Taronga Zoo

It was the first overcast day in the week so Master G organised some tickets and we were off to explore Taronga Zoo.  I love when he organises a day out for us.

The highlight was the Bird Show.  A variety of eagles swooped at high speed just inches above our heads to grab food from the trainers. It was amazing.  A number of other birds show cased their skills and entertained us all, it was such a captivating show and a spectacular view of the Opera House, the city and Harbour Bridge.  Even the kids oooh and agh'd at the Bird Show

The tiger cubs and lion were the other favourite.  Thankfully they were worth the wait.

It was nice to see the elephants. The new calf, Luk Chai, was out with his mum and gave a wave with this trunk.

Singing in the car

We jumped in the car this morning and on went the music.  Buckled in, we pull away from the curb and the kids are singing out loud happily to Jamiroquai.  It was great, so funny, so cute.  Master G and I just laughed, it was wonderful

The Thumper

It was great to get back on the Thumper last night.  The skies were clear and warm, there were hardly any cars on the road, it felt awesome tucked up behind Master G.

Bondi madness

We are guilty of enjoying our ritual people watching and stroll at Bondi.  Our favourite breakie cafe was closed so we strolled before grabbing lunch else where.  It was only when we were leaving in the afternoon that the massive crowds started to roll in.  It was so busy that people were walking from Bondi Junction rather than trying to catch a bus.  We were glad to be getting out.

Was great to stroll hand in hand, soaking up the warm sun.

(we miss the kids, was so quiet without them today)

Glorious new year's day in Sydney

Reading the papers. A little sleep in the park. Oh, so nice.

Thank you Sydney

Manly at its best - happy new year

Thank you Manly for a brilliant day.  Clear blue skies, the kids played happily in the water until sunset.  Wonderful friends to catch up with.

The fireworks lit up the sky and in the background we could see the city fireworks sprinkling their colour over the heads.  Had such a fantastic new years eve.

Moet with strawberries

Thanks to Rose we celebrated in style with a glass of Moet to welcome in the new year!

Top quality red plastic cups, juicy strawberries under the clear sky at Manly.

(it was suppose to be an alcohol free zone so we tried to be discreet opening the bottle of Moet.  I stood watch, probably not so discreet, Rose unwrapped cork, a litte push with the thumbs, and POP!  oops, not so discreet.  It was so funny.)  oh, and I still love the sound of a champage bottle opening.