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[Kathryn]

Wonder how long the drugs will last for, though?

[Angela]

My fingers and toes are crossed for him! He is totally my sportsman crush ;)

[Kathryn]

I don't know who I'm going for now! I was barracking for Wawrinka, but it wasn't nice to see Nadal in pain and now I can't believe Wawrinka isn't stepping up!! He doesn't even need to be playing great tennis - just steady and consistent tennis!!

[Kathryn]

I just want them both to be playing good tennis, at this point!

[Angela]

Me too. Could be a long one judging by current trends.

[Samantha]

I am with you Kathryn, I didn't like Wawrinka's attitude early in the match and then Rafa being boo'ed there is just no need for it. I give Nadal 100% credit for sticking it out!

[Kathryn]

But Nadal is a great player - he can play through back pain, crowd disapproval, holes worn in his hand from his racquet and most other distractions! Obviously Wawrinka has a bit to go before he can be called a great player...

[Samantha]

True. Rafa has been up there for awhile Stan is new to the Grand Slam finals

[Angela]

Plus Stan got super grumpy earlier. Go Rafa!

[Kathryn]

Sorry Michael, we've temporarily hijacked the thread!!

And I thought we were about to hurtle to an end, but maybe not...!

[Kathryn]

And Stan did get super grumpy, but I sort of sympathised with him - players receiving treatment used to be treated on court and their opponent could see what was happening - I think if they go off court, their opponent should be informed of the nature of the injury. But I agree, that he didn't go the right way about it and could have redirected his energy more usefully!!

[Brenda, Aussie Authors Queen]

You guys obviously don't realize there's a sports thread just waiting for this conversation;)

[Abby]

I'm not watching the game but I don't know if Rafa is going to win.... Bad back and all... But still go Rafa!!

[Kathryn]

Nope, didn't realise there was a sports thread and now it's all over. Not Nadal's night but valiant fight. I still think Wawrinka has a bit of mental work to do before he's a "great" player!

[Angela]

Kathryn - agree, agree, agree!

[Abby]

Aw. Damn. Oh well Rafa is still number 1....

[Brenda, Aussie Authors Queen]

That's bad luck - I was going for Nadal too (after Federer though!)

[Abby]

Yeah same. I like Federer heaps better then Rafa but I liked him better than the other guy.....

[David]

Elaine wrote: "Bette wrote: "On a personal note, I find Australia Day hard going. Our son Avery James Roulston died 17 years ago today age 6 months. Always feels like yesterday..."

Bette can't imagine how diff..."

Best wishes and love, Bette.

[Katherine]

Cats. My white double coated 12 year old, name of Houdini, aka WhoDoneIt, has decided that he just can not sleep anywhere but on my brown wool rug. The Roomba is screaming something about over worked robot slaves unionizing.

[B the BookAddict]

Thanks everyone for your wishes and thoughts. You think it would get easier but it doesn't. Birthdays and anniversaries - awful. Anyone who has lost a child will tell you that, don't you agree Samantha?

I am sorry for starting everyone's day on a sad note like that. Bette

[B the BookAddict]

To make you all smile:)

I took my friend from Baltimore to lunch at my twin sister's home. My baby sister, my niece, my little niece and nephew and my grand niece were there. She walked into the kitchen and exclaimed: "Oh my god, you are a cult!" We are all redheads!

Lots of laughter in the room and she was a winner with my family. Imagine if she's met my other two sisters in Melbourne - also redheads!

[Dale]

Don't be sorry Bette. We all friends here and just felt sad for you.

[B the BookAddict]

Dale wrote: "Don't be sorry Bette. We all friends here and just felt sad for you."

Thanks, Dale.

[Kathryn]

I agree with Dale. No apologies needed

Sounds like you're having a good time with your friend from the States. Did her husband remedy the Downton Abbey situation? Are you now finished season 4?

[Samantha]

I agree Bette. No need to be sorry, reach for support when you need it. Xx

[Angela]

Me too! Sending you lots of peace x

[Faye]

Hi everyone, just wondering if any of you have a Nutribullet (the machine that makes juices and smoothies) or even another brand. I have just purchased one and are looking for different recipes or tips. This is to help me with my health kick (and weight loss - long story).

Thanks Faye

[Brenda, Aussie Authors Queen]

Bette wrote: "Thanks everyone for your wishes and thoughts. You think it would get easier but it doesn't. Birthdays and anniversaries - awful. Anyone who has lost a child will tell you that, don't you agree S..."

Don't be sorry Bette! We hope our thoughts made things just a little easier:)

[Brenda, Aussie Authors Queen]

Bette wrote: "To make you all smile:)

I took my friend from Baltimore to lunch at my twin sister's home. My baby sister, my niece, my little niece and nephew and my grand niece were there. She walked into the..."

Haha! That's funny!! I should join you - I'm a redhead too (though a little faded now, with the *odd* grey;))

[Brenda, Aussie Authors Queen]

Faye wrote: "Hi everyone, just wondering if any of you have a Nutribullet (the machine that makes juices and smoothies) or even another brand. I have just purchased one and are looking for different recipes or ..."

No, but it sounds interesting Faye?

[Faye]

Hi Brenda,

The Nutribullet is the machine you put vegetables and or fruit in and it comes out smooth, the nutrionist like it because nothing is wasted, all the fibre is in the drink. Supposed to give you lots of nutrients and vitamins (hence engery).

[Brenda, Aussie Authors Queen]

Faye wrote: "Hi Brenda,

The Nutribullet is the machine you put vegetables and or fruit in and it comes out smooth, the nutrionist like it because nothing is wasted, all the fibre is in the drink. Supposed to ..."

Thanks Faye....My son and d-i-l have a very fancy juicer which you do the same thing with - don't know if it's the same as yours. But they used to use it all the time, not so much now I don't think. They and their kids loved the drinks, but it gets expensive after awhile I think...

[Brenda, Aussie Authors Queen]

How utterly amazing!

http://news.ninemsn.com.au/world/2013...

[Phrynne, Series Queen!]

Brenda wrote: "How utterly amazing!

http://news.ninemsn.com.au/world/2013..."

Wow!

[Brenda, Aussie Authors Queen]

Can I have a little brag? :D

I'm pretty chuffed! I have just received an email with a round-up of the reviews of Australian Women Writers for 2013, and I was the top reviewer :D

http://australianwomenwriters.com/

[Angela]

Good job Brenda! Congrats and gloat all you like - you deserve it :-)

[Brenda, Aussie Authors Queen]

Thanks Angela:)

[Sharon]

Of course you can brag as that's fantastic Brenda. WELL DONE and CONGRATULATIONS!!

[Brenda, Aussie Authors Queen]

Sharon wrote: "Of course you can brag as that's fantastic Brenda. WELL DONE and CONGRATULATIONS!!"

Thanks Sharon! Pretty excited:)

[Sharon]

Yes I imagine you would be VERY excited ;) Thats enough excitement for one day now get back to reading. Lol ;)

[Brenda, Aussie Authors Queen]

Sharon wrote: "Yes I imagine you would be VERY excited ;) Thats enough excitement for one day now get back to reading. Lol ;)"

LOL! I am thoroughly enjoying my read at the moment - The Lost Girls by Aussie author (who lives here) Wendy James

[Sally906]

Brenda wrote: "Can I have a little brag? :D

I'm pretty chuffed! I have just received an email with a round-up of the reviews of Australian Women Writers for 2013, and I was the top reviewer :D

http://australian..."

Congratulations - well,done :)

[Sharon]

Oh that sounds really good Brenda. Looking forward to your review tomorrow ;)

[Brenda, Aussie Authors Queen]

Sharon wrote: "Oh that sounds really good Brenda. Looking forward to your review tomorrow ;)"

Haha! Won't be able to put the review up until near the end of February Sharon, as it's not published until 1st March!

[Brenda, Aussie Authors Queen]

Sally906 wrote: "Brenda wrote: "Can I have a little brag? :D

I'm pretty chuffed! I have just received an email with a round-up of the reviews of Australian Women Writers for 2013, and I was the top reviewer :D

ht..."

Thanks Sally:)

[Sharon]

Brenda wrote: "Sharon wrote: "Oh that sounds really good Brenda. Looking forward to your review tomorrow ;)"

Haha! Won't be able to put the review up until near the end of February Sharon, as it's not published ..."


Oh POO I've gotta wait that long? Lol That's just not fair :(

[Sharon]

Brenda,

That picture of the newborn is amazing.

So was your Australian Women Writers Challenge effort.

Congratulations.

[Brenda, Aussie Authors Queen]

Sharon wrote: "Brenda wrote: "Sharon wrote: "Oh that sounds really good Brenda. Looking forward to your review tomorrow ;)"

Haha! Won't be able to put the review up until near the end of February Sharon, as it's..."

LOL!!!

[Brenda, Aussie Authors Queen]

Sharon wrote: "Brenda,

That picture of the newborn is amazing.

So was your Australian Women Writers Challenge effort.

Congratulations."

Yes it's certainly an amazing pic! And for the doctor to be "blown away" when they see so much, is too!

Thanks Sharon:)