Blissful Weekend
Just when I thought winter had crept in, this weekend was a sunny, welcome one. It kick-started for me on Friday when Asha surprised me at school bringing a box of delicious muffins for me for lunch. I got to show her my new office and we caught up. She popped around after school and I am really pleased she is going to be around for a couple of weeks while she does her placement here.
Darin got home early so we had a great Friday night together. The kids came Saturday morning and I have enjoyed their company for the weekend. I love hearing them talk to their nanny in Sydney on Skype. Technology is so fantastic for keeping people in touch. We went to the park and enjoyed the weather. We fed the ducks and they had another fish, this time no carps lost their lives. It brightens my time having these three little people around with their unique personalities.
I talked to Tom tonight. He sounds well. I saw some photos on facebook taken by one of his friends who went to visit. I miss him. This is probably the longest time I have gone without seeing him. He won’t be home till after his birthday now.
This week will be busy. We have a Marist basketball carnival at school so there will be plenty on. I feel very happy at work now. I got a laptop from school on Thursday. Now I can leave mine at home and not have to lug one around as much. I think the improvement in technology at school has also added to my enjoyment. I have been waiting for this for so long. On Friday one of my students created an excellent documentary for his Local History project. It excites me to think what they will be able to do now they have the tools. I think there is greater independence and engagement in their learning.
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Happy Days
My son came home for the weekend last night. He just gave me a hug and said “I love waking up here”. I can’t express how good that feels to me. I miss him so much that I can’t think about it anymore when he is away. When he is here it is a joy. He looks fabulously healthy and makes me laugh with the tales of his adventures.
I wasn’t expecting him until today. His friends piled into the house shortly after he entered last night. We all talked about how much we love him and I feel incredibly proud of him and the fun he brings to others. I know that were he to live here all the time, we probably wouldn’t be so endeared to one another. Having the house full of music, laughter, gossip and exotic beverages is a pleasure only enjoyed in small doses for me. I feel blessed though with the amount of it I get. I didn’t stay up all night though like last time. I really need to take care of myself at this time of the year so I can get through the rest of the term.
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Beach is Back
I dipped in the sea yesterday. We went to Inverloch with the kids. The water was cold, but I couldn’t resist. The carpark at the surf beach was full so we went to the beach near the town. The girls swam with me. Dad and son dug a big hole and buried himself.
Then we headed for some food and as always the Italian place had delicious pizza and pasta. I like the woman who takes my order. She’s has such a beautiful, warm and open face. I feel I can ask for anything and it will be no problem. The food is consistently delicious.
I texted Tom, as sitting in front of the place reminded me of last year with him and his friends. We had some great feasts there in our bathers last year. Lots of laughs too. He called me back. We exchanged news, this has been a busy week for it. He sounds well and as though he is enjoying his life. It’s not long until he comes back for another weekend and I must say I am looking forward to it.
We then headed back to play in the waves as the crowd was disappearing. It was a fun and full day. I was glad Darin was driving home because the sun, swimming and the belly full of pasta made for a drowsy drive home. Instead of loud music all the way home, we played ‘I Spy’ and then ‘sleeping tigers’.
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Touch Footy
I’d love to say I played touch footy last night, but truthfully I had a little dazed run around the grass, for very short periods. Darin and I have joined the ‘social’ touch footy competition. He managed to play for almost the entire game. It was my first experience of the game. I liked it and once I get to know what I am doing I think I could get into it. It would also be good if I were fit enough to run for more than 5 minutes. I did manage to hang onto the ball long enough to get ‘touched’. The first half I passed the ball as soon as it reached my hands, like a hot spud. Good to have some fitness goal though 
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Home Again
It was beautiful weather at Tamboritha. The creeks were full and flowing with the melted snow. We walked to Thomastown on the first day. The water was freezing, not that I wet more than my feet. It was numbing.
I rode the horses morning and afternoon on Tuesday. We rode through the bush and along the creek on the plains in front of the hut. It was sunny and the air was crisp. They were perfect conditions. I was at the back of the line so I missed a lot of the little thrills experienced by the kids, they certainly shared them that night in the huts in front of the fire. I laughed till tears rolled down my face and my stomach hurt. It still brings a chuckle thinking of some of the reactions of the students to their first horse ride.
The night sky was clear and there was no moon on Monday night giving the stars the best opportunity to show themselves. I felt really lucky to enjoy such a view. The second night the small sliver of a moon and the lightest clouds gave a different view, no less enjoyable.
I am so glad to be back from camp. I’m tired. I love being home and I missed Darin. It was probably the longest length of time we’ve been apart since we met! My parents are home from their Winter nomading and it was great to see their tanned faces again. Knowing it was possibly my last year 9 camp at Tamboritha, I appreciated the environment and the conditions have never been better.
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9 Holes
Yesterday we went to Cowes for a drive. It was really sunny when we left home and my clothing reflected this. Once I arrived I needed to buy a pair of warm pants because my skirt just wasn’t keeping the wind out. I love the emergency purchase. We checked out some real estate that we’d seen online. It was less than we’d hoped, but it was still interesting to see what was available.
I spent quite a few years holidaying at Cowes with my family as a teenager. I had never been to Rhyll, so we drove there and I had a look. We also drove around San Remo, there are some amazing views in that part of the world, but no fish and chip shop was open, what’s with that?
We got back home mid afternoon and it was sunny and bright. Darin suggested 9 holes of golf. I haven’t played golf for nearly 20 years, except on the Wii! It was a perfect afternoon for it and I enjoyed it a lot. He is very patient and helpful to play golf with, it was actually more fun than I had expected.
Sitting out on the balcony having a beer, the late afternoon light and shadows over the golf course was tranquil and I was happy about the way I’d spent the second day of my holidays.
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He Came, He Went
Words cannot describe my feelings when my son walked back in my door. Or when he left.
He looks vibrantly healthy and happy. We had a great time. He had stories to tell and was still able to entertain and amuse with ease. I got to see all his friends. It’s harder to let go this time it seems, when I know he is thriving and won’t be coming back except for weekends. Not that I would want it any other way, but still it is a letting go.
It was great to see all his friends. I laughed a lot with them all. He shared the ridiculous ‘phone jacker’ with us and his latest tunes. I still have “I’ve Got Hurt Feelings” jumping in and out of my brain to annoy me. Darin cooked an amazing feast for us all on Sunday. He also took a pile of photos that recapture the time. Friday night no one went to bed till daylight. It was as though I didn’t want to miss a moment with him. The weather was great for the weekend it was all I could ask for.
I am very proud of him. He has ventured off bravely and made his dreams come true. There were some lonely and worrying times for him, but he hung in there. Most of all I am glad he is still himself. It left me wanting more.
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Resting
Tonight is a quiet night. Darin is already asleep on the couch and I won’t be far behind I think.
Sunday was busy, Wilma and Darryl came and fitted wooden venetian blinds to my windows. I love them. Asha visited briefly in the afternoon and it’s always lovely to see her. One of Tom’s mates, Phil dropped in too. Interestingly I’ve bumped into many of Tom’s friends this week, after missing them all for so long. Tom is coming home this weekend, so we are all looking forward to seeing him again. I can’t wait.
Darin cooked a delicious lunch of crumbed cutlets and salad with crusty bread for us all on Sunday. It was beautiful to watch him showing Jack how to cut things and crumb etc. He is so patient and makes a great teacher. I felt sorry that he had to cook on father’s day, when really I should have been looking after him, yet watching them do this together seemed perfect. I think he really enjoys it.
I tried to phone my dad for father’s day, but didn’t catch up with them (my parents) until the next day. They are in outback QLD currently and were not reachable. Sounds like they are having a good time though so all is well.
It’s only 8 days until the school holidays and although it’s only been a six week term for me due to my long service leave, work is a tense place currently, I’ll be happy to put a fullstop on this term.
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Luna Park
Awaking in the motel room earlier than expected we had 4 hours to distract three very excited children on Saturday morning from the much anticipated joys of Luna Park. The buffet breakfast was a good start and from there we headed for a walk around St Kilda. I loved the community garden and the farmers market next door. We strolled past the cake shops and enjoyed a coffee. Jack(8) took this great photo blinded by the morning sunlight.
Still having an hour to fill we headed back to the room and Darin squeezed a shower in, there was no waiting for him to have one earlier in the morning. This photo recalls the waiting, waiting, waiting feeling of the morning. 
We entered the gates with a larger crowd and the fun began. The ”horseys” were a big hit with the girls and Jack was in bliss since his height was not an issue on any of the rides. Not so lucky was Elise (4) denied the Ferris Wheel because she was too short.
My most memorable moment of the day was waiting in the line for the Scenic Railway for what felt like an hour with Ruby (2) in my arms. She fell asleep and I was quite anxious she would wake up on the ride and be terrified. She did wake but was far from terrified. She is a thrillseeker and made my first ride on the Scenic Railway a joy with her gleeful expressions.
We had perfect weather and the kids were great, totally enjoying the day and being patient with each other as their different rides were enjoyed. The trip home on Saturday afternoon was quieter with only Jack staying awake for a game of eye spy. Another early night for me though!
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Discovering Kongwak
Darin and I went for a drive this afternoon to Cape Patterson. We were taking off from Warragul and went through the green hills on the windy roads and came across Kongwak between Korumburra and Wonthaggi. We stopped.
It’s a small place, yet it had a really colourful Market. The people there knew the teenage kids by name, as well as one another. I love that tiny community environment. There was a variety of new and secondhand things, inside and outside stalls and a nice vibe. I bought a couple of kids books, Darin purchased some CDs of comedians and he got some of our favourite incense and a sandalwood box. I tried on some clothes but my broad shoulders just didn’t feel relaxed in them, everywhere else fitted great.
We also checked out the Art Gallery and we both fell in love with a sculpture there. We managed to walk away discussing all the things we need to do at home before a peice like that would find a decent place. There were some appealing watercolours there.
The remainder of the day was gentle, Cape Patterson was a bit seaweedy, we drove back through Inverloch. Finding Kongwak was the unexpected pleasure of the day.
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