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Thursday 28 October 2010
Just a couple of pics
Friday 22 October 2010
Billabong Snow Master
Like all the French people, Emma was born being able to ski before she could walk. You will not believe this, but there are some pretty decent skiing grounds here in Australia and I'm not talking about the discarded lump of rock down south they call Tasmania.
My Wife flew down with the 0600 flight to Canberra ACT just for a weekend of skiing. Awesome snow, friendly people and some good gear is all she needs to carve some excellent paths down the hills.
My Wife flew down with the 0600 flight to Canberra ACT just for a weekend of skiing. Awesome snow, friendly people and some good gear is all she needs to carve some excellent paths down the hills.
Monday 18 October 2010
Kieran first year (and a bit)
The little bundle of joy that sleeps, yawns and smiles has morphed into a hyperactive mini-rhinoceros with monkey traits. Recently, Kieran’s new mission in life is to climb anything higher than him. This usually triggers a primordial reaction where mum and dad explain patiently to the child that it is dangerous. We’ve given up on this as this mild reprimand is usually met with vicious yelping and –Kieran’s specialty- head banging against the floor to demonstrate his disagreement.
I have to review my conviction that parents have any influence on the child’s development. Basically we’re here for the ride, till the kid is old enough to leave the house. But that’s okay...
Monday 11 October 2010
The weather curse
I am well known for my disposition to bring unwanted weather wherever I go. A few examples would be:
Kite surfing? When I show up the kites fall from the sky with no wind at all, or the wind is a full hurricane force 11. My kite surfing mates have often said "bad weather Bassie".
Namibia desert? If I wander into a desert where it just doesn't rain... ever... guess what happens when I show up?
This weekend I decided to organise a very special weekend for my very special wife. Completely lost in enthusiasm I forgot all about my curse and organised the most weather sensitive activities you could imagine. A private Champagne Balloon flight over Byron Bay and go and see the dolphins up close or dive at Julian Rock.
Well, with gale forecasts and 200mm rails predicted, this of course was cancelled swiftly.
I had reserved the very best table at the very best restaurant in Byron bay, which turned out to be the very worst seat in these weather conditions. I am fortunate to have a wife who sees the bright side of life and we had a good laugh.
Kite surfing? When I show up the kites fall from the sky with no wind at all, or the wind is a full hurricane force 11. My kite surfing mates have often said "bad weather Bassie".
Namibia desert? If I wander into a desert where it just doesn't rain... ever... guess what happens when I show up?
This weekend I decided to organise a very special weekend for my very special wife. Completely lost in enthusiasm I forgot all about my curse and organised the most weather sensitive activities you could imagine. A private Champagne Balloon flight over Byron Bay and go and see the dolphins up close or dive at Julian Rock.
Well, with gale forecasts and 200mm rails predicted, this of course was cancelled swiftly.
I had reserved the very best table at the very best restaurant in Byron bay, which turned out to be the very worst seat in these weather conditions. I am fortunate to have a wife who sees the bright side of life and we had a good laugh.
Friday 1 October 2010
Just another day in Sydney
Yep I'm in Sydney again.
I've been pretty much commuting weekly in the past 10 weeks. I come here so often I almost forgot what a fantastic city it is. Sydney scores very high on the best city list consistently and it's clear why. When the planes flies over the city, make sure you get a window seat on the left side of the plane: you'll see the incredible lay-out of the city.
The weather here is nice this time of the year. Tourists wear thongs, t-shirts and shorts while the Locals have a sweater or a light jacket.
Today I am out for a steak. I am carnivore without shame and there aren't many animals I haven't eaten. Today it will be cow. I can chose between a thousand different cuisines, ranging from japanese+french fusion to Lebanese and from Chichuan to pub-food. The streets are full of every type of person from every corner of the earth and there's music from every pub.
Yep, I really like Sydney.
I've been pretty much commuting weekly in the past 10 weeks. I come here so often I almost forgot what a fantastic city it is. Sydney scores very high on the best city list consistently and it's clear why. When the planes flies over the city, make sure you get a window seat on the left side of the plane: you'll see the incredible lay-out of the city.
The weather here is nice this time of the year. Tourists wear thongs, t-shirts and shorts while the Locals have a sweater or a light jacket.
Today I am out for a steak. I am carnivore without shame and there aren't many animals I haven't eaten. Today it will be cow. I can chose between a thousand different cuisines, ranging from japanese+french fusion to Lebanese and from Chichuan to pub-food. The streets are full of every type of person from every corner of the earth and there's music from every pub.
Yep, I really like Sydney.
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