we headed in to watch the first bout which was the tag-team championship with Mr Juice. It was a mate's birthday and we all had a blast. Even DDP was there promoting his new Yoga program.



Ballroom Battle

Good Friday Appeal

It was off to the Melbourne Convention Centre for the Good Friday Appeal (in aid of the Royal Melbourne Children's Hospital).

Kids had a blast as always and they were very excited to see the 'Wipeout' balls and just had to give it a try....30mins in the queue and it was finally their turn....they will never say, "that's easy" again, as it's definitely harder than it looks!

The tall inflatable slide should come with a warning "risk of burns" :)

Yum cha for lunch...salt and pepper crispy squid anyone, Yes please!



Boys will be boys

Moomba 2016

Long weekend time again in Australia. Moomba came around again and so did carnies trying to con you out of your last $10. Karl was a real champ and enjoyed every minute of the free 45min BMX tuition while his baby brother cried and cried and refused to join in. We then went to look at a puppy and she was so cute. What name? (email me ideas) - It's a Shih tzu so she can't be called "Spike"



BMX 101

Summer Fun 2016

Just a quick post; summer so far has been great with loads of sunshine. We are truly blessed in the "lucky country".

It's amazing how fast time goes, searching for rocks, swimming, visiting breweries....:) It's been a long "almost" 6 weeks of school holidays and I think the kids are ready to go back to school. Time to pack the school bags and get them ready!



Family Fun