Karl's Valedictory & Martin gets his L's

Just a quick blog today with some footage of Martins's first drive around the industrial area. I have to say that all that Forza has helped and he got it in one. 

It was a busy week with Karl's valedictory (aka participation award) where we had to sit through four hours of self-congratulation. Earlier this morning we got Martin a suit for his year 10 formal next week while Karl was working. We had some brunch at The Nest then headed home to do the chores and get ready for the trip to Perth.

Martin takes the wheel

Martin turns 16

It was a great day today with the obligatory morning present opening followed by a great lunch at Ikkoryu Fukuoka where you can customize your Ramen. On the way back we stopped off at Deeds Taproom and Kitchen for a swift schooner. One of the presents was a Miyoo Mini+ and it was a winner. I'm very proud of my two boys. PS Melbourne is still one amazing city.

Happy Birthday Dork

175 Years of the Royal Melbourne Show

It was sad to see Mom leave on the 28th so to cheer ourselves up a little we headed off to the Royal Melbourne Show. It was the same as every year but it's still something we love doing as a family as it brings back many great memories. It was pretty empty due to it being Grand Final day but we never complained. Saying that we got home to watch the Pies take a well-deserved win. 

PS Georgie and Karl Jnr have also decided to visit South Africa early next year.

The show must go on

Karl Jnr turns 18

Just a short post on Karl Jnr's 18th birthday. We did the obligatory morning birthday cake and song for breakfast where Karl received a few gifts, including a shaver to smooth out that hamster on his lip. We went out for lunch to Chocolate Budda in Federation Square and enjoyed some great food. Sadly, it is also the 2nd last day that Gran is here as she is leaving for South Africa tomorrow. The only good news is that Karl and Georgie will go early next year to visit.

PS Karl bought his first beer at Dan Murphy's and kept the receipt.

18th for No.1

Korumburra with Gran

It was the last little trip with Mom on a glorious spring day, so it was off to Korumburra. We stopped off at Tooradin for coffee before arriving at Coal Creek Museum in Korumburra. After a stroll, we hit the high street before heading off to Lock for a fantastic lunch at a local wood-fired pizza restaurant. It was then back home to enjoy the sun to get ready for work tomorrow. PS Australia is awesome.

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