21 October 07 - 14:00On The Way
I don't know how CJ and Eden survived it. After their roles as lower girl and page boy and Aunty Jill and Uncle Jason's wedding on Saturday night, they were up and on their way to the airport at 5am on Sunday morning.
For the unitiated - that is US, the running through customs and immigration were a daunting experience but we made it through with flying colours. Then, after a 30 minute delay we were on the plane and off to another country - South Korea! And what a fantastic flight it was. The kids meals were larger than the adults ones and Eden and CJ were most impressed - chocolates were even included. Kathy and I were very jealous.
Our entry into Incheon International Airport was a nerve racking experience for us - not really knowing where to go and who to turn to but it all sorted out in the ...
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16 October 07 - 10:48A Night (and Day) on the Town
Kathy and I decided that there were not going to be too many opportunities in the next few months to have time without th ekids so we decided to treat ourselves to a night in Melbourne.
We stayed at the luxurious Windsor Hotel opposite the Victorian Parliament House and then spent the afternoon walking the streets of Melbourne City. We then got dressed up and went to the most famous street for restaurants in Australia - Lygon Street. As we walked down the street, many of the restaurant owners came out and tried to con us into eating at their establishments. We ended up getting free drinks, a free entree and a free desert!! Add to that the most scrumptious pasta dishes we have ever had, a bottle of Shiraz Cab and the night was off to a great start!
We then headed off to Crown Casino and the roulette table. Kathy went for her lucky 27 Red and, you guessed it, it came up - not once but TWICE!. ...
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07 October 07 - 10:57Luna Park
Wow! Another cool day. Nan and the family all went to Luna Park for the day and we had a ball. The kids had their first go at rides by themselves and that what that. All we heard fom then on was "No, we don't want you to come on with us!!" But on some rides they had no choice.
I was put in my place by CJ when we went on the Pirate Ship. As it finished, he said "Dad, you're too heavy. We didn't go up high enough!!!" At that stage, I apologised to everyone else on the ride.
However, CJ made up for it by saying that he had had a "Super cool day." My sentiments exactly!
More photos at http://www.flickr.com/photos/brehauts/sets/72157602302106717/
04 October 07 - 14:34The Melbourne Aquarium
Another great day with Sharon, Ellen, James and Lachlan. We all went to the Melbourne Aquarium by tram. First on the agenda was watching the feeding of the sharks, turtles and various variety or fish. The it was tiem for a fun ride. We caught up with John for lunch and then returned to the aquarium for the rest of the viewings. A great display of jelly fish as well as the touchy-feely part of the aquarium where the kids got to play with sea stars and other creepy crawlies. More photos at http://www.flickr.com/photos/brehauts/sets/72157602254160639/
01 October 07 - 09:50Another Day at the Farm
It was great to get together with the entire family down at the Kelly's farm on the weekend. Nan and Pa, Sharon, John, Ellen and James (and Finny), Ruth, Mathew and Lachlan and our mob spent two nights and three days together in what could only be called wet, windy and cold conditions. However, we all braved the weather and managed to get along very well eating and drinking, reading and playing games, chatting and watching the AFL Grand Final. It was also a great time to get some family photos taken. More photos at http://www.flickr.com/photos/brehauts/sets/72157602217937002/
25 September 07 - 09:53At the Kelly's Farm
We had a wonderful visit to Uncle John and Aunty Sharon's farm. Caleb and Eden played with their cousins Ellen and James as we all walked and explored the new farm. The kids had a great time and it was wonderful to catch with them. More photos at http://www.flickr.com/photos/brehauts/sets/72157602144357412/
18 September 07 - 12:23Farewell to Our Brisbane Friends
We had a great night on Saturday night with a farewell dinner with all of our Brisbane friends. We are certainly going to miss them all. Thanks for a great night!
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