THe slow down

I honestly can't remember much of December 2011 and it was even a quiet one! Finally we have stopped and no better place than by the beach at Lake Tyres. It takes us all a few days to finally stay in our PJ till 1pm but finally today we do. The big kids have extended their adventure boundaries to include the beach by themselves although the water is still off limits. The baby now 9 1/2 months enjoys exploring the house, verandas and grass near the house. The local wombat has excavated a new hole under the shed and we wait at dusk to meet her in person. A few more days left to gel together as a family before heading back to the city to enjoy the long summer days of catching up with friends and exploring the city. Although there at many highlights such as the birth of Ambrose it has been a busy year and I look forward to leaving 2011 behind and enjoying 2012.

A boy and his dog

A unsuspecting Felix lights up as Michael arrives. Quickly he realises that his best friend Gus is absent from the car. He wails. No eye contact for Michael, no hello, only a wail for Gusy- my friend Gusy. A promise of fishing silences the wail and dries the tears. If Gus is spoken about in conversation a scow will cross Felix's face.

What to get with Christmas Money?

What will you buy with your money from Christmas? Enthusiastically Felix states, "A big long car with a boat". Trying to encourage realism I say, "But $30 won't really get you a big car maybe only a small one". "Thanks ok I will get a long small car for the driveway" comes the thoughtful reply and smile.

New Years Day

With pants on backwards felix heading off with Jane and Pecki for a sail. Late night bags still lingered as we lay down for a midday rest. Hot air mixed with the sea breeze as we struggled to relax.