greetings from the south coast

Hi all, What the hell is going on with this blog. Moo cannot get on and now I cant put photos on. I am scared we are going to lose it all. Should we download it all,print it all and start again or what. Any ideas from anyone?? I cant bear the thought of losing it all!!! it has been such a great way for us all to connect. Actually I should discuss with Clare and Lucy, they will no doubt, have a solution. Love to you all, Zak

News from the capital

OK Kate, you have guilted me into writing something. Just returned from the Blues Festival in N Narooma. After 3 years of being away, the organiser realised he had made a big mistake and brought it back. Beautiful weather and some great music. Clare came with me, and we also had Michael and Tina, Kate, Lisa, Terry and their 14 month old, Bridget as well as  two of their friends. Clare had a great time, I think we have converted her to a blues fan. It was tough without Steve there as he always enjoyed it so much and he was really looking foward to going back to Narooma this year. As Kate said, Lucy's 21st was great, though it was another tough time for us. Thanks to Michael who helped get the yard ready, came around on the day and got things organised and cooked for me. Don't know what I would do without  Michael and Tina. Nice to see the Isaksens represented as well. Looking forward to a visit from Mum and Dad tomorrow, and Claire as well in the next few weeks. Will have to stock up on champagne!!  Nothing much else is happening, downhill run from here till the end of the year.

greetings from the south coast

Hi anyone out there, Spring is definitely here. The garden is looking pretty colourful. Im happy to say Annie's is looking pretty good as well. Hopefully we will get a few more plants in at her place in the next month before summer kicks in. What a great few days I had with Annie Clare and Lucy, celebrating Lucy's 21st.She looked so amazingly beautiful on the day of her birthday. I know she's always beautiful, but her eyes that day were extradinary, the most amazing brilliant colour, and her skin was flawless and glowing.I hear the celebrations kicked on for a week, and a few more of the family got to celebrate with her. Unfortunately I didnt have my camera, as Hasi took it to Germany, but hopefully there are a few good shots around taken by others. So what the hell is happening to this blog, or has everyone gone to facebook. I get that Annie mightnt be in the mood for writing, but what is everyone else's excuse?? I have to say Steve was always a great contributor to this blog, always with a few photos thrown in. Well I suppose as no one is reading it, I might stop here. think I will just go and move some furniture. Anyone got a great colour idea for a repaint of a kitchen dresser? Stripping it back is not an option. Far too much work, and too much brown anyway. Of course, unless Moo or Jules need a project when they are here. The 2015 Elvis festival accommadation is in the pipeline, but I dont think much will happen till half way through next year. Im emailing Ray White Parkes about it, they are the ones that do the house rentals. They obviously didnt read the email very well, as they have sent me an application for 2014. Maybe they have never had anyone so keen, as to apply17months early. I will keep you posted. Im also supposed to be doing this years christmas draw, but need someone to assist, so maybe I wll wait till next time Im with mum and dad. Anyway that my lot.Love Zak

greetings from the south coast

Hi all So Friday morning, and its warming up to be a gorgeous day.Other than the dentist,Im planning a beautiful cycle along the coast and my first dip of the season in the ocean!! If I had a housecleaner, I could head off to the beach right now. I wish I was one of those people that loved to clean, good for the soul, cleanliness next to godliness, and all that stuff. Unfortunately I see it as a horrible chore, and leave it till I can see scung climbing up the walls. Excuse me for a moment while I go and hang the sheets out. OK. Sheets on the line, 2nd load in. Its a cleaning blitz today. Last weekend I hung out with mum while dad was with Annie and the girls.We had a beautiful Sunday up with Clare, Dave Tim and Michael, as well as Kate,Gerry, Brig, Gen, Elle, and beleive it or not Johnnie Jim, as mum still calls him. (I bet he hates that)and his sweetie, Lara. It was a great day. I love those guys. I plan to garden all weekend, and hopefully fire up the kiln, so I can one day get the tiling in the bathroom finished. Message to all, dont ever mirror mosaic around the shower. Soap scum is a disgusting thing!! Will try to get some poles up, as well, to hook a hammock to, which we have been discussing for ages. In January I told the electrician I would phone him on the 1st February, lucky I didnt specify what year, as that will now be 2014. So as you can see, I am talking complete trivia, and ignoring the cleaning business. Enough is enough. Im turning off the computer and getting started. Oops just need to check out a recipe or two first!! Have a beautiful weekend. Ive voted already, so the weekend is not tarnished. Thats all Im saying about that. Love to you all, Zak

Welsh Greetings

Hi All,
Thanks for my birthday greetings. I had a lovely birthday. It's certainly more enjoyable to have a summer birthday. Had my Australian birthday start with a small gathering in the front garden. On the Saturday I went to a barbecue for another friends' birthday. Was a lovely day.
Am sorry to be missing Liam's 21st Birthday Party but will be thinking of him and his revellers. Enjoy!
Last weekend went to an indoor barbecue (due to weather) at Karen's house (Julian's niece/Laura's Mum) for Clarry's 65th birthday. Jules didn't join me as he has been out of sorts for about a week. Better now thankfully.
Had a few days of work this week. No tickets booked yet but will let you know when we have.
Hope everyone is well and happy. Enjoy the party/Joan Baez/life in general.
Love to all
Moo xxxxx

News from the capital

Since Kate is putting us all to shame with all her posting, thought I should put something on. The big news I received today is I have a two years more at Melba- another 2 year extension. It is good to be in a supportive work environment for another two years, before I think about going somewhere else. Well the musical is nearly upon us- next week, and after that two weeks off on LSL, just got that approved today as well. As Kate said we had a great trip to Wagga, I'm glad Kate came, it was a little weird and sad not going down with Steve as we had in the past. Next time we all go down we are staying a few nights- looking forward to showing Kate the art gallery and also the glass gallery which I know she will love. Also looking forward to Jack and Fran coming- thank God I have a week off before they come, so I can put the back room into some sort of semblance!! Anyway that is about all from me, Yolande lent me all 3 series of Downtown Abbey- so Clare and I will be watching that over the next few weeks. Anyway that's about all from me. And I am VERY EXCITED about the proposed Isaksen road trip to Elvis in 2015!! Kate and I danced around the room down here in Canberra a few times on the weekend!!

greetings from the south coast

Hi everyone, Well just thought I better put something on during August. I hope all the horses had a great birthday on the 1st August, as Moo did on the 10th. That weekend I was down with my darlings in canberra, with a side trip to Wagga to finally see where Lucy is living and studying. It was a great day for a road trip, and as Annie was the driver, I could just sit back and let it all soak in, and sing along to a road trip music selection of about 240 songs put together by Annie, including Neil Diamond, Neil Young, James Taylor, the Carpenters,Joan Baez, and more, more, more. Its amazing how all the words come back to you, after all those years. This weekend just past was spent in the garden, after buying about 30plants at the greenplan sale on Friday. Next weekend Im heading back down to canberra, to see Joan Baez with Annie. That should be a great concert. It is however extremely unfortunate that I will miss Liam's 21st celebrations. That is life,you dont have any engagements for months, then you have 2 on the same day. I know its going to be a great party. Time to get ready for yoga. Love to you all, Zak