Lach the Block

Lachlan came for a short visit today and spent time demonstrating his building style which is fluid and organic.  His architecture has more in common with Gaudi than with Christopher Wren.

Cooper and Lachlan Spend the Day

Cooper and Lachlan took time from their busy schedule to spend the day with us. Like others that have been here, it turns out they like bubbles too (provided they do not last too long)

Then we had a little bike riding -

and a little construction work.  It was a big day.

BYF Annual Meetup

We had the annual get together of the "Youth Group" yesterday down at Flinders. Apart from the totally evident contradictions (Youth Group and the abundance of grey hair) it was a great time to catch up with old friends and have a good feed.

Col and Angie's house overlooks the ocean so the after lunch walk was a meander out to see the view.

Claire's Birthday Dinner

We assembled around the pool last night to celebrate Claire's official retirement.

While Kate was doing the real work - she delegated to two assistant chefs to manage the sausages.

After a wonderful meal (lamb and a whole range of salad sides followed by Lisa's mini flans) Granny called in her assistants to manage the cake ceremony.

Another Victory for James

James' team worked hard for their points today against a team full of taller players. Early in the match it looked like it could go either way.  James did his bit with another impressive long goal early.

Our boys won (37 to 21) on agility and ability to get under the opposition but there was a penalty to be paid and James copped an elbow in the mouth in the first half.

Great game James - now for the finals.

Winning Form Continues

Pat and his team had another impressive victory today.

The gallery was a little concerned in the early stages, but the opposition faded later in the match and the boys won 30 to 14.

 Pat had a good game.  As the team is top of the ladder we hope the boys can now get a Grand Final win.

Pool Progress

The iron work has been completed and today the concrete sprayers came in to form up the pool walls.  It took the whole day but the shape of the pool is now becoming more evident.

The Bureau Of Meteorology is sending out a survey team to assess the impact this new volume of water will have on the weather patterns to the east of Melbourne.

Sophie On a Roll

Sophie has been enjoying school.  She was presented with her Starting School Certificate at Assembly.

 She was also made "Aussie Of The Week" so she has been having a good time.

Preparation of the New Van Pad

In order to park the new van easily, the old parking space needed a considerable edit.

All the old bricks needed to be lifted and a large tree stump and assorted massive roots needed to be removed before the foundation could be laid and the brick paving reinstalled.  It has taken a LONG time but it is approaching completion.

Tough Day For James

James Team was very evenly matched with their opponents on Saturday.

The Vikings started well and James threw a fantastic long goal early in the match.  The hot day made conditions trying for the players.  Late in the game the opposition drew ahead but the boys rallied.  The game ended in a draw 22 to 22.