Crikey....you can tell I don't live with the 'laptop' glued to my lap!!
Just so much to do & in our busy 'caravan' world........
You know, this great country is so much better to explore, than any computer screen or TV show...Dare I say it....just ask Oprah?.
So sorry, once again, you have to deal with my delayed updates & finding out 'wherethehellrwe'.
This is just a 'quickie', for those following our journey....way back in OCT,we had a 5 day getaway in our SWAG,(which I'll fill u in with details/pics later) up to Karumba, Normanton, Burketown, Lawn Hill, Mt Isa, then down to McKinlay, Kynunu & took the MUDDY road back to Richmond.A 2,200klms adventure in John's truck, dog included What fun!!
Ah, Richmond....become a 2nd home,but started to feel like 'HOTEL CALIFORNIA' (we'd never leave).....anyway,finally got out of there, 16th Nov & headed south.
Have been in Winton for 3 weeks now, (great place, great butcher, baker, plenty of 4wdriving, camping & some 'real' Aussie characters in this outback town) ....only planned to stop for 2 days..Oops ya get that!)
Both John & I accepted work that was offered, and also took the chance to get Distance Ed, our Xmas gifts and mail sorted while we're here.All done now so...
Tomorrow it's off to Longreach , meet the locals, see the sights and get Oaky's,( our dog), yearly vaccinations done.(lucky her)
Our boys are enjoying it immensely.....meeting other kids and making friendships along the way.They do miss only 1 toy left at home....a large 4x4 truck, they 'modified' to play 4wdrive's n camping around our 5 acres.....it's a sore talking point as there's been many of times they wished Dad had 'squeezed' it in the trailer...They are hoping SANTA brings them another one..I don't-think-so.
What I've learnt:
There are so many books/DVD's & TV shows about Australia,What to see , where to go, how to do it..etc.
But the best way is to experience it. Follow your nose & have no plans.. take the roads to the smaller towns & if you get lost,well that's just another adventure.Don't stick to the major highways....be different.
Take the plunge, buy that tent,camper, motorhome or van & just do it..... For yourself.
Funny quote:
Jack (our eldest) was bare foot & getting his cut hair, by 'mwah' ... As the long locks of curls fell he said :
" Gee Mum, it feels like carpet under my feet!". .....I reckon it was another way of him saying, he hasn't 'felt' carpet for a while!
Ok.If your travelling,be safe on the roads, watch out for Santa's sleigh, it maybe landing but skiddin' out of control?!#!
....Our boys are still believers, which make the season oh, so much more fun!...
We'd like to wish you all a 'Jolly festive season' and a very happy start to the New Year!
Ho Ho Ho It's...
CruisinDownUnder... We go !
Tuesday, December 14, 2010
Friday, October 15, 2010
Still Sittin' By The H'way, Smelling Diesel, Dust & Cattle Trucks....
Suprise! ...we're still here. WOW, been over a MONTH now since our last update.
Sorry if you've been checking in and finding no added info.... But ,we did say, we'd be out having fun!
Flipping the calendar back to July, we ventured 350klms return for a day visit to Porcupine Gorge. Amazing to see this huge canyon after so much grassy flat plains. We trekked down & up the gorge, stopping for a splash in the small amount of water that was there. BJ, our 5 yr old, did well traversing the steep tracks, only asking to be carried for a short while. (won't let that become a habit). Jack had an experience while there.....he's learnt 'never use chin to hold pocket knife while doing pee in pit toilet'.Why? Chin goes up,while you watch favorite pocket knife fall into poo.Yes, there was tears- but soon came laughter as we discussed the new journey of Jack's pocketknife.
Anyway ,the Gorge IS worth the visit, should you ever pass through Hughenden.Camping fees apply (Nat.Pk), be fully self sufficient, no fires allowed & it would be fantastic to see in the wet season if your game. ( probably close the roads anyway)
The work we thought would be ready in Richmond (Hospital units) ,had been delayed, however John kept busy doing small jobs. An emergency trip to Townsville occurred, as a piece of fencing wire struck him in the eye. Luckily, after having to stay there for 6 days, John was given the all clear, no operation required, thank god.The boys & I had returned to Richmond after the 1st night, leaving him in good hands of course.... paperwork to do, with a deadline to meet.(Bloody ATO, they can spoil a holiday, just ask Hoges.). So eventually,John caught the 'greyhound' back to 'camp Richmond'.....and with now excellent vision, vowed never to travel by bus again !
August came & went so fast, however waiting for the approval of this 'project' was slow & had us contemplating the road outta here, many times.
We'd experienced our coldest & hottest temps so far ( 3.7 Degs night, 37 Degs day). Blankets on, blankets off, strange winter.
The annexe can get quite hot, especially when trying to concentrate on school work, one day there it was pencils down & off to Kronosaurus Korner Museum for the air conditioning & a lesson on dinosaur fossils.
The boys have enjoyed a night at the local rodeo, watching cowboys/girls to their stuff, plus more fishing & catching red claw at a local waterhole....fresh fish on the 'Barbie', can't beat it!
John had another quick & busy visit back to Townsville, this time for 4 days, an eye check up, dentist & other health reasons.Taking his 4x4 this time, for the running around he had to do, also to return with building supplies & ....beer...(bit pricey here) . He'd raided our shed & returned with the 11ft punt...along with bits n pieces. What-Tha ? Are we ever to leave Richmond, as nice as it is.....we gotta get out of here,Dad's setting up house!?!
Did you know Australia has 192 different species of frogs......some can lay 7000 eggs at a time, while others only 20. ( no wonder they just keep coming back to the toilet)
What I've learnt:
When the boys.... 'SHOULD BE' listening....they're not,
When the boys.... 'SHOULD NOT BE' listening....they are !
CruisinDownUnder...
(Just stopped for a while)
Sorry if you've been checking in and finding no added info.... But ,we did say, we'd be out having fun!
Flipping the calendar back to July, we ventured 350klms return for a day visit to Porcupine Gorge. Amazing to see this huge canyon after so much grassy flat plains. We trekked down & up the gorge, stopping for a splash in the small amount of water that was there. BJ, our 5 yr old, did well traversing the steep tracks, only asking to be carried for a short while. (won't let that become a habit). Jack had an experience while there.....he's learnt 'never use chin to hold pocket knife while doing pee in pit toilet'.Why? Chin goes up,while you watch favorite pocket knife fall into poo.Yes, there was tears- but soon came laughter as we discussed the new journey of Jack's pocketknife.
Anyway ,the Gorge IS worth the visit, should you ever pass through Hughenden.Camping fees apply (Nat.Pk), be fully self sufficient, no fires allowed & it would be fantastic to see in the wet season if your game. ( probably close the roads anyway)
The work we thought would be ready in Richmond (Hospital units) ,had been delayed, however John kept busy doing small jobs. An emergency trip to Townsville occurred, as a piece of fencing wire struck him in the eye. Luckily, after having to stay there for 6 days, John was given the all clear, no operation required, thank god.The boys & I had returned to Richmond after the 1st night, leaving him in good hands of course.... paperwork to do, with a deadline to meet.(Bloody ATO, they can spoil a holiday, just ask Hoges.). So eventually,John caught the 'greyhound' back to 'camp Richmond'.....and with now excellent vision, vowed never to travel by bus again !
August came & went so fast, however waiting for the approval of this 'project' was slow & had us contemplating the road outta here, many times.
We'd experienced our coldest & hottest temps so far ( 3.7 Degs night, 37 Degs day). Blankets on, blankets off, strange winter.
The annexe can get quite hot, especially when trying to concentrate on school work, one day there it was pencils down & off to Kronosaurus Korner Museum for the air conditioning & a lesson on dinosaur fossils.
The boys have enjoyed a night at the local rodeo, watching cowboys/girls to their stuff, plus more fishing & catching red claw at a local waterhole....fresh fish on the 'Barbie', can't beat it!
John had another quick & busy visit back to Townsville, this time for 4 days, an eye check up, dentist & other health reasons.Taking his 4x4 this time, for the running around he had to do, also to return with building supplies & ....beer...(bit pricey here) . He'd raided our shed & returned with the 11ft punt...along with bits n pieces. What-Tha ? Are we ever to leave Richmond, as nice as it is.....we gotta get out of here,Dad's setting up house!?!
Did you know Australia has 192 different species of frogs......some can lay 7000 eggs at a time, while others only 20. ( no wonder they just keep coming back to the toilet)
What I've learnt:
When the boys.... 'SHOULD BE' listening....they're not,
When the boys.... 'SHOULD NOT BE' listening....they are !
CruisinDownUnder...
(Just stopped for a while)
Wednesday, August 25, 2010
Sitting ducks.
You'll be pleased to know I've finally added more photos.
Been 8 weeks now and gosh its flown.If we keep spending this much time in towns, we'll never get all over Australia...
Our 1st week here we were invited to a BBQ, (must've looked lonely) but since then,we've been out n about with locals, enjoying the Richmond way of life.
Roo & pig shooting, has been an experience for John, coming home at 2am, bloodstains on his gum boots with story's to tell !
(photo coming later)
Jack (the eldest) got lucky, did a bit of mustering, while John worked at a cattle station.Jack returning with a shanghai, specially made for him....( Thank's Jack, MUM will find that handy!)
Mitchell's enjoyed boxing practice, also a footy training session with the local U'8's .Shame he missed the sign on's by 2 weeks, as he seems a natural on the field & REALLY wanted to join the team.Oh well, footy can wait......we are travelling remember.
Although we're missing the daily adventures of life on the highway, it's fine to be 'sitting ducks' in a small, but friendly town.Getting the opportunity to visit local camp spots, do some 4wdriving, fishing, plus the boys have front row seats of what's travelling, East to West & West to East, along this ever so busy highway.They've seen everything from wide & long loads, to huge travelling set-ups, Buses towing trailers, 5th Wheelers, smelly cattle road trains, more smelly cattle road trains.But the best so far, has been an old Holden Kingswood, towing an old silver Viscount caravan (remember them)....Yes, they were driving slow & I wondered if related to Mr Bullpit !
Each day I hear a " Mum, check this out!"..."Wow, look at that!" Today it was a convoy of Army trucks, with every Army vehicle they need for exercise, in tow.
Laughed when our 8 year old yells "Hey, is that legal?" referring to a small Ute with an extra tall parcel.Way, way too high for it...says Mr Policeman himself!
The gist of home schooling is getting easier, as the boys absorb their school work, and I'm not yelling- as much.
Learning lots of different things, penguins, processed products, making puppets,even acting out a play! (believe that or not) Amazing the craft stuff I jammed into this van!.Distance Education is very "Australia-na",so hopefully most of the subjects learnt,the boys can discover as we go round.Mitchell has learnt about the rare Dunnart, found only in the Julia Creek area.Jack's knows more about Penguins and is looking forward to watching them wobble on Phillip Island.Ben's learning how each family is different, along with numbers, letters, words & yes, it's all a juggle, but we're making it fun & getting there.Don't you worry,a wine or panadol is never far away!!
We've all adjusted to caravan living, putting things BACK WHERE THEY LIVE also negotiating the passing of each other, in the narrow hallway.When John rolls over the whole van shakes & when Mitch accidently hits the roof of the van (top bunk) at night, it sounds like a rock's hit the roof! Jesus! If any one sleep talks, we can listen to the conversation.Mitchell's the one who does this the most....Hmm he talks day & night that child! Showering with artesian water is different, the warmth & smell of it, also the beautiful colour the calcium leaves behind... Must see photo album.
Something learnt:
When a child wakes you up at 2am to tell you they feel sick......believe them.
.... If your wondering...yes I got the sick bag...just in time.
CruisinDownUnder...
Snail's pace.
Been 8 weeks now and gosh its flown.If we keep spending this much time in towns, we'll never get all over Australia...
Our 1st week here we were invited to a BBQ, (must've looked lonely) but since then,we've been out n about with locals, enjoying the Richmond way of life.
Roo & pig shooting, has been an experience for John, coming home at 2am, bloodstains on his gum boots with story's to tell !
(photo coming later)
Jack (the eldest) got lucky, did a bit of mustering, while John worked at a cattle station.Jack returning with a shanghai, specially made for him....( Thank's Jack, MUM will find that handy!)
Mitchell's enjoyed boxing practice, also a footy training session with the local U'8's .Shame he missed the sign on's by 2 weeks, as he seems a natural on the field & REALLY wanted to join the team.Oh well, footy can wait......we are travelling remember.
Although we're missing the daily adventures of life on the highway, it's fine to be 'sitting ducks' in a small, but friendly town.Getting the opportunity to visit local camp spots, do some 4wdriving, fishing, plus the boys have front row seats of what's travelling, East to West & West to East, along this ever so busy highway.They've seen everything from wide & long loads, to huge travelling set-ups, Buses towing trailers, 5th Wheelers, smelly cattle road trains, more smelly cattle road trains.But the best so far, has been an old Holden Kingswood, towing an old silver Viscount caravan (remember them)....Yes, they were driving slow & I wondered if related to Mr Bullpit !
Each day I hear a " Mum, check this out!"..."Wow, look at that!" Today it was a convoy of Army trucks, with every Army vehicle they need for exercise, in tow.
Laughed when our 8 year old yells "Hey, is that legal?" referring to a small Ute with an extra tall parcel.Way, way too high for it...says Mr Policeman himself!
The gist of home schooling is getting easier, as the boys absorb their school work, and I'm not yelling- as much.
Learning lots of different things, penguins, processed products, making puppets,even acting out a play! (believe that or not) Amazing the craft stuff I jammed into this van!.Distance Education is very "Australia-na",so hopefully most of the subjects learnt,the boys can discover as we go round.Mitchell has learnt about the rare Dunnart, found only in the Julia Creek area.Jack's knows more about Penguins and is looking forward to watching them wobble on Phillip Island.Ben's learning how each family is different, along with numbers, letters, words & yes, it's all a juggle, but we're making it fun & getting there.Don't you worry,a wine or panadol is never far away!!
We've all adjusted to caravan living, putting things BACK WHERE THEY LIVE also negotiating the passing of each other, in the narrow hallway.When John rolls over the whole van shakes & when Mitch accidently hits the roof of the van (top bunk) at night, it sounds like a rock's hit the roof! Jesus! If any one sleep talks, we can listen to the conversation.Mitchell's the one who does this the most....Hmm he talks day & night that child! Showering with artesian water is different, the warmth & smell of it, also the beautiful colour the calcium leaves behind... Must see photo album.
Something learnt:
When a child wakes you up at 2am to tell you they feel sick......believe them.
.... If your wondering...yes I got the sick bag...just in time.
CruisinDownUnder...
Snail's pace.
Tuesday, August 10, 2010
We're almost 'locals' -Richmond.
Um.....Did we mention 'slowly' travelling Australia.
Wondering WHY we are still here??
Well,29th June, we departed the Van park & moved to a house block.
Located on the highway west & next to the railway line.(you can image the rest)
Yep,no gums trees or flowing creek here, just traffic & noise, and a cheap home base, till John's next project's gets the go ahead.
As Council delays hold it up & we're staying longer than anticipated, it's given us the chance to met locals & explore the area.
So while based here,we're lucky enough to have friendly neighbours, who help each other with meals, tasks and yell conversations across the street each day.....don't see that in the city's much.The little boy next door has gained 3 instant brothers,which I think, he loves.
Richmond's a friendly town of around 800 people,known for the Fossil Capital of Australia, and although you could drive from one end of town to the other, in 2 minutes....It's worth the stop for a day or two....or in our case 6 weeks!
Lesson's learnt:
Making a living is not the same as making a life.
Where ever u r
Who ever u r,
Safe travels.
CruisinDownUnder..
Wondering WHY we are still here??
Well,29th June, we departed the Van park & moved to a house block.
Located on the highway west & next to the railway line.(you can image the rest)
Yep,no gums trees or flowing creek here, just traffic & noise, and a cheap home base, till John's next project's gets the go ahead.
As Council delays hold it up & we're staying longer than anticipated, it's given us the chance to met locals & explore the area.
So while based here,we're lucky enough to have friendly neighbours, who help each other with meals, tasks and yell conversations across the street each day.....don't see that in the city's much.The little boy next door has gained 3 instant brothers,which I think, he loves.
Richmond's a friendly town of around 800 people,known for the Fossil Capital of Australia, and although you could drive from one end of town to the other, in 2 minutes....It's worth the stop for a day or two....or in our case 6 weeks!
Lesson's learnt:
Making a living is not the same as making a life.
Where ever u r
Who ever u r,
Safe travels.
CruisinDownUnder..
Thursday, July 15, 2010
Touchdown in Richmond.
After retrieving one of the boys thongs from on top of the van (don't ask) ,we pulled out at 8am for the big drive to Richmond.(all of 250kms)
Passing through the White Mountains National Park, I said to Mitch & Ben,"Hey, there's a lookout up here"...wrong thing to say.. 'Can we stop, can we stop, Mum?"...."Nah boys, signs are there to make you LOOK OUT THE WINDOW".....
Phew, got outta that one!
Not far down the road were remnants of a caravan which had flipped yesterday.A warning of the dangers while towing, holiday ruined,but that can be re-done,however a life can not.We hoped the owners got out unscathed.
The drive along this Flinders Highway can be 'ho hum'... plenty of waves from passing caravanners, with the occasional passenger going ballistic... (Must be bored).Passing the small towns of Torrens Creek & Prairie we set our sights on Hughenden .Smoko on the river at the western side of town,was a good place for the boys & dog to run-amok along the sand.After much laughter,chasing & games it was time to pile in,but hang on there's tears.. Someone has lost a thong! OMG...
Given 5 mins to find the 'flying lost thong' ...Jack raced to & from (frightened to be left behind)..delivering..you guessed it, the rubber.We really should by them a Frisbee!
Having to pass on viewing Porcupine Gorge, we continued to Richmond,as John was to met a fellow regarding work.
Lots of whoop-dee-doo's from Hughy to Richy, as Queensland roads UP NORTH,need serious attention.Each time I flew over one of these humps I kept thinking....did Mitch tidied his top bookcase?
Speaking of the little devil,he was asked to write Math's tables before we got to Richmond.He protested,tried,then blamed the lack of concentration on my 'driving'! Yep,that excuse will be used more than once!
Pulling into the van park & given a beaut spot.John was able to park his rig at no extra charge- a bonus considering it was school holidays & busy.After meeting our 'neighbours' we scoffed lunch,then heard a 'hello'.Some Townsvillian's had recognized us.Honestly,how can you miss us?After a quick chat we took off to meet Trevor who has work lined up.We met at his block,& the offer to use it for accommodation was put forward.As the job was not an immediate start, we decided re-locate to his block 2 days later.
Lessons learnt:
While at the ablution block John learnt,when your really busting & the mind's all cloudy,it's best you read 'what door' your trying to 'punch in the code' for.He found himself in the laundry! (and he'll kill me for writing this.)
Nice knowing ya,
CruisinDownUnder
Passing through the White Mountains National Park, I said to Mitch & Ben,"Hey, there's a lookout up here"...wrong thing to say.. 'Can we stop, can we stop, Mum?"...."Nah boys, signs are there to make you LOOK OUT THE WINDOW".....
Phew, got outta that one!
Not far down the road were remnants of a caravan which had flipped yesterday.A warning of the dangers while towing, holiday ruined,but that can be re-done,however a life can not.We hoped the owners got out unscathed.
The drive along this Flinders Highway can be 'ho hum'... plenty of waves from passing caravanners, with the occasional passenger going ballistic... (Must be bored).Passing the small towns of Torrens Creek & Prairie we set our sights on Hughenden .Smoko on the river at the western side of town,was a good place for the boys & dog to run-amok along the sand.After much laughter,chasing & games it was time to pile in,but hang on there's tears.. Someone has lost a thong! OMG...
Given 5 mins to find the 'flying lost thong' ...Jack raced to & from (frightened to be left behind)..delivering..you guessed it, the rubber.We really should by them a Frisbee!
Having to pass on viewing Porcupine Gorge, we continued to Richmond,as John was to met a fellow regarding work.
Lots of whoop-dee-doo's from Hughy to Richy, as Queensland roads UP NORTH,need serious attention.Each time I flew over one of these humps I kept thinking....did Mitch tidied his top bookcase?
Speaking of the little devil,he was asked to write Math's tables before we got to Richmond.He protested,tried,then blamed the lack of concentration on my 'driving'! Yep,that excuse will be used more than once!
Pulling into the van park & given a beaut spot.John was able to park his rig at no extra charge- a bonus considering it was school holidays & busy.After meeting our 'neighbours' we scoffed lunch,then heard a 'hello'.Some Townsvillian's had recognized us.Honestly,how can you miss us?After a quick chat we took off to meet Trevor who has work lined up.We met at his block,& the offer to use it for accommodation was put forward.As the job was not an immediate start, we decided re-locate to his block 2 days later.
Lessons learnt:
While at the ablution block John learnt,when your really busting & the mind's all cloudy,it's best you read 'what door' your trying to 'punch in the code' for.He found himself in the laundry! (and he'll kill me for writing this.)
Nice knowing ya,
CruisinDownUnder
Wednesday, July 14, 2010
Westward bound for Richmond.
Hey folks.
Well, the 'cruisin mood' has really set in.......hence the lack of updates.... Sorry 'bout that!
After our 4 relaxing nights in Ravenswood ,we headed west.Only to venture .... 190klms to Pentland.Why?
Gailie spotted a stall,hit the skids and began to load fresh fruit n veg's into van. After chattin to the farmer for half hour,(as ya do)... 'kinda' lost the driving urge. Oh well-what's the hurry?
'Happy hour' was calling anyway,and the boys were nagging for a swim.Where? "Back there Mum" (kids don't miss anything) So in the van park we go & soon 3-silly-Billy-goats jumped in the freezing pool.
Only thing we got wet, was our throats.
Our overnight stay was entertaining . Boys met a rat named, 'Romeo',on his way to, hang on ..find a map.. Isisford.
They played footy with locals',watched a colourful lazer-light show & laughed loudly at a '4 wheeler' on 2 wheels!
Doing donuts & figure 8's, the larrikin driver, definitely a humorist,was demonstrating great education for our 3 men! HOW to safely ride a quadbike...NOT!
Later that night we experienced the coldest one for some time.Had planned to watch the eclipse..but bugger me.... Bed was warmer. John also learnt about travelling with satellite dishes from another vanner (keep learning dear 'cause we don't need one!) ... A very nice guy might I add, but forgotten how to take a breath!
New discoverys:
Gail's lesson at the pumps.....check there is no 'OUT OF ORDER' sign hanging, stuck or secretively displayed over the pump you've zoned in on.Not fun when towing a long van, your forced to do 360's just to get diesel (quad bike would've been handy)
Chow!
CruisinDownunder
Well, the 'cruisin mood' has really set in.......hence the lack of updates.... Sorry 'bout that!
After our 4 relaxing nights in Ravenswood ,we headed west.Only to venture .... 190klms to Pentland.Why?
Gailie spotted a stall,hit the skids and began to load fresh fruit n veg's into van. After chattin to the farmer for half hour,(as ya do)... 'kinda' lost the driving urge. Oh well-what's the hurry?
'Happy hour' was calling anyway,and the boys were nagging for a swim.Where? "Back there Mum" (kids don't miss anything) So in the van park we go & soon 3-silly-Billy-goats jumped in the freezing pool.
Only thing we got wet, was our throats.
Our overnight stay was entertaining . Boys met a rat named, 'Romeo',on his way to, hang on ..find a map.. Isisford.
They played footy with locals',watched a colourful lazer-light show & laughed loudly at a '4 wheeler' on 2 wheels!
Doing donuts & figure 8's, the larrikin driver, definitely a humorist,was demonstrating great education for our 3 men! HOW to safely ride a quadbike...NOT!
Later that night we experienced the coldest one for some time.Had planned to watch the eclipse..but bugger me.... Bed was warmer. John also learnt about travelling with satellite dishes from another vanner (keep learning dear 'cause we don't need one!) ... A very nice guy might I add, but forgotten how to take a breath!
New discoverys:
Gail's lesson at the pumps.....check there is no 'OUT OF ORDER' sign hanging, stuck or secretively displayed over the pump you've zoned in on.Not fun when towing a long van, your forced to do 360's just to get diesel (quad bike would've been handy)
Chow!
CruisinDownunder
Thursday, June 24, 2010
Here we go.....here we go....here we go.!
Well it was starting to look like we'd never leave.
After delaying for another 2 weeks, we finally hooked up the convoy, 22nd June & departed Townsville.Yee-Yar.
Don't get too excited, we haven't ventured far, camped at Ravenswood (one thing that's gone to plan).
Relaxing with the boys, school work to do,along with P.E including cricket,tennis and boucle.
Oakey our dog,won 'best player on the field', chasing balls all over the place.
In for another cool night, time to light the fire.
New discovery's:
Mitchell learnt leaving things on his top shelf while in transit, is not a good idea...roundabouts can send things flying!
From
Cruisin down Under
After delaying for another 2 weeks, we finally hooked up the convoy, 22nd June & departed Townsville.Yee-Yar.
Don't get too excited, we haven't ventured far, camped at Ravenswood (one thing that's gone to plan).
Relaxing with the boys, school work to do,along with P.E including cricket,tennis and boucle.
Oakey our dog,won 'best player on the field', chasing balls all over the place.
In for another cool night, time to light the fire.
New discovery's:
Mitchell learnt leaving things on his top shelf while in transit, is not a good idea...roundabouts can send things flying!
From
Cruisin down Under
Thursday, May 27, 2010
Have we gone yet?
Nope......still camping in the back yard.....I'm cleaning the house like a mad women, chasing gecko's & wiping finger marks that are, of course 'with love' from the boys. June 4th, tenant's move in & our "convoy" moves to Gail's parent's for a few days.Say cya to friends & family,then head west around the 8th. Only plan is...Ravenswood.(are u laughing) Stay for a few days then camp on the Burdekin River ....after that, it's 'where-ever'... Australia here we come.
Tuesday, April 27, 2010
Packing,packing,packing.....
What a task!
Sorting through belongings...deciding what to store,sell, give away, or burn... Yep,burn...the fun part!.
We've moved into the van,a month before we go, to adjust & to live with " the basics".
Yep, camping in the backyard......... the dog is wondering what the hell we're doing?
As food,clothing,medical needs,pots & pans are squeezed into cupboards...
I'm left to wonder where to put the 3 boxes of Distance Education?
Stay tuned....
Sorting through belongings...deciding what to store,sell, give away, or burn... Yep,burn...the fun part!.
We've moved into the van,a month before we go, to adjust & to live with " the basics".
Yep, camping in the backyard......... the dog is wondering what the hell we're doing?
As food,clothing,medical needs,pots & pans are squeezed into cupboards...
I'm left to wonder where to put the 3 boxes of Distance Education?
Stay tuned....
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