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[Carolyn]

Michael wrote: "Yay my new fridge has arrived. All ready got it stocked. :)"

Just in time for Summer Michael!

[Brenda, Aussie Authors Queen]

Michael wrote: "Yay my new fridge has arrived. All ready got it stocked. :)"

Awesome Michael! Hope it lasts forever for you;)

[Brenda, Aussie Authors Queen]

Melissa wrote: "Michael wrote: "I know Melissa. It is quite amazing that these events keep happening and yet the country seems incapable of putting in measures to make these events rare. I seen Obama's speech earl..."

An ongoing tragedy which will continue until the morons over there realize getting rid of the guns is the beginning of making it better!

[Brenda, Aussie Authors Queen]

B the BookAddict wrote: "Where the heck is everyone this morning? Travelling to Melbourne for the GF? Brilliantly sunny day here.

I worked in the garden all yesterday afternoon with the guy who does my lawns. Today, I..."

How did you get the hives Bette?

[Carolyn]

Melissa wrote: "RIP to the 10 victims of the shooting in Oregon USA; a right shame that events like this keep repeating themselves."

I was saddened to hear of another college shooting; so tragic for the innocent victims and their parents. However, I can't help feeling they will continue while gun ownership is so easy in the US. Obama has an unwinnable battle with the gun lobby.

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Brenda wrote: "Melissa wrote: "Michael wrote: "I know Melissa. It is quite amazing that these events keep happening and yet the country seems incapable of putting in measures to make these events rare. I seen Ob..."

It is sad, there is a show here called border security. It is shocking how many Americans that are genuinely shocked to discover that we do not share their love of the weapon. Therefore getting denied access to the country. Sometimes, I would rather be neighbours with Australia (which is an awful thing to say as my mom is american .. sorry mom)

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Carolyn wrote: "Melissa wrote: "RIP to the 10 victims of the shooting in Oregon USA; a right shame that events like this keep repeating themselves."

I was saddened to hear of another college shooting; so tragic ..."

I hear it more and more every time he gives the speech; Obama is exasperated with the situation. Their hands are tied.

[Brenda, Aussie Authors Queen]

We have Border Security here too Melissa...it's a good show (though probably different to yours) it's good to know the Canadians don't follow the US's stance on guns! I feel sorry for Obama as he's as frustrated as the rest of us...

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Brenda wrote: "We have Border Security here too Melissa...it's a good show (though probably different to yours) it's good to know the Canadians don't follow the US's stance on guns! I feel sorry for Obama as he's..."

Yes, we watch the Australian version too. Some of the travelers just make me want to say, "really? you thought that was a good idea?"

[Brenda, Aussie Authors Queen]

LOL! Try anything once...twice...thrice...

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Brenda wrote: "LOL! Try anything once...twice...thrice..."

I seem to remember a Kangaroo entering canada one epi; just sitting in a rolling cart.

[Brenda, Aussie Authors Queen]

lol!

[Jülie ☼♄ ]

B the BookAddict wrote: "Where the heck is everyone this morning? Travelling to Melbourne for the GF? Brilliantly sunny day here.

I worked in the garden all yesterday afternoon with the guy who does my lawns. Today, I..."

Sorry this is a bit late Bette, but did you take an antihistamine? It might help relieve the hives...you must have a plant that you are allergic to, or something bit you without you realising?

[Carolyn]

If it gets really itchy at night Bette you can also get a calamine with lignocaine to dull the itch and help you get some sleep. Magic stuff! Hope it clears up soon.

[B the BookAddict]

Brenda wrote: "B the BookAddict wrote: "Where the heck is everyone this morning? Travelling to Melbourne for the GF? Brilliantly sunny day here.

I worked in the garden all yesterday afternoon with the guy who ...

How did you get the hives Bette?"

Ended up at Emergency Doctor yesterday as my temp went up and up. They did a blood test, suspect Measles which I was immunised against as a child but some cases still do occur apparently. Feeling really lousy, covered in red spots, itchy like the devil, headache, sore eyes. Will know results Monday. I hope they're wrong.

[Veronica ⭐️]

Oh dear, that doesn't sound good. Hope it's something less sinister. Rest up.

[Carolyn]

Oh dear Bette. That does sound more like a virus than hives. Hope it's not measles and doesn't last too long. Make sure you get lots of rest, fluids and sympathy while you wait for the results.

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B the BookAddict wrote: "Brenda wrote: "B the BookAddict wrote: "Where the heck is everyone this morning? Travelling to Melbourne for the GF? Brilliantly sunny day here.

I worked in the garden all yesterday afternoon wi..."

Oh dear, take it easy and I hope you feel better soon.

[Vivian]

My footy team isn't in the Grand Final today, but still enjoy the atmosphere of it all. The backyard barbie's all fired up, and for those who want a more traditional feel, meat pies, hot dogs, tomato sauce all on hand to be washed down with a can or two of VB. And Melbourne has turned on perfect weather for our interstate guests.

[Dale]

RitaSkeeter wrote: "Hope you're feeling better very soon Bette. That sounds awful."

Yes, definitely hope you feel better soon Bette.

[Brenda, Aussie Authors Queen]

B the BookAddict wrote: "Brenda wrote: "B the BookAddict wrote: "Where the heck is everyone this morning? Travelling to Melbourne for the GF? Brilliantly sunny day here.

I worked in the garden all yesterday afternoon wi..."

Oh no Bette! That's awful:( I do hope you'll be alright! Take care...

[Brenda, Aussie Authors Queen]

Vivian wrote: "My footy team isn't in the Grand Final today, but still enjoy the atmosphere of it all. The backyard barbie's all fired up, and for those who want a more traditional feel, meat pies, hot dogs, toma..."

And the sad part is that it appears it'll be a complete whitewash! I hate it when that happens, especially in the situation with heaps of people travelling from the West:(

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Sigh :( it appears that I have gotten a cold that has gone into my lungs. I shall do nothing but read and drink tea today.

[Dale]

Melissa wrote: "Sigh :( it appears that I have gotten a cold that has gone into my lungs. I shall do nothing but read and drink tea today."

Sounds a good plan Bette. Get well soon.

[Brenda, Aussie Authors Queen]

Melissa wrote: "Sigh :( it appears that I have gotten a cold that has gone into my lungs. I shall do nothing but read and drink tea today."

So sorry to hear Melissa! You poor thing - take it easy and accept some pampering:)

[Vivian]

Brenda wrote: "Vivian wrote: "My footy team isn't in the Grand Final today, but still enjoy the atmosphere of it all. The backyard barbie's all fired up, and for those who want a more traditional feel, meat pies,..."

There's going to be some very dejected fans heading back

[Brenda, Aussie Authors Queen]

Vivian wrote: "Brenda wrote: "Vivian wrote: "My footy team isn't in the Grand Final today, but still enjoy the atmosphere of it all. The backyard barbie's all fired up, and for those who want a more traditional f..."

Sadly yes!

[Veronica ⭐️]

Melissa wrote: "Sigh :( it appears that I have gotten a cold that has gone into my lungs. I shall do nothing but read and drink tea today."

I had that a few months ago Melissa. It sounds like it has travelled across the sea. It took me a long time to get over it. I hope you are better soon.

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Brenda wrote: "Melissa wrote: "Sigh :( it appears that I have gotten a cold that has gone into my lungs. I shall do nothing but read and drink tea today."

So sorry to hear Melissa! You poor thing - take it easy..."

Thanks Brenda, my pup is coming in for a snuggle. However, I suspect he has slighty selfish motives :p

[Brenda, Aussie Authors Queen]

Melissa wrote: "Brenda wrote: "Melissa wrote: "Sigh :( it appears that I have gotten a cold that has gone into my lungs. I shall do nothing but read and drink tea today."

So sorry to hear Melissa! You poor thing..."

Of course...but make the most of the puppy cuddles anyway;)

[Carolyn]

Melissa wrote: "Brenda wrote: "Melissa wrote: "Sigh :( it appears that I have gotten a cold that has gone into my lungs. I shall do nothing but read and drink tea today."

So sorry to hear Melissa! You poor thing..."

Pets always seem to know when you're sick and need a snuggle. Hope you feel better soon :)

[Brenda, Aussie Authors Queen]

Don't forget to wind your clocks forward one hour before you go to bed tonight everyone! Losing an hour on a long weekend isn't so good though!

[Marianne]

For once I miss out on this.
Instead, I miss a whole day, LOL!
We leave London 9.25pm Monday, arrive Sydney 6.10am Wednesday: no Tuesday for us!

[B the BookAddict]

Marianne, hoping you have time to recover from the plane trip before going back to work.

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OK, so it is only a few days of Canadian Thanksgiving. I wonder, is thanksgiving a thing in Australia?

[Faye]

Melissa wrote: "OK, so it is only a few days of Canadian Thanksgiving. I wonder, is thanksgiving a thing in Australia?"

Not normally celebrated however, I work with two American/Canadian people and they always celebrate and in someway include their workmates it is really cool.

[Neko]

Yeah our dollar is doing so bad now :( I miss when it was on par with the US dollar or even close to it..Must admit my online purchases have dwindled cause of it. Only been purchasing kindle books as of recent.

[Brenda, Aussie Authors Queen]

Marianne wrote: "For once I miss out on this.
Instead, I miss a whole day, LOL!
We leave London 9.25pm Monday, arrive Sydney 6.10am Wednesday: no Tuesday for us!"

Safe journey home Marianne:)

[Dale]

Marianne wrote: "For once I miss out on this.
Instead, I miss a whole day, LOL!
We leave London 9.25pm Monday, arrive Sydney 6.10am Wednesday: no Tuesday for us!"

Safe trip home Marianne.

[Phrynne, Series Queen!]

I missed my birthday on that trip a few years ago. I wondered if that made me a year younger???
Safe trip Marianne:)

[Neko]

My Mum got her birthday twice many years ago cause we went back a day! does that add an extra year? lol xD

@ Marianne - Safe travels!

[Sally906]

Marianne wrote: "For once I miss out on this.
Instead, I miss a whole day, LOL!
We leave London 9.25pm Monday, arrive Sydney 6.10am Wednesday: no Tuesday for us!"

Safe trip Marianne - I wouldn't count on Thursday or Friday either as the jet lag hits! Took us a week to work out if we were Arthur or Martha :)

[Brenda, Aussie Authors Queen]

Haha!!! Definitely makes you younger not older girls!!! Not sure how with your Mum Laura, but we could figure something out I'm sure;)

[Brenda, Aussie Authors Queen]

It's like the people who have birthdays on 29th February...only once every four years!

[Phrynne, Series Queen!]

Brenda wrote: "It's like the people who have birthdays on 29th February...only once every four years!"

They must be getting excited about next year:)

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RitaSkeeter wrote: "Melissa wrote: "OK, so it is only a few days of Canadian Thanksgiving. I wonder, is thanksgiving a thing in Australia?"

I used to like celebrating Black Friday shopping... ;) Sadly the dollar is..."

I love black friday shopping (online not in person; in person it is an anxious person's worst nightmare).

Alas, our loonie is doing poorly also.

[Brenda, Aussie Authors Queen]

Phrynne wrote: "Brenda wrote: "It's like the people who have birthdays on 29th February...only once every four years!"

They must be getting excited about next year:)"

LOL! Be a huge celebration once every four years!

[Neko]

@Brenda - lol! maybe I'll raise the comment when she has a major birthday milestone...60 is coming up!

[Brenda, Aussie Authors Queen]

Haha!! Yes she'd probably appreciate that;)

[Marianne]

B the BookAddict wrote: "Marianne, hoping you have time to recover from the plane trip before going back to work."

Thanks Bette..... I arrive early Wednesday morning, go to a literary lunch Friday (hope I can stay awake then!) and back at work Wednes, so I hope to be over the jetlag by then, but I always find it worse west to east.