Observations of us
Santa brought a great little climbing playgym setup for Benjamin for Christmas (Little Tikes Wave Climber).
Santa brought a great little climbing playgym setup for Benjamin for Christmas (Little Tikes Wave Climber). Ben was not sure what to do initially but after some assistance and the addition of some little matchbox cars he was set. Later on he explored underneath, climbed up the ladder and got very excited going down the slide.
Thanks Santa !
A bit of a late post on Boxing Day. We headed home after a great Christmas in Chinchilla. I think we (Benjamin of course) had one last go on the Slip n Slide, and then gave Grandad’s piano a try out. The piano was a big hit.
After leaving Ben was asleep in less than ten minutes, he was knackered. Two bunnies and out like a light. We all really enjoyed the break. Thanks to all.
A bit of a late post on Boxing Day.
We headed home after a great Christmas in Chinchilla. I think we (Benjamin of course) had one last go on the Slip n Slide, and then gave Grandad’s piano a try out. The piano was a big hit.
Ben was asleep in less than ten minutes after leaving , he was knackered. Two bunnies and out like a light.
We all really enjoyed the break. Thanks to all.
Well another Christmas is past. We had a great day in Chinchilla, and of course Santa was ever generous to all.
We started off the day with presents at about 7.30 with Uncle Cam, Aunty Tina, Cousins Tom & Maggie, Uncle Al, Aunty Claire Claire & Cousin Baby Hugo, Nanny Jude and Grandad George.
Well another Christmas is past. We had a great day in Chinchilla, and of course Santa was ever generous to all.
We started off the day with presents at about 7.30 with Uncle Al, Aunty Claire Claire (thats what Ben says) & Cousin Baby Hugo, Uncle Cam, Aunty Tina, Cousins Tom & Maggie, Nanny Jude and Grandad George.
Here is a pic of Benjamin sporting his fancy Christmas clothes from Grandma Colls and Aunty Lorraine (note the mini Santa in his back pocket, very cute). Ben is checking out his new trumpet, which he carried around for most of the day.
The weather man predicted 38 degrees, and I don’t think he was far wrong. Bloody hot !
The kids made good use of Grandad’s makeshift paddling pool to cool down. Mark two was made with the box trailer, some plastic and plenty of duct tape. Worked a treat, have a look at the photos.
Later on the Slip n Slide got a go. Tom tried it out first (to make sure it was safe and OK for Ben). We really didn’t expect Ben to like it, but he really loved it. He was racing back each time for the next shove down the slide.
We finished the morning with a late breakfast. Lots of pancakes, bacon, eggs and english muffins.
Then it was time for lunch. Mum had made a fabulous lunch with baked ham (with her famous glaze) and an array of salads and desserts. In the afternoon Oliver, Emily, Wil and Anita popped in to say hi. The day was filled with food, family, friends and fun. All in all, it was great. Can’t wait till next year.
Ben is still facinated playing Peek-a-boo. Now he laughs and laughs. It is a true joy to watch and play.
Well I had a top weekend at Bathurst camping on Mt Panorama with a bunch of great guys (sorry no gals, it was a boys only event).
The group call themselves the “Linguine Drivers Club” and are basically just a collection of motorsport nuts that make the pilgrimage to Bathurst each year in pursuit of a fun weekend.
We travelled by bus (coach) from the Gold Coast via the coastal route, down to Sydney then west over the Blue Mountains and Lithgow to Bathurst. A long trip (14h), but made easier by the on board entertainment (aided by a bit of alcohol).
Once on site the camp was erected in very short time due to the use of four “quick-shades” rather than tents. Very bloody handy and worth looking into for your next camping trip.
Here are a few of the first batch from Friday I have uploaded into Flickr now moved into Picasaweb (slideshow below) cos I like it better ;).
I will post more over the next few days, keep checking back.
I am trying out a few different online photo sharing apps. This one is Picasaweb by Google. I think I like it.
Linguine Drivers Club Fun.
Friday.
Saturday.
Sunday photos of raceday coming soon ! now uploaded !
This afternoon we had a ripper hail storm. The storm came generally from the south west but when it hit the hail appeared to be coming from every direction. Luckily our only casualty was the peg basket which was hanging from the clothes line. The largest hail was about 30mm in diameter. The noise on our tin roof was unbelievable.
