Hi all,
Moo, I think you really have seen all of Wales now, Yes? Glad that the weather was good for your travels. What a piss off about Hayfever season starting again. I'll never forget that first summer I was there, my heart really goes out to you. Does that mean that local honey, is an urban myth?
Sunday evening and I have just returned from a walk with Buddy dog. Mart and Claire have friends from Alice here for dinner, so I'll give them time to catch up, while I write a few lines.
Today we went out in the harbour in the boat. Absolutely beautiful, the water was glassy, and there were only about another 3 boats in the harbour, nothing like the Georges river on a sunday dad. Mart and Claire had a bit of a fish-no luck, but I just took it all in.
The tides here are amazing. Of course Mart's got all the gadgets for the boat, even this thing that measures the depth of the water, which isnt a bad idea, when the tide starts going out. We went from 3metres deep to 1.2metres in about 20metres up one of the arms of the harbour.
I better sign off and go out and join the mob outside.
Cia for now, Zak
Sunday, June 28, 2009
Saturday, June 27, 2009
Welsh Greetings
Isn't it great to read what's happening in the top end. It sounds like a great holiday and I will be booking a flight when I'm in Aus next year! Can't wait.
Jules and I have also been on holiday. We spent the last 4 nights in North Wales. Travelled up on Monday, taking a leisurely way through Mid Wales to reach our destination - Prestatyn. On Tuesday we checked out Rhyl - truly tacky tourism, a bit of a mini Blackpool. Had a few bargains in the op shops though. We then went east of Prestatyn to Holywell and visited St. Winifride's Well - a beautiful, peaceful spot for our picnic. Our return trip was along the"coast" which is actually the river Dee.
Wednesday we travelled to Conwy and crossed the Suspension Bridge, walked the town walls and visited the Smallest House. Then we went on to Llandudno, the reason I wanted to go to North Wales. It is a fabulous Victorian holiday town, beautiful architecture, a long, flat promenade by the shore and a magnificent pier.
Couldn't see it all in the time we had so we returned on Thursday. Stopped at a smaller seaside town, Rhos-on-Sea, on the way. They had a St. Vincent de Paul op shop. Not many of those here. Back in Llandudno we drove around the Great Orme, a stunning drive, and went to the top of the Great Orme also. Of course, we also had to visit the eight op shops the town has, a bit pricey though. We were very fortunate with the weather during our stay.
Had to leave our accommodation on Friday morning. We had planned to go via the west and climb Cader Idris but the weather changed on Friday and heavy showers were forecast. We are fair weather walkers so decided not to risk it. Had a leisurely drive home via the West anyway.
Unfortunately, it's hayfever season for me so had to battle a runny nose and itchy eyes during our days out.
Last night Neil Young headlined at Glastonbury! and today it is Bruce Springsteen. It would have been a great year to be there.
Hope everyone is well and happy. We know Kate , Marty and Claire are. Keep up the posts Kate.
Love to all, Moo xxxxxxxx
Jules and I have also been on holiday. We spent the last 4 nights in North Wales. Travelled up on Monday, taking a leisurely way through Mid Wales to reach our destination - Prestatyn. On Tuesday we checked out Rhyl - truly tacky tourism, a bit of a mini Blackpool. Had a few bargains in the op shops though. We then went east of Prestatyn to Holywell and visited St. Winifride's Well - a beautiful, peaceful spot for our picnic. Our return trip was along the"coast" which is actually the river Dee.
Wednesday we travelled to Conwy and crossed the Suspension Bridge, walked the town walls and visited the Smallest House. Then we went on to Llandudno, the reason I wanted to go to North Wales. It is a fabulous Victorian holiday town, beautiful architecture, a long, flat promenade by the shore and a magnificent pier.
Couldn't see it all in the time we had so we returned on Thursday. Stopped at a smaller seaside town, Rhos-on-Sea, on the way. They had a St. Vincent de Paul op shop. Not many of those here. Back in Llandudno we drove around the Great Orme, a stunning drive, and went to the top of the Great Orme also. Of course, we also had to visit the eight op shops the town has, a bit pricey though. We were very fortunate with the weather during our stay.
Had to leave our accommodation on Friday morning. We had planned to go via the west and climb Cader Idris but the weather changed on Friday and heavy showers were forecast. We are fair weather walkers so decided not to risk it. Had a leisurely drive home via the West anyway.
Unfortunately, it's hayfever season for me so had to battle a runny nose and itchy eyes during our days out.
Last night Neil Young headlined at Glastonbury! and today it is Bruce Springsteen. It would have been a great year to be there.
Hope everyone is well and happy. We know Kate , Marty and Claire are. Keep up the posts Kate.
Love to all, Moo xxxxxxxx
Friday, June 26, 2009
more from the top end
Hi all,
Checked out downtown Darwin with Mart yesterday. Went to the museum and art gallery, fish and chips for lunch on the pier. Checked out the wave pool and Darwin ski club. The harbour is huge, flat and the most brilliant colour.
We spent the evening on the verandah sipping champagne and brewing up amazing banana prawns in asian steamboat style. A long pleasurely dinner over several hours, Fran would have been impressed.
This morning we,ve been op shopping-salvos seem to be very expensive here, with a glass costing $2.99 each-crazy. However we all managed to get a few treasures. We will check out the rest we missed today on Monday.
Marts got a mate here this arvo form Alice, Jeff, so I will play around in the pool. Clare K you should have come with me, the pool is glorious-water temp 28degrees-so you can stay in forever. And both you and Luc would so love Buddy the dog, he is a gorgeous character- as long as you dont leave anything around- he was keen on my electric toothbrush, which we found on his bed, as well as a razor-we still havent found the blade, which is a bit scarey. Claire says he doesnt look like a dog with a razorblade in his gut (whatever they look like) so I'll keep my fingers crossed.
Anyway Im completely loving being here, the first of many trips to the north end for me I hope.
Oh yea, a group of women were charged by a 3 metre saltie on thursday at Nightcliffe beach!
Creepy. Its very weird to be on the coast in this heat, and not swim in the ocean- I cant quite get my head around it.
Anyway thats it for now.
P.S. I was the only person clapping the sunset at Mindl beach on Thursday night.
Love to you all, Zak
Checked out downtown Darwin with Mart yesterday. Went to the museum and art gallery, fish and chips for lunch on the pier. Checked out the wave pool and Darwin ski club. The harbour is huge, flat and the most brilliant colour.
We spent the evening on the verandah sipping champagne and brewing up amazing banana prawns in asian steamboat style. A long pleasurely dinner over several hours, Fran would have been impressed.
This morning we,ve been op shopping-salvos seem to be very expensive here, with a glass costing $2.99 each-crazy. However we all managed to get a few treasures. We will check out the rest we missed today on Monday.
Marts got a mate here this arvo form Alice, Jeff, so I will play around in the pool. Clare K you should have come with me, the pool is glorious-water temp 28degrees-so you can stay in forever. And both you and Luc would so love Buddy the dog, he is a gorgeous character- as long as you dont leave anything around- he was keen on my electric toothbrush, which we found on his bed, as well as a razor-we still havent found the blade, which is a bit scarey. Claire says he doesnt look like a dog with a razorblade in his gut (whatever they look like) so I'll keep my fingers crossed.
Anyway Im completely loving being here, the first of many trips to the north end for me I hope.
Oh yea, a group of women were charged by a 3 metre saltie on thursday at Nightcliffe beach!
Creepy. Its very weird to be on the coast in this heat, and not swim in the ocean- I cant quite get my head around it.
Anyway thats it for now.
P.S. I was the only person clapping the sunset at Mindl beach on Thursday night.
Love to you all, Zak
Wednesday, June 24, 2009
greetings from the top end
Hi all
Oh my god Im in Darwin! Mart and Clare collected me from the airport, Clare was thoroughly amused that I was wearing my jacket when they met me, but the flight up was cold, and as well as my jacket, I had a blanket on in the plane.
Now Im in shorts and singlet! Yesterday went walking on the beach, swimming in the pool, and just hanging around with Mart.
Today doing some chores and just chilling out. Tonight we are off to Mindl Beach night markets, famous for great food and amazing sunsets. Clare tells me the people gathered there 'clap the sunset'-is that too weird to be true?? stay tuned.
The op shopping expedition we will save till Saturday so Clare doesnt miss out.
Monday we plan to get the boat out on the harbour, and Tuesday we will spend the day at Litchfield. The amazing thing is you dont have to worry about a change of plan in case it rains-because it wont!! Moo and Jules you probably dont get this idea at all, even for Illawarra folk, its a bit strange.
Anyway, time for a dip,
Love to you all, Zak
What a great feeling to be here, far away from work and worry.
Oh my god Im in Darwin! Mart and Clare collected me from the airport, Clare was thoroughly amused that I was wearing my jacket when they met me, but the flight up was cold, and as well as my jacket, I had a blanket on in the plane.
Now Im in shorts and singlet! Yesterday went walking on the beach, swimming in the pool, and just hanging around with Mart.
Today doing some chores and just chilling out. Tonight we are off to Mindl Beach night markets, famous for great food and amazing sunsets. Clare tells me the people gathered there 'clap the sunset'-is that too weird to be true?? stay tuned.
The op shopping expedition we will save till Saturday so Clare doesnt miss out.
Monday we plan to get the boat out on the harbour, and Tuesday we will spend the day at Litchfield. The amazing thing is you dont have to worry about a change of plan in case it rains-because it wont!! Moo and Jules you probably dont get this idea at all, even for Illawarra folk, its a bit strange.
Anyway, time for a dip,
Love to you all, Zak
What a great feeling to be here, far away from work and worry.
Monday, June 22, 2009
Holidays
Hi All
It is Tuesday morning and the second day of the month break. Yesterday was a bit of a business day. I went into school and wrapped things up as I am moving to Darwin High School next semester as the year 11 coordinator. I am looking forward to being in a mainstream school again. i also weny to the doctors and he cut a little lumpy thing off my face. he didn't think it was a danger to me but I got him to cut it off anyway ( I always wanted a scar on my face since John Waters was in Rush). I'm thinking about putting the boat in today but I still have to get my tax done.
Zak is here tonight for a week and after that Skinny is here for a couple also. I am going to try and post often over the month because it's the perfect time of year to be here.
Cheers
Marty
It is Tuesday morning and the second day of the month break. Yesterday was a bit of a business day. I went into school and wrapped things up as I am moving to Darwin High School next semester as the year 11 coordinator. I am looking forward to being in a mainstream school again. i also weny to the doctors and he cut a little lumpy thing off my face. he didn't think it was a danger to me but I got him to cut it off anyway ( I always wanted a scar on my face since John Waters was in Rush). I'm thinking about putting the boat in today but I still have to get my tax done.
Zak is here tonight for a week and after that Skinny is here for a couple also. I am going to try and post often over the month because it's the perfect time of year to be here.
Cheers
Marty
Friday, June 12, 2009
Hi All
Thought I'd give an update of life in Wales. No one else seems to have anything to say. Still waiting to hear about Luna Park but have just about given up on the Glenbrook Isos ever posting again!
We are enjoying the summer here. The weather has been quite good - lovely on some days.
Yesterday Jules and I climbed Pen Y Fan which is the highest peak in southern Britain (886m).
It is in the Brecon Beacons and is a beautiful part of the world.
Today we are picking Genevieve up from the bus for her to spend the weekend in Pontardawe. She is not having much luck with finding work in London and is becoming a bit discouraged. We decided a break from the big smoke will do her good so she will be with us until Monday.
Gen is looking forward to meeting little Bree, our newest family member. What a beautiful child she is! Will post some photos when I get some.
Not much else to add for now. Hope you are all still alive!
Love to you all
Moo xxxx
Thought I'd give an update of life in Wales. No one else seems to have anything to say. Still waiting to hear about Luna Park but have just about given up on the Glenbrook Isos ever posting again!
We are enjoying the summer here. The weather has been quite good - lovely on some days.
Yesterday Jules and I climbed Pen Y Fan which is the highest peak in southern Britain (886m).
It is in the Brecon Beacons and is a beautiful part of the world.
Today we are picking Genevieve up from the bus for her to spend the weekend in Pontardawe. She is not having much luck with finding work in London and is becoming a bit discouraged. We decided a break from the big smoke will do her good so she will be with us until Monday.
Gen is looking forward to meeting little Bree, our newest family member. What a beautiful child she is! Will post some photos when I get some.
Not much else to add for now. Hope you are all still alive!
Love to you all
Moo xxxx
Tuesday, June 2, 2009
Greetings from Wales
Hi All
Lovely to speak to you on the Annivrsary! Sorry we weren't there to join in the celebrations but we were thinking of you all - and a good excuse to have champagne at breakfast.
It was great to have Gen staying with us for just over a week. She is in London now looking for work. Hope she finds something soon.
We have been enjoying some fabulous weather here. Jules and I had a lovely day out on Sunday. Beautiful drive through the countryside, a picnic on the beach at Llangrannog - we took Mum & Dad there - and then a visit to a castle at Cilgerran. I then met Gil, Louise and a few others to "wet the babies head". Came close to drowning her I think.
Laura has had her baby - so I am now a great great aunt! - delivered Bree at 3.45a.m. on Sunday morning weighing in at 6lb 6oz. I have not met her yet but have seen photos. Mother and baby both doing well and should be home today.
Am checking the blog daily for a report on the Luna Park visit Connor.
I am getting plenty of work. Hard to go when the weather is so fabulous.
Hope everyone has recovered from the anniversary celebrations.
Love to all
Moo xxxxxx
Lovely to speak to you on the Annivrsary! Sorry we weren't there to join in the celebrations but we were thinking of you all - and a good excuse to have champagne at breakfast.
It was great to have Gen staying with us for just over a week. She is in London now looking for work. Hope she finds something soon.
We have been enjoying some fabulous weather here. Jules and I had a lovely day out on Sunday. Beautiful drive through the countryside, a picnic on the beach at Llangrannog - we took Mum & Dad there - and then a visit to a castle at Cilgerran. I then met Gil, Louise and a few others to "wet the babies head". Came close to drowning her I think.
Laura has had her baby - so I am now a great great aunt! - delivered Bree at 3.45a.m. on Sunday morning weighing in at 6lb 6oz. I have not met her yet but have seen photos. Mother and baby both doing well and should be home today.
Am checking the blog daily for a report on the Luna Park visit Connor.
I am getting plenty of work. Hard to go when the weather is so fabulous.
Hope everyone has recovered from the anniversary celebrations.
Love to all
Moo xxxxxx
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