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07 December 2011

Gadabouting Again

Have been busy packing and getting everything done before I go gadabouting again. Hence no "down memory lane" this week.
View of one of the Gold Coast Beaches
Tomorrow I am off to the Gold Coast to visit eldest son and DIL before Christmas. The bus leaves at 11am and after disembarking in Brisbane will take a train to inland of where they live.  From there it will be in the comfort of their car.  It is a long journey for me.  Although son is driving me home himself when I come back.
Son and the "children" Chloe on left and Beau on right.
I know the puppies (read horse size) will be pleased to see me. I am amazed to see how they always remember me.  I know there will be gardening, and picking of the fresh veges, and no doubt there will be ironing...there always is.  I think the amount of ironing I do for him should warrant 2 yes t-w-o  windows in the dungeon.

For some reason whenever I am there I am always relaxed.  It is a very peaceful household, and there are no pressures.  If it stops raining and warms up, I will even get to have  swim in the pool,  sorry... there won't be any photos of that!

Enjoy the rest of your week everyone, see ya!

p.s. I have been told that there is no chance of me expecting to retire with them to a house like the one in the 'garden party' post....so it is definitely the dungeon for me.... with a bit of luck though now I have my pacemaker  I will out live them and get to live in comfort in the top part of the house with the puppies.






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  1. JulieDecember 7, 2011 at 12:10 PM

    Have loads of fun Shirley!

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  2. SuztatsDecember 7, 2011 at 1:07 PM

    Hope you have a wonderful visit! Safe travels.
    Hugs

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  3. DianneDecember 7, 2011 at 6:36 PM

    Hope the Gold Coast is warmer for you, Shirley. Come on, we want to see the swimsuit shot! Don't be shy. Have a great time and behave yourself.

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  4. CatherineDecember 7, 2011 at 11:39 PM

    You are so funny. Have a great trip!

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  5. neki desuDecember 8, 2011 at 6:21 AM

    you are hilarious! hope you have a grand time albeit the dungeon :)

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  6. JenstersDecember 8, 2011 at 7:24 AM

    Great photos Shirley...wish we had some sunshine here at the moment xx

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  7. Stitching LadyDecember 8, 2011 at 8:15 AM

    Hi Shirley, nice to read you and see your eldest son and the puppies. And no dungeon for the moment. Enjoy your time with your children in this peaceful house. Hope the swiming will take place - We are doing again house tracing on the coming weekend. 3 objects - maybe on snowy roads, oh my!

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  8. baukjeDecember 9, 2011 at 3:12 AM

    Hope you'll have a great time with those two dogs ....and the rest.

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  9. Joy VDecember 9, 2011 at 11:30 AM

    Hi Shirley - just noticed you have joined my blog, thank you. Hope you enjoy what I post. Sometimes I'm a bit slow in posting stuff. Love this photo of your son and the dogs. I know what 'small horses' are - my DS3 and his ex had a beautiful Ridgeback. His tail would hit both sides of my hallway when wagging it! Will join you also.

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  10. CJ STITCHING AND BLOOMSDecember 9, 2011 at 10:11 PM

    Hello Shirley, Enjoy your time with your son and family. And I hope you get time to go for a swim. I love to swim too. I am sure there will be no dungeon for you. Hugs judy

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  11. l'alternativaDecember 12, 2011 at 8:02 AM

    Carissima Shirley sei simpaticissima, buon viaggio e buona vacanza
    Un grosso bacio
    Emi

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  12. N. MariaDecember 13, 2011 at 4:52 PM

    What a wonderful treat for you!!! Your son and horses look handsome!
    No pictures of you enjoying the swim? What kind of friend are you?! ;)
    Look forward to you coming back to blog land.

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  13. KarynDecember 20, 2011 at 4:01 PM

    Have a lovely holiday with your family.

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  14. LindaDecember 21, 2011 at 2:37 PM

    I am sorry Shirley, I missed commenting on this post. I guess I thought you would be unable to moderate anyway. Love the photo of 'son' and doggies. They look so relaxed together. I am pleased you are home again, I missed you. Best Wishes for the next few days, hope your Christmas is pleasant. Cheers.

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