Happy Holidays

Three cheers for Mr J getting some days off of work so we could spend time here! 

As we joined Mr J's family at their annual beach holiday, we fulfilled our aim of doing close to nothing.  A holiday made for relaxing, laughs, games, family time and fresh air. The best. 

We even got a visit from the cutest puppy, named 'Oi'. 

Happy Holidays! 

Happy 70th Birthday Farnder

I was blessed to spend this past weekend with relatives, at a location two hours away from home. I slept in a swag, laughed at fairy lights that looked like 'sunglasses', watched a massive game of family cricket, aw-ed at the cuteness of my cousins and most importantly celebrated some special birthdays. One birthday in particular was very special, my grandpa's 70th. An inspiring and amazing man I call Farnder, who I see as one of the most wise men I know.

On the Sunday, we woke in time to enjoy eggs & bacon for breakfast and be out of the caravan park by 10:30am. Four cars conveyed towards a park for family photos and present time, with the company of some CB radios for commentating and conversation. Our journey continued to the no-power Claire Main Street for ice creams and refreshments before driving to the main area Farnder grew up in. It was incredible. I learnt where Farnder's childhood homes were - His and His Grandma's. We drove past some amazing old buildings, one being Farnder's school (now a B&B) and arrived at St John's Lutheran Church and cemetery. Spending the weekend learning about the history of family was so much more than I expected. I'm still smiling from the love and enjoyment of celebrating a very special birthday. Family is everything.

Melbourne Long Weekend

DAY ONE - seventh of June

After a day at work, MrJ dropped Mum, Dad, Nathan and I at the airport for our 10:00pm flight to Melbourne. Airports bring back so many memories from this trip. We arrived in melbourne close to midnight, where we waited for our shuttle and scooted through the traffic to our hotel. This may be the last time I sleep in the same room as my family, I’m excited. 

DAY TWO - eighth of June

It was surreal to be waking up in Melbourne this morning. We went for a stroll to find some breakfast, where I had my first (of a few) chai lattes for the weekend. We detoured past some stunning, old buildings on the way. 

The day also consisted of tram and shuttle rides, shopping at this big market and a visit to the aquarium. 

We finished the night at the Crown precinct for dinner, followed by some time in the Casino with other local Lobethians we found. It was a wonderful, massive family day. 

DAY THREE - ninth of June

We had every excuse to take our time to get out of bed this morning, because we are on holidays!! . Today we caught a taxi to harbour town and the shopping time began! After a couple hours we caught the shuttle bus to etihad stadium for West Coast Eagles vs St Kilda. The roof was shut but a sneaky breeze still had us shaking, however, we had great seats and a nail biting game to watch. 

We finished the night in the hotels cafe for dinner and had an early night for an early flight the next morning. 

I wouldn't have asked for anyone else to spend this great little time away with. I heart family! 

Camping Trip

Mr J and I drove three and a half hours to sleep in a national park with no electricity. It was amazing. While at Mambray Creek we learnt how to put up a tent, had various encounters with a deflating mattress (especially at 3:00am!), played games, read for hours, cooked marshmallows over a campfire, had no plans, went to bed early, laughed and ate food. I wouldn't change a thing! God blessed us with beautiful weather, a safe drive, wonderful sights of mountains and bush, quality conversations and a close view of our Australian animals.

Let's go back!

A Weekend Started Well

What a weekend so far! Joyful. Blessed.

Friday night at 10:30pm, Mr J and I drove two whole hours to Pt Victoria to enjoy the company of wonderful friends and to R-to-the-ELAX. We watched movies, the boys let the fish eat their bait, we paddled, ate, laughed, admired the sunset and sat. It was great. 10:00am this morning we returned home for Mr J to earn dollars.

I got home and.... Golly Mac Dolly!! Check out what my inspiring father made me. Yep, a door turned into a desk! I'm in love. Who knew my little bedroom could squeeze in an office?!

Long weekends are fabulous, still two more days to do whatever.
What are you doing during this autumn heat?