All about wood!

 

It's all about wood right now

The weather turned and did a complete 180!

The winds are very cold and it's been raining 

Not complaining. It's about time really. But it could if done it slowly lol 

So from the wood pile to wheel barrows by the door 

And even some inside. So during the night if I get up I don't have to open any doors 

 

We have or original fire going as we havent organised a fire gate as yet. This one is far enough that I can keep Melody away 

So now it's toasty warm in here 

Soup is in the slow cooker and I've got my yarn out. Ready to cast on another project 

Yup. Winter is here 

See ya xxx

 

Anzac Day 2017

Today is ANZAC Day. A day we all remember a dark day in our history when two fledgling nations were tested and 

Although lost a battle forged their identities 

These two nations australia and New Zealand are forever connected by these bonds of mateship and endurance 

For us today we reflect on what this means and say thank you to all those that have served and are serving to preserve our freedoms 

 

Today I'll watch the services on television and this afternoon we will watch the traditional Anzac Day class between my footy team and Essendon 

And I'll continue doing what I always do 

I've started a skirt for Melody. I don't have a pattern. I'm going to wing it and see how it goes I've started it with a pattern edge and I'll continue in just plain until it's done 

The grey cardigan was just a tad short. She is going to be tall like her dad we think. So I undid it and added another repeat of the pattern edge 

 

The weather is rainy and bleak today. So lamb shanks are in the slow cooker 

It's wonderful living the simple life. A choice we made many years ago

And now that  we are getting older. Although our bodies are not as strong as they once were. 

We are greatful for what we can do. 

Have a lovely day where ever you are 

Lest we forget! 

 

 

Winter is coming

Remember the little purple variegated jacket I made a few weeks ago 

Well it fit Melody. And it was perfect with a long sleeve top on for these autumn days 

So her mum asked for a couple more 

Here is one in a grey mix of wool, silk and acrylic 

I had the yarn , which I got a bargain and the buttons I've had for ages. Waiting for a special project 

Melody went home wearing this. It was very cute 

 

And here is the one I'm currently working on. It's an alcpaca / acrylic mix. 

And as Melody is growing like a weed. I'll add an extra repeat of the pattern at the end to make it slightly longer. 

Not a bad start to a winter wardrobe 

How's the weather at your place. 

It's raining right now and we are loving it here 

Enjoy your weekend 

See ya xxx

 

Easter 2017

Here is the traditional lamb on the spit for Easter. Everyone was eagerly waiting for it to be ready for us 

To eat  it smelled yummy 

The whole family congregate at my parents place to feast and swap eggs

 

Here is my dad with Melody and Tyler. His two great grandchildren 

My two nieces are both expecting around August so soon there will be even more 

To love and cherish and eat lamb with 

But for now that's Easter done for another year 

Hope you all have an enjoyable Easter with your family and friends 

See ya xxx

 

The beginning of something

Hubby has started digging the foundation

Concrete will be poured

And building will begin 

Are you curious?

Wait and see 

 

And now he has two site managers. Making sure he is doing a good job lol 

Have a lovely Easter Sunday y'all 

See ya xxx

 

Time for a new machine

Here is my faithful washing machine. I honestly don't remember when we bought her. But it's been years

The other day while doing a load of towels she started to make horrid noises 

Sounded like metal on metal grinding 

I quickly turned her off and restarted her. After checking the balance of the load 

That wasn't the problem. I restarted her and the same thing happened. 

I prayed she would last till the end of the cycle and she did 

Hubby came to give her a look over and pronounced her terminal!

It was not a good day

 

So off we went with the money that I had saved, for a rainy day!

And looked at th machines in our budget 

I wasn't going to get one as big as our last machine, she was a 10kilo

But we found this baby. She was the last one, floor stock and was priced over a thousand dollars originally 

That was over budget. BUT

as she was the last she was reduced. And hubby got even more off because she was floor stock and had scratches on the lid 

So she was well and truly under our budget!

Score 

So another 10 kilo washer for me! 

She has already washed two loads of washing including my bedding today 

She is very quiet and efficient 

As for the old girl. She has been relegated to scrap metal

She will be recycled 

A fitting end to an old work horse 

See ya xxx

 

26 today

26 years ago you came into our lives 

You have been a constant joy

This little girl has grown into an amazing women

Who now has a little girl of her own 

Have a wonderful birthday my baby girl 

Love you forever and beyond

xxxxx