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Dad sent me this photo recently Taken by his friend near his property in Northern NSW. After all the sad bushfire photos, it’s wonderful to see such a big healthy koala in the bush.

Love the Dolphin one. When we were kids, my brother and I had wall murals in our bedrooms. Mine was a North American autumn setting. My brother had palm trees on a tropical island. Mine is long gone but my brother’s has stood the test of time. I think instead of his childhood desk, a home bar would look good in front of it (sorry for the wonky photo angle).

Beautiful photos. Thanks for sharing. My DD spent a wonderful week in Iceland. They were there in Feb though, it was cold & wet, certainly didn’t see the beautiful green in your other photo although waking up to heavy snow that had fallen overnight was pretty magical for two Aussie girls.

Thinking of you and your daughter as you go down this very tough path. Sorry to hear things have gotten more difficult. I hope this group is a source of online support for you during this time.

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Gosh you are having a rough time of it. That elevator situation sounds truly awful. Hope you recover from Covid soon. I can’t keep up with everyone’s cruises, when did you disembark?

“I declare before you all that my whole life whether it be long or short shall be devoted to your service” The Queen on her 21st Birthday. I have always greatly admired our Queen. My daughter’s middle name is Elizabeth. A new King and a new British Prime Minister. Britain now enters 10 days of official mourning. Condolences to Graham, Pauline, Sue & Gary.

I read recently that Rydges has been sold to the Crystalbrook Group for $100million.

Love this! Double choc Tim tams are the best. Did he try the vegemite?

Yes it is. DD is pricing flights to London for next June. Not referring to the non-stop, just in general. She is shocked at the prices.

I love that Spring is here in Sydney. It just lifts your mood. This weekend, DH is doing the first half of the Bondi to Manly walk - 40km from Bondi to Kirribilli. Next weekend, DS is doing the Half Marathon. 21km. Run starts at Milsons Point, they run across the Harbour Bridge, through The Rocks and the city and it finishes at the forecourt of the Sydney Opera House. He is doing it with a school friend. His first time doing a half marathon.

I love that your former co-worker did that. Very thoughtful.

My dad has a wall of these in his garden that he can see from his kitchen window. Absolutely stunning when they all flower at once. We have a new plant in our garden courtesy of my dad. Can only be seen whilst in the garden. I was complaining of bugs whilst waiting to see the first flower open, so DS set up a time lapse camera on his phone. Worked well, so I recommend you do it.

DD is currently at the brand new Allianz Stadium in Sydney watching a friendly women’s soccer game between Canada and our Australian team, The Matilda’s. DH is watching the same game live on tv. DS, who landed in Sydney from Vancouver first thing this morning, couldn’t quite manage to stay awake for it, but he lasted until 7.30pm which was pretty good considering he got no sleep on the flight.

I would be delighted to find a crocheted duck on a ship. Your wife’s efforts will bring joy. DD recently spent 8 weeks overseas, multiple countries & flights. Brand new hardcase suitcase came home with deep gauges and dents. DS arrived home this morning from Vancouver. Multiple flights with my 10 yo fabric suitcase. No damage whatsoever. Both did hikes in NPs. Their paths crossed in Hawaii but DD couldn’t pass on the expensive bear spray to DS because it is not permitted on flights. Love the detail in your TR.

Great intro! Definitely following along.

Welcome to the world Theo. Beautiful photos, Sue. You are just bursting with happiness in that photo. With such attractive parents, I am sure Theo will be a handsome little fellow. Congratulations to you all.

I have been following a Sydney couple for the past three weeks who have been on a scenic road trip from Sydney to Adelaide including the Great Ocean Road. A trip DH and I did many years ago. Today, they posted photos of the painted silos they saw on their trip. I believe you have something similar in the US but I thought you would enjoy these (shared with permission). Kangaroo & Glossy Black Cockatoos at Kingscote on Kangaroo Island in South Australia. Squirrel Glider & Azure Kingfisher in Rochester, Victoria A Superb Parrott in Picola, Victoria A platypus in Rochester, Victoria The Australian Silo Art Trail is on my bucket list. Something I plan to see in the future. (don’t think I am permitted by cc to mention the account to give them credit)

Happy Birthday to the Birthday Twins and you certainly have grandchildren to be proud of.

@bobmacliberty your upcoming trip sounds fabulous.

Relieved to hear your newest grandchild is healthy after a traumatic first 24hrs. Congratulations to your DIL and son and you and Gary on being grandparents again. Enjoy those precious cuddles and new baby smell. Look forward to the photos.

The return walk is 2.4km and it’s a rocky uphill walk. The Spring wildflowers were lovely.

Jerusalem Bay is a nice spot to end the walk but can you can walk further to Brooklyn if you wish. On a sunny day, you see a few boats but not today.

Today, DH and I did a bushwalk from Cowan, which is one of the Northern suburbs of Sydney. We did the Jerusalem Bay Track which is a pretty walk 2.4km down to Jerusalem Bay. It’s a great walk to do after rain as it follows Cowan creek all the way down so you hear the water and little waterfalls as you walk.

Its been a cold, wet & windy weekend in Sydney. Today it’s Father’s Day in Australia. We actually celebrated yesterday with Dad. It was a very pleasant day despite the weather.