30th May: Melbourne Town
This weekend was a really quiet one as 'Husband Dear' and I wandered around the city and took in the atmosphere and charm of the Victoria Market. As usual, the food court kept us happy and we had bags full of goodies within a short space of time. While we were enjoying our time, Babe attended some tutorials at Melbourne University. The stoic charm of the 'Old' Uni buildings always fascinates me. Although the sun was shining, it was cool and clear which added to the enjoyment of wandering through the streets.
23rd May: Bonfire
Last weekend we spent at 'The Kids' participating in another Bonfire Party. Great fun and again, the weather was clear and cool. A great night for star gazing. We caught up with people we'd not seen for some time and enjoyed another great night of good food, great company and the crackle and smell of the bonfire. Thanks Kiddo.
9th May: Babe's 18th
Our Babe turned 18 and we celebrated! We had a dinner at her favourite vegetarian restaurant and she ordered her first cocktail....but hey, they did not ask for ID, so we had to try again on the Saturday night when her friends joined her to celebrate. Nope! No-one has asked for her ID and she decided it just isn't funny any more. The food, company and surroundings were wonderful and 'Husband Dear' and I patted each other on the back to celebrate making it through 18 years of parent-hood. We had her two special Gotti's (God Mothers) join us which was very special, especially for Babe. Her Godfather sent his best wishes from across the seas. The following weekend she and Benjamin went up to Sydney to celebrate in their own way. They climbed the Sydney Harbour Bridge and enjoyed each others company.
Not a bad way to celebrate an 18th.
Not a bad way to celebrate an 18th.
Denise and Mallicks Wedding
Denise has been part of our lives since she was knee high and we are very excited to see her marry Mallick on the beach at Brighton. They then flew over to India to be married again in a traditional wedding ceremony with family and friends. The photos we have seen of the Indian trip are beautiful. It is great to see them so happy and we wish them a wonderful life together.
I made this quilt as a wedding present for Denise and Mallick. It includes the bright 'Blog' fabrics from Amity which are synonimous with India and in the bottom corner, a special piece of Swiss fabric, a combining of the two cultures.
The label, which I was stitching on five minutes before the reception, was a stroke of sheer genious from my girlfriend who printed a photo of Denise and Mallick at the wedding along with the poem that was read by the celebrant. How about that for technology! This photo is showing it unquilted and I had Cheryl quilt it and then bound it with the same turquise boarder fabric. It is one of those quilts that I loved making and enjoyed giving it away. I hope it gets them through all the ups and downs that life throws them.
The label, which I was stitching on five minutes before the reception, was a stroke of sheer genious from my girlfriend who printed a photo of Denise and Mallick at the wedding along with the poem that was read by the celebrant. How about that for technology! This photo is showing it unquilted and I had Cheryl quilt it and then bound it with the same turquise boarder fabric. It is one of those quilts that I loved making and enjoyed giving it away. I hope it gets them through all the ups and downs that life throws them.Jean's Visit and Easter
You see here a dear friend that has been in my life since high school. Jean arrived in Melbourne for Easter and here we are catching up on the 'gos over lunch and a glass. The time we spent together was precious and hopefully the time between lunches will be shorter next time.
You see here a dear friend that has been in my life since high school. Jean arrived in Melbourne for Easter and here we are catching up on the 'gos over lunch and a glass. The time we spent together was precious and hopefully the time between lunches will be shorter next time. 
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