life .. or something like it

Despite being tired from doing house inspections in hot weather, we decided to push through with plans to go to Canberra. After multiple stopovers  (including one at the weereewaa lookout) to rest we finally made it to the Bauis’ home, good thing they were kind enough to put us up for the weekend so we didn’t have to look for extended stay hotels.

The following day we visited the Parliament House some of the areas outside were blocked off to prepare for the following days Australia day celebrations. Dinner was at the Molinas who treated us with a delicious steak dinner and wonderful conversation.

Australia day was spent checking out Cockington Green before driving back to Sydney.

The past weekend was spent with friends. Saturday night dinner at Nando’s to catch up with Tin & fam and Roselle & fam. E had tons of fun playing with Ate RD, CN and A, and kept running around the restaurant. Sunday afternoon was spent catching up with Ness & Joel and their baby J. It was a fun afternoon that included a birthday pavlova for me and E.

It was a good weekend indeed!

Last boxing day, we decided to go to scenic world in blue mountains. We purchased a scenic pass that includes a return skyway and return valley (either via cableway or railway). The view was fantastic and we’re sure to go back again sometime maybe for a little hike.

The following day was reserved for Questacon and it didn’t disappoint. E had tons of fun and didn’t want to leave. On the drive back to Sydney as expected E slept like a log.

I am thankful.

For the blessings – that come and continue to come.

For the little bumps – for they make me grow wiser (hopefully!), learn and appreciate what I have more.

For my family – for loving me in spite of all my shortcomings. hehe. miss ko kayo!

For my extended family – for being there for the three of us.

For old friends – for making the effort despite the distance.

For new friends – for making our life here a bit easier.

For Ichi and E!

2008 has been more of a transition year for us, I wish that this year we will get our groove back. Here’s to exploring more of Oz this year.

Happy birthday to me!!

Our Christmas gift tags for this year.

For ichi

Credits: 2007 Holiday Card Collection by Shabby Princess.

For friends and family

Credits: LEFT – Paper from holiday sampler by Shabby Princess. Holiday wordart from 2007 Holiday Card Collection by Shabby Princess. Merry Christmas tag from Holiday Magic Freebie by Cinzia Loosemore. Christmas tree sticker from Monthly Memories Kit by Heather Ann Designs.
RIGHT – Wordart from 2007 Holiday Card Collection by Shabby Princess. Paper from Occasions by Shabby Princess. Birdy from Daybreak In Miami by Eva Kipler. Tis The Season Alpha by Tracy Collins. Flowerbow from Cathy boys birthday bash addon.

A couple weeks ago we drove to Canberra for the weekend at the invitation of the Molinas. They had planned an early Christmas get-together with their friends there and invited us. As we had been wanting to go for a while now, we didn’t pass up on the invite. Before we went to their home we visited the Australian War Memorial. E had a great time looking at the various items on display. After picking up some food, off we went to the Molinas. It was a fun christmas get together, complete with great company, good food, nice gifts and plenty of laughter.

Driving to Canberra	Car seat fun
Happy passenger
Australian War Memorial
requisite peace sign pose
liking the diorama
party at the molinas
putting to use tita carlene’s christmas gift
gift giving
games
kids turn

With all the pics that we’re accumulating, its a good thing we have external hard drives for storage.

Was chatting with Jen a few weeks ago and after a while E and her daughter took over our computers and chatted.

showing something to S

webcam windows

E taking a picture of the laptop