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Carolyn wrote: "Marianne wrote: "woohoo!! we just printed boarding passes!"Really not long to go now Marianne! Are you all packed and organised?"
pretty well.
now it's all sorts of weird meals as we use up anything perishable/not freezable in the fridge, LOL
Good to see no food wasting at yours Marianne!
My daughter (via hubbies credit card) came back from the shops with two books chosen off my lists! Wrapped up in Christmas paper with a card about how much they appreciate me!!!! One I own and one I'd read (apparently the lady at dymocks had to go through many books then Reese decided to just to grab a different one from one of the authors). She also made a comment about being surprised I hadn't read Bridget Jones Diary, and Reese thought that was a bit rude! So I'll go back and chose some others. What a cool surprise!
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Molly wrote: "Melissa wrote: "Brenda wrote: "Michael is right...when my daughter was in England a few years ago, she discovered an Aussie shop which sells vegemite, cadbury chocolate, tim tams and the rest. She..."
Kangaroo? you know what? it sounds strange enough that it probably actually is good. I will try most things once.
Kangaroo? you know what? it sounds strange enough that it probably actually is good. I will try most things once.
Melissa wrote: "Molly wrote: "Melissa wrote: "Brenda wrote: "Michael is right...when my daughter was in England a few years ago, she discovered an Aussie shop which sells vegemite, cadbury chocolate, tim tams and..."Kangaroo salami is quite good if you can get your hands on it.
Hi All, just had to share my daughter just found out she has been accepted into full time dance for 2016 to become a professional dancer.This has been her lifelong dream.We are very proud.
congratulations to your family and your daughter, Faye.
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RitaSkeeter wrote: "I don't suppose anyone knows a humane way of discouraging plovers? We have one nesting in our yard, and can no longer go outside which is a bit of a problem with two active little boys!I'll leave ..."
Rita, Here's an informative link: http://www.mygetridofguide.com/how-to...
The big things is to get rid of them before eggs arrive. Once there's eggs, you're pretty stuffed.
Michael wrote: "For all the dog lovers out there. The truth is finally revealed. :Dhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2015-08-23..."
Michael, so true. And I think we all know that cats feel absolutely no guilt whatsoever.
How fantastic Faye! Congratulations to your daughter. That's a wonderful achievement!And Suzanne, isn't wonderful that your daughters did something so special for you! They sound so lovely :)
Faye - That is awesome news :DBah.. the phone ap doesn't allow me to set correct dates for when a book is finished.
Rita. You poor thing. We have them here on the beach and in the park; really aggressive sometimes. And I certainly won't be seen dead wandering along the beach with a flag above my head, lol. Although having Mo the boxer dog with me usually keeps me safe.Just be aware around mid July next year. I would screen all vegies etc next year with chicken wire or the like. The trick is not too attract them.
Faye wrote: "Hi All, just had to share my daughter just found out she has been accepted into full time dance for 2016 to become a professional dancer.This has been her lifelong dream.We are very proud."Congratulations to your daughter - great achievement :)
Laura wrote: Kangaroo salami is quite good if you can get your hands on it. ..."Not a fan of kangaroo meat I find it a bit tough - although my niece had some on a camping tour of Kakadu and she said it was melt in the mouth tender - the secret is to have it extremely rare. Even pink it starts to toughen.
However, have tried Kangaroo salami and it was delicious!
Suzanne wrote: "My daughter (via hubbies credit card) came back from the shops with two books chosen off my lists! Wrapped up in Christmas paper with a card about how much they appreciate me!!!! One I own and one ..."How lovely of your daughter - such a special gesture.
RitaSkeeter wrote: Poop. I'm stuffed :( ..."LOL! Last year there were some nesting in the empty lot next to my daughter's house. The local kids were wearing their bike helmets - and one little wag was walking around with his cricket pads on!
My 2 year old granddaughter has no fear and puts up her arms and runs back at them roaring at the top of her voice. The militant little birds actually turn tale and flee. Her parents and grandparents however had to drag her in and have a stiff reviving drink when we saw what she was up to!
Thanks for all your kind congrats for my daughter getting in to dance next year...very exciting time...but my baby girl will be leaving home!
I have had some school kids reading on ipads etc, they have enjoyed it, however, I would not want them not reading from regular books at all as they progress through school they will need to use novels as well. But if they are reading that is also great. I worry about their eyes if they over use technology. Some research also said that when kids read paper they can see how far they have read, this could be good for good readers however for challenged readers would this show that they are not getting very far?? So is it better for them to read with an ereader??
RitaSkeeter wrote: "Faye wrote: "I have had some school kids reading on ipads etc, they have enjoyed it, however, I would not want them not reading from regular books at all as they progress through school they will n..."Yes that is still a big argument but I think each reader is different, I must say I like reading big heavy novels on my ereader, as holding a huge book is tiresome. Sounds like he is being exposed to all such as library etc, which is great. Sounds like you are doing a great job.
To all my Cyber mothers out there ;) I just bought my first car yesterday....it's a little VW Golf 2010 hatch it's soo cute!!!! I can't wait to pick it up on Wednesday!! :D
Kristen wrote: "To all my Cyber mothers out there ;) I just bought my first car yesterday....it's a little VW Golf 2010 hatch it's soo cute!!!! I can't wait to pick it up on Wednesday!! :D"Congratulations...how exciting, the freedom a car brings you.
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My grandson (9yo) borrows his fathers and reads on it, but he does read more paper books at the moment...
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A lovely little car Kristen:) What colour is it? (Most important! lol) Very economical on fuel too which is great! Well done!
Brenda wrote: "Kristen wrote: "To all my Cyber mothers out there ;) I just bought my first car yesterday....it's a little VW Golf 2010 hatch it's soo cute!!!! I can't wait to pick it up on Wednesday!! :D"
A love..."
Yeah it is! :) I did all my research and then just went for it :) haha and yes that is very true! Colour is the most important lol...it's black...so technically not a colour but it looks awesome...and thanks :) pretty excited to get it...can't wait!!
My new Golf :D
A love..."
Yeah it is! :) I did all my research and then just went for it :) haha and yes that is very true! Colour is the most important lol...it's black...so technically not a colour but it looks awesome...and thanks :) pretty excited to get it...can't wait!!
My new Golf :D
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Haha no dents whatsoever!!! It looks basically brand new!!! And I will drive safe!! And I'll take good good care of her!!!
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Haha! I meant - don't YOU put any dents in her;)
Hahahaha I DEF won't be doing that!! Lol and my bad hahaa
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Kristen wrote: "Brenda wrote: "Kristen wrote: "To all my Cyber mothers out there ;) I just bought my first car yesterday....it's a little VW Golf 2010 hatch it's soo cute!!!! I can't wait to pick it up on Wednesda..."Congratulations, Kristen. Now since it is a dark car please drive with lights on , on dull days and don't be like some who seem to think it costs them to turn on headlights. Sorry, more cyber mother advice. LOL
Dale wrote: "Kristen wrote: "Brenda wrote: "Kristen wrote: "To all my Cyber mothers out there ;) I just bought my first car yesterday....it's a little VW Golf 2010 hatch it's soo cute!!!! I can't wait to pick i..."
Thanks Dale!! :) haha u will b pleased to no then that it has automatic light settings :) nah I like to c where I'm going not just guess!!! Haha u can give me as much advice as u pls :)
Thanks Dale!! :) haha u will b pleased to no then that it has automatic light settings :) nah I like to c where I'm going not just guess!!! Haha u can give me as much advice as u pls :)
Kristen wrote: "Brenda wrote: "Kristen wrote: "To all my Cyber mothers out there ;) I just bought my first car yesterday....it's a little VW Golf 2010 hatch it's soo cute!!!! I can't wait to pick it up on Wednesda..."Congratulations Kristen!! What a great little car you have got yourself, very good and reliable. Very happy for you ;)) take care.
Thanks :) I've only ever heard good things bout them so hoping my lil car follows through on that!! I'm sure she will :) I'm happy for me too
Faye wrote: "Thanks for all your kind congrats for my daughter getting in to dance next year...very exciting time...but my baby girl will be leaving home!"Big times ahead. Good luck to her and all of you, these are big things!
Kristen wrote: "Brenda wrote: "Kristen wrote: "To all my Cyber mothers out there ;) I just bought my first car yesterday....it's a little VW Golf 2010 hatch it's soo cute!!!! I can't wait to pick it up on Wednesda..."Very nice Kristen! Happy (and safe) driving!
Aww thanks Carolyn!! I'll def b happy :D and I will most definitely try to b safe :)
B the BookAddict wrote: "Michael wrote: "For all the dog lovers out there. The truth is finally revealed. :D
http://www.abc.net.au/news/2015-08-23..."
Michael, so true. An..."
Cats have no shame, lol.
http://www.abc.net.au/news/2015-08-23..."
Michael, so true. An..."
Cats have no shame, lol.
Michael wrote: "I had Poutine today and lived to tell the story. I had an exotic one with chicken and mushrooms. Not to bad at all. Not the sought of thing i would have often but worth trying. :)"
Yay :) It sounds weird. However, it is very yummy and one of the reasons we hope French Canada never separates from us - lol.
Yay :) It sounds weird. However, it is very yummy and one of the reasons we hope French Canada never separates from us - lol.
Melissa wrote: "B the BookAddict wrote: "Michael wrote: "For all the dog lovers out there. The truth is finally revealed. :D
http://www.abc.net.au/news/2015-08-23......"
Speaking of Cats; a few weeks ago there was a bobcat in someone's backyard in calgary Alberta. No matter what size the cat, they are all the same. http://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/calgary...
http://www.abc.net.au/news/2015-08-23......"
Speaking of Cats; a few weeks ago there was a bobcat in someone's backyard in calgary Alberta. No matter what size the cat, they are all the same. http://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/calgary...
Faye wrote: "Hi All, just had to share my daughter just found out she has been accepted into full time dance for 2016 to become a professional dancer.This has been her lifelong dream.We are very proud."Congratulations Faye it's so nice when all their hard work and commitment pays off.
Enjoy your holiday Marianne. Looking forward to photos when you get back.
I saw a family of plovers today in a vacant lot of land...it used to be home to loads of bunnies...but today i saw about 3 white fluffy chicks running around.i asked my mum what she'd do about the plover problem out of curiosity and she said "chuck the eggs away.." i was shocked to hear that as it wasn't completely serious..then i asked if plovers would be attatched to the eggs or not....lol I know probably impossible to get to even if you wanted to relocate the eggs.
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Veronica wrote: "Enjoy your holiday Marianne. Looking forward to photos when you get back."Thanks, but I do plan to check in here regularly, and maybe post a photo or two...
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Really not long to go now Marianne! Are you all packed and organised?