Nick braved a run this morning while I got the kids fed and popped a few kilometers up the coast to meet Rod for breakfast. Christine has wisely opted for a sleep in and some time out. WW3 started soon after I took the kids on the bike track on the esplanade as Em attached Lachie with one serious scrawl (yes, drew blood) as he was singing “Na na na nan a, I’m faster than you…..” as he tried to cruise past her on the bike. Suffice it to say I had enough and retreated to the coffee shop for a large cappuccino.
We all hit the beach for a swim, and then back to the playground for some fun until Christine caught up and then we all headed out to the Marina. We saw plenty of fish, had a walk and then coffees before it was time to bid farewell to Rod and Christine. Em bawled crying – she had had such a great time with them this last week she just didn’t want them to leave. They left and she clung to Daddy crying….aww….there is a first for everything.
We actually managed to get both kids to sleep in the tent for a couple of hours, so I finally finished my resume and managed a walk in peace before Em was up, ready to hit the beach. She was so thrilled to go without Lachie, and even happier to take his truck. Like yesterday we collected heaps of starfish and a few hermit crabs before finding a toad fish in a shallow pool, caught by the receding tide. Em was in fish heaven as we caught him and put him in the truck with the starfish.
Nick and Lachie soon joined us and it didn’t take Lachie long to reclaim his truck. The 2 had a ball swapping the truck for the toad fish – named “Teddy Bear” – as they ran up and down the beach until sunset. They also managed to befriend some people who has a suction gun for pulling yabbies’ out of the sand so we had lots of fun spotting and grabbing these little beasts.
They watched Happy Feet while Nick bbq’d some whiting fillets purchased today. Bliss. And Night #2 of the kids going to bed and not even talking not to mention singing – they were truly shattered. Hurrah!!!!
Glad you had a good afternoon and whiting for dinner. We were very sad about having to say good-bye after having your company for nearly a week but are looking forward to next time. Keep writing. We enjoy reading about your adventures! Love Grandad and Christine xx
ReplyDeletePS I would like to add, for the record, that I didn't have a sleep in. I read a few pages of my book, went to the pool for a swim, had a short walk, followed by writing a few cards before catching up with you all for a lovely "nextpart of the day". Love Christine :)
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