Welcome to the House of Murray....

A Midsummers Night Swim....

2012-01-03T07:57:00.000+11:00

Or should I say paddle? Whichever the water was enough to cool everyone down from the mad Melbourne heat that we are experiencing at the moment.

Airconditioners are running full bore, fans are swinging from side to side in hope of moving around some much needed cool air and everyone is getting grumpy due to the heat!!

A Heatwave..... Forecast 40°C!!

2012-01-02T19:58:00.011+11:00

Summer has well and truly hit us here in Melbourne. Thankfully the wading pool was a good investment. Alex loves it in there - getting in at every chance.....

It was so hot today that we went to the cinema trying to hide from the heat.

We saw The Adventures of Tin Tin and it was brilliant. All of us enjoyed it including Grandma.

Dinner was cooked on the BBQ as we really didn't need any extra heat in the house. We had Barbecued Lamb and Vegetables which was delish.....

A trip to Hastings....

2012-01-01T20:45:00.006+11:00

It was hot and New Years Day - we didn't have anything planned. Oliver had gone out with his friend Jai. We decided to go for a drive down the penninsula but by the time we got to Dromana the traffic was practically stopped so we did a slight detour making our way to Hastings.

A nice impromptu lunch of fish and chips under a shady tree... a walk down the pier and then it was home time.

New Years Eve 2011

2012-01-01T05:00:00.000+11:00

LNew Years Eve was destined to be a quiet one - nothing planned, no parties, etc but a chance conversation saw Mel, Steve and Jai over for the evening and it turned out brilliant.

We served up some nibblies, cooked marinated half chooks on the bbq served with some salad, did some shots, chatted away until we all saw the New Year of 2012 in.

Followed of course by a swim as it was still hot......

They do look somewhat large for the wading pool but it got them cool so their mission was complete!!

The demolishing of the Gingerbread House.

2011-12-30T19:17:00.017+11:00

Yep it was time... time to demolish the gingerbread house that has taken prime position on our dining room table since Christmas.

I had promised the Ricardo boys that we would all do it together... so after a bbq dinner of home made hamburgers (Noel's specialty) .....

And then it was on...... each and everyone taking a turn.....

The house ended up like this:

Oh well it was enjoy and I guess we will just have to build another one this year.

Walkathon Pink Fairy Princess

2011-11-18T19:36:00.000+11:00

Today Ballam Park Primary School had there annual walkathon and all the classes had a different colour theme... Alex's class theme was pink!

Alex did really well completing the whole walkathon (10 laps) in the heat of the Melbourne. It was 33 degrees, very muggy and she was exhausted by the time she got home!!

Well done to our PINK FAIRY PRINCESS!!!

Junior Masterchef at work

2011-11-16T19:54:00.000+11:00

Oliver decided he would cook dinner tonight. Although it was a spur of the moment decision by him, limited ingredients the outcome was achieved - a yummy dinner that both he and Alex enjoyed!

Daniel's 2nd Birthday

2011-11-13T18:09:00.000+11:00

WOW

Happy 2nd Birthday Daniel

Daniel's birthday was celebrated at Edithvale reserve. Thankfully the rain held off (a few spits here and there) but an enjoyable day was had by one and all.

Our baby birds....

2011-10-31T17:54:00.000+11:00

Mother nature has done her incredible task again...... producing baby birds this time.

There are 4 in the nest!

Menu Plan Monday (30th October - 4th November)

2011-10-31T06:20:00.002+11:00

It's Melbourne Cup week here which was when we were meant to be going camping but unfortunately with the weather that was forecast and not finding the "perfect" campsite we chose not to go away and have delayed our plans until the Christmas/New Year period.

So with being home, Noel working and the kids at school this what's on this week's menu:

Saturday ~ Moroccan Lamb Shanks
Sunday ~ Homemade Hamburgers with the Lot, Caramelised Capsicum Relish, Mustard and Herb Roast Potato Bites
Monday ~ Roast Chicken with mashed potato, vegetables and gravy
Tue ~ Pork and Coriander Dumplings in Spicy Asian Broth
Wed ~ Lasagne, Salad and Garlic Brea
Thu ~ Baked Chicken and Mushroom Crepes
Fri ~ Spicy Pork Stir Fry

As you have probably gathered by now, I LIVE for menu planning! By menu planning it ensures that we have a weeks worth of meals organised which is especially useful Monday through Friday when there is not much of the day left after finishing work, picking up the kids from school and having to deal with the tasks of homework, clothes washing, showers, etc., and to do without the hassle of worrying WHAT we are cooking for dinner each night. Honestly if I left deciding what’s for dinner until I go home we wouldn’t eat until midnight!!

I know that our week starts on a Saturday but that’s just for the ease of fitting in with my grocery shopping which is normally done on a Friday night or Saturday afternoon. As usual more great menu ideas can be found at Menu Plan Monday over at I’m An Organising Junkie, don’t be shy pop over and have a look at other’s menu plans. You never know you may just find something different to have for dinner.

Some recipes for things we cook can be found over at our cooking blog, A Dash Of Flavour, normally posted after they have been cooked or just click on the links for each meal when they appear.

Happy cooking,

Jo xx

Our first outdoor dinner for Spring

2011-10-30T20:14:00.000+11:00

Tonight we had our first bbq for Spring sitting outside as it was a nice mild night..... The bbq and the chef got a good work out as hamburgers with the lot were on the menu!

Putting the burger together... a mission and a half!

It was nice night sitting outside.

Hamburgers with the Lot, Caramelised Capsicum Relish, Mustard and Herb Roast Potato Bites - YUM!!

It's a man's job....

2011-10-23T23:17:00.000+11:00

My car had a flat tyre by Sunday so Noel was about to change it over and Ollie decided to help out...

Well done lads... all fixed.

A Murray family picnic in the park - Sean's birthday

2011-10-23T22:16:00.000+11:00

day we spent a lovely afternoon in the park to celebrate Sean's birthday - lots of fun!!

All of these were taken at Chelsea Park - a beautiful spot for a picnic and has lots of playground for the kids.

Off on a small adventure.... looking for a campsite

2011-10-22T17:56:00.000+11:00

Today the kids and I are off on a mini adventure - in search of a campsite for next weekend's camping trip.

Should be really fun considering the choice will be up to us - Noel is at work so we will just have to hope for the best considering no-one will be camping this weekend and there is the chance that all sites will be full next weekend especially if the weather is good.

These photos were taken near O'Briens Crossing in Lerderderg State Park, Victoria.

Menu Plan Monday (22nd October - 29th October

2011-10-22T05:43:00.020+11:00

Here is what's on this week's menu:

Saturday ~ Mexican Pizza
Sunday ~ Chinese BBQ Pork/Peking Duck Rolls
Monday ~ Steak with Herb Stuffed Mushrooms
Tue ~ Beef Tacos with salad
Wed ~ Prawn Biryani
Thu ~ Chinese Take Away
Fri ~ Chicken Parmiagana Parcels

Menu Plan Monday (15th October - 21st October)

2011-10-20T08:33:00.000+11:00

Cannot believe another week is nearly over and once again I am late posting our weekly menu. We have been busy both on the work/school front as well as the personal side. At the moment we are getting ready to go camping on the Melbourne Cup Long Weekend.... not only are we finding all of our camping bits and bobs but also trying to find a nice bush location to camp that is not full of motorbike riders, yobbo's or still recovering from the bush fires.

Saying this - here is what's on this week's menu:

Saturday ~ Kasturi Indian Restaurant Frankston
Sunday ~ Chargrilled T Bone Steaks with Coconut Chilli Sauce
Monday ~ Slow Cooked Cider and Herb Braised Beef Ribs
Tue ~ Oven bake fish and chips
Wed ~ Chicken with Prosciutto, Blue Cheese and Semi Dried Tomatoes
Thu ~ Pasta Milano
Fri ~ Mince Beef Curry with Vegetables

A Family BBQ

2011-10-14T23:23:00.012+11:00

We had a lovely evening with all the family at Mam and Dad's house tonight.

Dad focused on cooking the BBQ

Christian having look at his Uncle Noel and that shirt!

A huge cuddle for Uncle Noel

What a cutie Daniel is!

Another nice evening together. Charlie slept through the whole event so sadly no new photos of her tonight! Next time I guess.....

Bubbles and bubbles ....

2011-10-14T09:01:00.000+11:00

A bird in a nest

2011-10-11T16:41:00.000+11:00

This little bird sitting in her nest in our backyard - we are not sure if she is sitting on eggs or getting the nest ready.

I guess we will just have to keep an eye on her.

Menu Plan Monday (8th October - 14th October)

2011-10-10T07:07:00.005+11:00

A full week together - this is an interesting thought... hehehe!!

No travel planned for any of us so I guess we can say that it's back to normal in the House of Murray this week. The kids are back at school, Noel and I are working so we all have a busy week ahead.
On this week's menu is:

Saturday ~ Lamb with Minted Spring Vegetables
Sunday ~ Toasted Sandwiches
Monday ~ Beef and Spinach Cannelloni and salad
Tue ~ Chicken and Vegetable Casserole with Mashed Potatoes
Wed ~ Sweet and Spicy Beef Noodles
Thu ~ Caribbean Style Pork Cutlets with Rice Salad
Fri ~ BBQ at Mam and Dad Murray's

Sunday.... sleep in's, lunch with family, relaxing....

2011-10-09T16:47:00.000+11:00

WOW I had a sleep in this morning - cannot remember the last time I did that. My body just normally doesnt' allow it. We woke, made a nice pot of brewed coffee and enjoyed the serenity of no football for the 3rd Sunday in a row (and I am still not used to it!!)

Lunch today was with the whole Murray family at the Lynbrook Hotel. It was nice but to be honest I am so over all you can eat buffets - if you cannot control yourself it can be major problem for your belly and your well being for the rest of the day.

It was good to see baby Charlie again especially how much she has grown and can see she has the Murray sweet tooth enjoying some chocolate icecream!

One nice thing is that all of Ann and Ged's 5 grandchildren were together and we managed to get a nice photo of them (after many attempts).

We will relax and potter for the rest of this Sunday afternoon getting ready for the kids being back at school tomorrow and of course we have to go to work!

Take care,

The Murray Family xx

Surprise Alex....

2011-10-08T09:23:00.000+11:00

While the kids were in Brisbane Noel and I became renovators and decided to revamp Alex's bedroom into a special room for a growing girl..... here it is now:

Do you think she likes it?

This is 2 am in the morning...... honestly I don't think she could believe her eyes!!

Menu Plan Monday (1st Oct - 7th Oct)

2011-10-03T07:06:00.002+11:00

Ok so I missed another week with what I hope is my last week at Kilmore for a long time (no offence Kilmore but I am over you at the moment)!

The kids are still away this week coming home on Friday night so we have something to look forward to after the working week and we are both so looking forward to seeing the two of them.

So to make the most of menu planning this week this is what is on the House of Murray Menu Planner:

Saturday ~ Steak with Creamy Tarragon Sauce
Sunday ~ Ling Wah Chinese Restaurant
Monday ~ Prosciutto and Semi Dried Tomato Tortilla
Tue ~ Lamb with Minted Spring Vegetables
Wed ~ Chilli Lime Prawn and Vegetable Stir Fry
Thu ~ Mexican Omelette
Fri ~ Out with Hanson (not sure on venue)

A week apart....

2011-09-29T09:18:00.000+10:00

This week has been very strange for all of us and I have to say I have been really feeling the difference.

Last Thursday we put the kids on a plane bound for Bribie Island to spend the school holidays with their grandma, lucky right?

Noel and I enjoyed the weekend together but found it hard dealing with the quietness and the fact that the kids were not there.

Monday morning I packed my bags and headed away with work for the week and I will be returning home tomorrow. Staying away is hard at the best of times but this week it has been quite a strain knowing that we are all so far apart from each other.

Noel has been batching it at home all by himself! Has he enjoyed the peace and serenity?? I have no idea.

Thankfully I will be home on Friday night but it's still another week before the kids come home :(

Off to Grandma's.....

2011-09-22T10:57:00.000+10:00

Here are Oliver, Alex and their cousin Kyle waiting to board their flight to Brisbane. They are a little excited as it's the first holiday that the 3 of them have been on together.

My two will be back on the 7th October at the end of the school holidays where as Kyle will only be there for one week. God help Grandma!!!

All I can say is.... our house was quiet tonight!

Menu Plan Monday ~ 17th Sep - 23rd Sep 2011

2011-09-20T09:35:00.001+10:00

WOW I cannot believe it's been so long since I put up our menu planner. It's not that we haven't been menu planning because we have otherwise we just wouldn't be feeding the family as I have mentioned over the last few months we have just been so busy especially me with working away from home.

This week and the next coming weeks are no different to the usual kaos that seems to go hand in hand with the Murray family. On Thursday the kids fly out to Brisbane for 2 weeks and next week I am away with work most of the week leaving Mr Murray to fend for himself!

So to make the most of menu planning this week this is what is on the House of Murray Menu Planner:

Saturday ~ Presentation Day at footy club
Sunday ~ Baxter Tavern, Baxter
Monday ~ Spaghetti Bolognaise
Tue ~ Mu Shu Pork
Wed ~ Spicy Asian Broth with Pork and Coriander Dumplings
Thu ~ Home Made Pizzas
Fri ~ Prawn Curry with Tomato and Herbs

Presentation Day and AGM 2011

2011-09-17T22:10:00.000+10:00

Today saw the last function for the 2011 footy season. This season has been a long one again with the additional 4 weeks to host the F&DJFL finals series for the 3rd year in a row. We did have some fun during the extra weeks so there is no need to complain......

Presentations went off well with both kids recieving awards for playing.

Alex receiving her award from Coach Kevin and Team Manager Tracy

Oliver receiving his award from Coach Daryl.

Oliver also was award with another award which was wonderful. He received "U13's Most Improved Player 2011".

As for the AGM I have to say it was a very interesting meeting this year. A few heated members voicing their opinions which is fine. A lot of what was vented unfortunately wasn't call for but that is the beauty or ugliness of free speach I guess.

I have been voted in as Treasurer again for next year (it will be my 5th and final year) and was amazed by the amount of people acutally supportive on me some of who surprised me given past circumstance.

Anyhow with a new committee voted in for the 2012 season - who knows what next year will bring.

Who sees this when they go to work?

2011-09-07T09:41:00.000+10:00

I really love the environment in which I work - whether it's quarry or concrete plant I get to see some really nice scenery from day to day......

All of these photos were taken around Hanson Kilmore East - a new quarry that has been acquired where I have been spending the last few weeks working.

The Murray girls are both away....

2011-09-05T21:57:00.000+10:00

Both Alex and I are away this week.

Alex has gone to school camp and will be away from home until Friday.

I am back at Kilmore again today but I am hoping to return home Wednesday night. I am nearly finished with what I need to do although there will be a few loose ends here and there to finalise in the next few weeks so needless to say I will be back but hopefully in a week or so.

Anyway opening my laptop this morning I found this little note........

I definitely have one thoughtful little Princess - one that I am very proud of and love dearly xxxxx

"Happy Fathers Day"

2011-09-04T09:14:00.000+10:00

We were all up early this morning as it is the 3rd Sunday for the F&DJFL Junior Football Finals which as I mentioned the Karingal Bulls are hosting. Although the morning started off busy we still managed to fit in time to ensure that Noel was wished a Happy Fathers' day by us all.

He was showered with pressies and well wishes..... I think he was really happy with what he was given this year especially new sheepskin seat covers for his new toy, the Land Rover Discovery Series 2 TD5, he purchased two weeks ago.

Hoping you have a great Fathers' Day Noel xxx

A busy life.....

2011-09-03T07:23:00.010+10:00

So what's happening with the House Of Murray at the moment???

Currently I have been really busy with work, spending the last few weeks working out of Kilmore up in the country (North West of Melbourne). Hanson have acquired a new quarry right next door to our existing quarry and I have been asked to assist with the transition from them being an independent to our global multi level company systems.... I have to say it's been fun at times. I have been there for 4 weeks now spending 4 days each week there. Monday I return but only for 3 days this week and after that I will have a break for a few weeks before returning for month end.

The footy club have been hosting the Frankston & District Junior Football League Finals Series again this year for the third year running. Although it raises brilliant money for our club the days are long and hard. We have done really well so far for the first two weeks as the weather has been perfect unlike last year where it rained all four Sundays. I spend my time between counting monies from both canteens and bbq tents and when I can I have been helping out in the canteen also.

Last night we went to Nana and Grandad's for dinner to celebrate a few things. As they are flying out for a holiday in Port Douglas on Sunday Father's Day was one of the celebrations. As well as their 45th Wedding Anniversary which is today.

We finally caught up with Christian to give him his birthday present from last week, which I may just add don't know who loved the Manchester United soccer ball more - him or his father, Sean. He recently celebrated his 4th birthday.

It was great to catch up with most of the family as we haven't seen them for awhile. Unfortunately Vicky wasn't there as Daniel wasn't that well. I was soooo tired though as I had just driven in from Kilmore East arriving home at 6.05pm and we were meant to be at dinner at 6.30pm. A lovely roast lamb dinner was cooked for us which I really enjoyed after weeks of pub meals while away.

This morning I am working out of Yannathan Quarry, which is a sand plant. I am doing it as a favour as they have a big job on but it's great to catch up with some of my favourite truck drivers as. I still miss them from when I was in the weighbridge fulltime and I love seeing them again.... so many new faces though!!

Alex is getting excited as she goes on school camp on Monday. The camp is at Koonwarra, down in Gippsland and she will be away for 5 days (4 nights). There is horse riding there so she is really looking forward to that.

A very long time between posts.......

2011-09-03T06:35:00.004+10:00

I must say that while I haven't abandoned our family blog it has been quite hard to remain positive and continue to post our adventures due to certain things that have happened since Easter. I tried a few times but it was easier to delete and not post at all.

Time has moved on and while some things remain being unrestored, unresolved and unchangeable due to circumstance and situation I have decided put them into the left wing and with time let happen what will happen.

So not to rehash bad feelings or occurances that have happened ~ I take the step to move on and enjoy OUR life as a family - our special family!!

After all life is too short for all that shit..............

Menu Plan Monday (28th May 2011 - 3rd June 2011)

2011-05-30T06:09:00.007+10:00

Once again our life has been a little eratic and all over the shop but I have to put an end to it and get back into our routine as I cannot survive on this haywire feeling.

Menu planning is a huge component of our routine, needless to say it is a great starting point to get us back on track.

So on the House of Murray Menu Planner this week is:

Saturday ~ Scotch Fillet with steamed vegetables
Sunday ~ Spicy Chicken Drumettes
Monday ~ Roast Pork, roast potatoes, mushy peas, vegetables and gravy
Tue ~ Sesame Beef with Noodles
Wed ~ Lemon and Herb Lamb Cutlets with potato bake and vegetables
Thu ~ Chicken and Vegetable Strudle
Fri ~ Battered Fish and Homemade Chips

Baking:
Self Saucing Butterscotch Puddings
Choc Chip Biscuits

Beautiful roses....

2011-05-30T05:58:00.005+10:00

My beautiful roses making my house smell nice and I adore the colour!

I love having fresh flowers!

It's raining, it's pouring.....

2011-05-11T09:42:00.002+10:00

WOW winter has hit us for sure....

Yesterday it was that cold that even my chicken fillets I took out of the freezer in the morning were not defrosted by the time I got home at 5pm!

Today it has done nothing but rain, infact it hasn't stopped raining since the early hours of this morning.

Saying this I don't mind the cold much prefer it than the heat! However I did feel bad knowing that the kids had to get themselves to school in the rain... makes me feel like a bad mam but it's unavoidable if I want/need to work.

They have forecast this weather for the rest of the week with a chance of hail this afternoon!!

Menu Plan Monday 7th May - 13th May

2011-05-10T07:01:00.004+10:00

The routine is back and we are cooking - mostly healthy which is what we are always aiming for. Now that Noel's mad work hours have ceased and he is working regular days he too wants to get our routine back and has admitted to missing cooking! Saying this no doubt I will have to travel with work soon.

This week's menu planner starts of a little differently with a friends 40th on the Saturday night and then Mother's Day on the Sunday. Noel and the kids took me out for dinner to a chinese restaurant in Langwarrin, which was really nice to just sit and relax and enjoy each other's company.

So on the House of Murray Menu Planner this week is:

Saturday ~ 40th Birthday Party

Sunday ~ Delight Inn, Langwarrin

Monday ~ Afgani Lamb and Spinach Curry, Steamed Rice

Tue ~ Baked Mediterranean Chicken

Wed ~ Baked Pasta Fritatta

Thu ~ Sticky Pork

Fri ~ Steak with Creamy Tarragon Sauce and Steamed Vegetables

Baking:

Hummingbird Muffins

Father and son..

2011-05-05T11:22:00.003+10:00

Noel and Ollie working on an electronics project together... Oliver recieved a few DIY kits from Noel for his birthday.

They had LED's blinking and making beeping noises last night.

It was really good to watch them doing something together that they were both interested in!!!

A strange place to find a submarine....

2011-05-05T11:01:00.004+10:00

On the way home from Sydney we made a stop at Holbrook for some lunch and to show the kids that there really is a submarine in country NSW.

Meeting the kids at Sydney Airport

2011-05-05T10:52:00.005+10:00

After almost two quiet weeks without the kids (they went to grandmas on Bribie Island for the school holidays) it was a wonderful and exciting moment when they arrived in Sydney.

Gundagai Railway Station and Prince Alfred Bridge Viaduct

2011-05-05T10:43:00.012+10:00

We came across this old train station in Gundagai on Good Friday. It has been restored to close to original condition and both Noel and I were really impressed by finding such a treasure in such a small town.

No "fitting" title.......

2011-05-05T10:35:00.005+10:00

There is really no title I can put on this post.... only now am I starting to feel better within myself about recent happenings.

Our trip to Sydney was a disaster to say the least. Our efforts to visit and meet our gorgeous niece Charlie were shattered by the unfolding of a family argument all because Noel and I had made plans to do some things we wanted to do. It's a very long story and not worthy of being on here for fear of any further backlash.

Bottom line - I am very lucky to have a wonderful, supporting and understanding husband, two beautiful children and a brilliant mother. All my energy and efforts will now be directed towards me, my health and these very important people as well as my friends from here on in!!

So to close I am putting my positive hat on and moving forward.....

Menu Plan Monday 16th April 2011 - 22nd April 2011

2011-04-18T07:32:00.005+10:00

LOL I find it funny that I am motivated to menu plan this week considering we are going away on Friday to Sydney for the Easter weekend. But I really wanted to get back into some normality and somehow menu planning does make me feel there is an air of normal around the house.

Noel and I are home alone at the moment as the kids are away with school holidays... so the quietness is somewhat strange and our eating habits have been also out of whack.

So on the House of Murray Menu Planner this week is:

Saturday ~ Pesto Prawn and Spinach Pizza

Sunday ~ Chilli and Thyme Kangaroo Fillets

Monday ~ Baked Potatoes with the Lot (coleslaw, bacon, cheese and sour cream)

Tue ~ Pork with Cider Cream Sauce

Wed ~ Chicken Mushroom and Corn Parcels

Thu ~ Chilli Beef with Water Chestnuts Stir Fry

Fri ~ Travelling to Sydney

Baking:

Anzac Biscuits

I know that our week starts on a Saturday but that’s just for the ease of fitting in with my grocery shopping which is normally done on a Friday night or Saturday afternoon. As usual more great menu ideas can be found at Menu Plan Monday over at I’m An Organising Junkie, don’t be shy pop over and have a look at other’s menu plans. You never know you may just find something different to have for dinner.

Some recipes for things we cook can be found over at our cooking blog, A Dash Of Flavour, normally posted after they have been cooked or just click on the links for each meal when they appear.

Happy cooking,

Welcome to the House of Murray....

A Midsummers Night Swim....

A Heatwave..... Forecast 40°C!!

A trip to Hastings....

New Years Eve 2011

The demolishing of the Gingerbread House.

Walkathon Pink Fairy Princess

Junior Masterchef at work

Daniel's 2nd Birthday

Our baby birds....

Menu Plan Monday (30th October - 4th November)

Our first outdoor dinner for Spring

It's a man's job....

A Murray family picnic in the park - Sean's birthday

Off on a small adventure.... looking for a campsite

Menu Plan Monday (22nd October - 29th October

Menu Plan Monday (15th October - 21st October)

A Family BBQ

Bubbles and bubbles ....

A bird in a nest

Menu Plan Monday (8th October - 14th October)

Sunday.... sleep in's, lunch with family, relaxing....

Surprise Alex....

Menu Plan Monday (1st Oct - 7th Oct)

A week apart....

Off to Grandma's.....

Menu Plan Monday ~ 17th Sep - 23rd Sep 2011

Presentation Day and AGM 2011

Who sees this when they go to work?

The Murray girls are both away....

"Happy Fathers Day"

A busy life.....

A very long time between posts.......

Menu Plan Monday (28th May 2011 - 3rd June 2011)

Beautiful roses....

It's raining, it's pouring.....

Menu Plan Monday 7th May - 13th May

Father and son..

A strange place to find a submarine....

Meeting the kids at Sydney Airport

Gundagai Railway Station and Prince Alfred Bridge Viaduct

No "fitting" title.......

Menu Plan Monday 16th April 2011 - 22nd April 2011

Charlie Lee Ahrens

It's been a while.....

Menu Plan Monday (19th March - 25th March)

Everything is OK - nearly!!!

Menu Plan Monday (12th January - 18th January 2011)

Valentine's Day 2011

Frankston Beach and a Wild Hog Moment!

52 weeks of Organizing - Task # 3 Desk Drawers

Wordless Wednesday

52 weeks of Organizing - Task # 2 Ollie's bedroom

Australia Day - Balnarring Cup

Furry little things.....

Menu Plan Monday (22nd Jan - 28th Jan)

52 Weeks of Organizing - Task # 1

Wesley's birthday

Unemployment.....

Royal Melbourne Zoo - a family outing

52 Weeks Of Organizing

Menu Plan Monday ~ Sat 8th Jan - Fri 14th Jan

Ok so now I am a grown up....

Happy New Year 2011

Menu Plan Monday (20th November ~ 26th November)

Kids with gadgets!

A while between posts....... for various reasons!?!?

Williamstown and Scienceworks

The Brie, The Bullet and The Black Cat

Looking forward to the Long Weekend.....

Menu Plan Monday (23rd October - 29th October)

Woosh there goes another weekend.....

Menu Plan Monday (16th October ~ 22nd October)

Desserts, Dragonflies and Sad Goodbyes

More welcomed visitors.... Dennis and Pam

Menu Plan Monday (9th October - 15th October)

Mr and Mrs Godfrey....

Size does matter....

Breeding carnivores.....

Menu Plan Monday (2nd October ~ 8th October)