Lance supervising Tahnika gather the wood.
Sunday, May 14, 2006
It's Sunday...
and I know that I have used that title before, but too bad. LOL
We have had a wonderful time with our dear friend Sue and her grandkids (pictured above having breakfast on the verandah) over the weekend - its been so nice being able to kick back and just enjoy the company, the animals and of course the wonderful surroundings that make up Massie Lodge.
Some of us had a late start to the day (not pointing any fingers Evan!), but one of us had to stay up and watch Liverpool win into the wee early hours of the morning! But that's what its all about isnt it? Taking the time to do things that we really want to do.....
As I sit here I can see the white cockatoos swarm over the paddocks in waves going back to their trees for the night, ready to make the journey again in the morning once the sun comes up.
I did take a moment today and reflected on previous Mother's Days gone by, and had to laugh at myself as I used to get up at the crack of dawn and annoy the crap out of my mother and try (and try is the word!) and cook her an edible breakfast and leave the kitchen in a mad state of chaos. Still, she would always smile and give me the biggest hug and we would sit there and chat over her gooey eggs and a cup of tea.
Iam also reminded of the times that we went away on holiday and my best friend of many years would come along as well and we would surely try my mother's patience out to the end! We were always getting into mischief my friend and I, but my mother always managed to see the funny side of some of the crazy things we got up to. She was surely one in a million.
I guess with occasions like Mother's Day, I do miss those times spent with the most important influence in my life.
Tomorrow sees the birthday girl being taken out for lunch in town... do you think I will wake up feeling any differently tomorrow? Do you think that there will be a new found wisdom and maturity that only comes with being 42?
LOL, I doubt it!
I bet I wake up and am still the same old dag that Iam today. Not that there is anything wrong with that!
Helen.
We have had a wonderful time with our dear friend Sue and her grandkids (pictured above having breakfast on the verandah) over the weekend - its been so nice being able to kick back and just enjoy the company, the animals and of course the wonderful surroundings that make up Massie Lodge.
Some of us had a late start to the day (not pointing any fingers Evan!), but one of us had to stay up and watch Liverpool win into the wee early hours of the morning! But that's what its all about isnt it? Taking the time to do things that we really want to do.....
As I sit here I can see the white cockatoos swarm over the paddocks in waves going back to their trees for the night, ready to make the journey again in the morning once the sun comes up.
I did take a moment today and reflected on previous Mother's Days gone by, and had to laugh at myself as I used to get up at the crack of dawn and annoy the crap out of my mother and try (and try is the word!) and cook her an edible breakfast and leave the kitchen in a mad state of chaos. Still, she would always smile and give me the biggest hug and we would sit there and chat over her gooey eggs and a cup of tea.
Iam also reminded of the times that we went away on holiday and my best friend of many years would come along as well and we would surely try my mother's patience out to the end! We were always getting into mischief my friend and I, but my mother always managed to see the funny side of some of the crazy things we got up to. She was surely one in a million.
I guess with occasions like Mother's Day, I do miss those times spent with the most important influence in my life.
Tomorrow sees the birthday girl being taken out for lunch in town... do you think I will wake up feeling any differently tomorrow? Do you think that there will be a new found wisdom and maturity that only comes with being 42?
LOL, I doubt it!
I bet I wake up and am still the same old dag that Iam today. Not that there is anything wrong with that!
Helen.
Saturday, May 13, 2006
42
Is this the answer to "Life, The Universe and Everything?" Or is it the number of years that I have nearly lived ? Unfortunately its the latter with me taking the last couple of days to try to come to terms with the fact that Iam about to be nearly middle aged. AAAArgh! Perhaps like ArthurDent from "The Hitchikers Guide To The Galaxy" I should get into my dressing gown and hitch a ride around the universe before the earth is demolished to make way for a Hyperspace Bypass?
Yes, I am in my jamys and dressing gown (not to mention the Ugg Boots) but I think I will give hitckhiking a miss - especially around here!
Today sees a new Stallion Road Test and I have to say that this one was a labour of love. This fellow has a very famous brother, a very famous Father and Grandfather... he compares with Mister Kwila when it comes to depth of racing progeny, can still sell his yearlings for $37,000 yet has since moved to Queensland and has a very reasonable service fee. Have I piqued your interest to take a look?
Good news was the order of the day last Thursday when it was found out that one of Vera's (Ophira - pictured above, who is rising 20 years young I might add! You will have to excuse Vera as she has "Broodmare Belly" - a non-serious condition arising after having 12 foals!) progeny won a barrier trial at Warwick Farm last week in good company. I did mention it to her this afternoon when we went down to get the hay, however, she seemed a little preoccupied and was rather disinterested when the hay came out. "Stylish Mist" is a full sister to Oriana (who unfortunately passed away last year). Sports Works is another underated Stallion.... what a buggar he is in NSW!
Tomorrow (or today as its nearly 2am) sees a visit to Massie Lodge from our dear friend Susie Black along with grandkids Tahnika and Cecelia and also Patch the dog. We're both looking forward to kicking back and having a few drinks and some good conversation.
*Yawn* time for me to hit the sack.
Helen.
(Support your local Queensland Stallion!).
Yes, I am in my jamys and dressing gown (not to mention the Ugg Boots) but I think I will give hitckhiking a miss - especially around here!
Today sees a new Stallion Road Test and I have to say that this one was a labour of love. This fellow has a very famous brother, a very famous Father and Grandfather... he compares with Mister Kwila when it comes to depth of racing progeny, can still sell his yearlings for $37,000 yet has since moved to Queensland and has a very reasonable service fee. Have I piqued your interest to take a look?
Good news was the order of the day last Thursday when it was found out that one of Vera's (Ophira - pictured above, who is rising 20 years young I might add! You will have to excuse Vera as she has "Broodmare Belly" - a non-serious condition arising after having 12 foals!) progeny won a barrier trial at Warwick Farm last week in good company. I did mention it to her this afternoon when we went down to get the hay, however, she seemed a little preoccupied and was rather disinterested when the hay came out. "Stylish Mist" is a full sister to Oriana (who unfortunately passed away last year). Sports Works is another underated Stallion.... what a buggar he is in NSW!
Tomorrow (or today as its nearly 2am) sees a visit to Massie Lodge from our dear friend Susie Black along with grandkids Tahnika and Cecelia and also Patch the dog. We're both looking forward to kicking back and having a few drinks and some good conversation.
*Yawn* time for me to hit the sack.
Helen.
(Support your local Queensland Stallion!).
Monday, May 08, 2006
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