A day at the Beach ...

Much to the disgust of some Aussie mates despite it being Winter we went to the beach for the afternoon. The sun was up, the sky was blue ... why not? We wrapped up warm and had a ball ... grandma almost made good on her (quite foolish!) promise to swim during this visit. The beach was red flagged so we'll let her off this time!



Alfie spent his time digging and bulldozing, ball throwing, running and wave jumping with Grandma, Charlie meanwhile liked the feeling of the sand between his toes and the sights and sounds of seagulls squabbling over the remnants of some chips. A little reminder just as we needed it in the middle of Winter that Spring and Summer is around the corner along with all the reasons that we love Australia. Our big tree in the garden is already springing back into life ... its on the way!

Later in the afternoon Matt and Sharron joined us along with the boys as well as Beth's cousin and familiy who are visiting Australia at the moment. I'm pleased that they got to see Newie at its best! Then it was off to Blackbutt Reserve to see some Koalas, a quick play in the park before returning home for a cup of tea and cake! A busy day...