Ava has broken out in chicken-pox. There was a note up in day care on Thursday informing parents that there was a case of CP in the Possum (baby) room. She is covered mainly on her upper body. Arms and face especially. She is in good spirits though.
Jess has re-developed her Daddy Daddy complex. Ang can't go to bed if she's in there. She tells her to "go away" and "my bed, my Daddy". She is quite precocious. The terrible two's is a fun stage of development.
We had to have our cat put down on Thursday. Thomas was 14 years old. He was pretty fucked up (not eating or walking). He had a toe removed 4 years ago and we were told that it was a high possibility that it was cancerous. He has been put down in a sunny spot of the garden. Going to get the kids to help me make a cross for the grave.
My Mum had a heart attack 2 weeks ago and didn't know. She went for tests at her local GP on Thursday and ended up being sent straight to Western General Hospital in Footscray. She has been seeing a personal trainer so obviously it took too much out of her. She is in good spirits and according to Dad you wouldn't know that she has had a turn.
The kids go back to school on Monday. Thank the gods !! Sarah has been really good over the period but Paige sort of went troppo the last week. Was a mess - up and down at the drop of a hat. Jaiden has been working his arse off. Has a bit of a bank building up. Has been getting a lot of kudos from his managers. Good.
Sunday, January 31
Saturday, January 23
Jingle Berries
Has been a hectic week or so.
Paige and Sarah haven't been here for over a week. The house is a lot quiter and peaceful without them here yet very quiet at times. I don't know what is better. Apparently their Dad bought Paige a $70 ALF doll but Sarah didn't get a brass razoo. This has been the case for many a year now. Paige gets spoiled rotten and Sarah misses out. They're coming home tomorrow.
I called Byron yesterday. Looks like I'll need a 2nd job just to keep seeing him. He thinks I am his own ATM. Not going down this road. Petrol costs, day costs and time away from the family will make this a challenge in the future. I am NOT going to turn out like dickhead (girls Dad) and try and buy some love. Can't be bought.
Jaiden has lived in his room all holidays. Has forgotten work at times and turned up when he wasn't supposed to be working. Apparently taking me to see a movie is supposed to pay for running him around like I'm a taxi driver. He thinks I didn't appreciate it (even though I said thanks 100 times). It costs me roughly $5 each time I take him to work. And another $5 if I pick him up. I have been dropping this hint for the last week but am yet to see any compensation. He is working tonight and finishes at 11pm. I finish at midnight. Guess he'll be picking daises off the lawn for an hour while he waits for me. Bad luck.
Ang is off marketing at Yarragon today. Doing Dandenong tomorrow. Staying overnight at her parents with the little ones. Good nights sleep awaits. And most probably a sleep in to boot.
Playing cricket today at home against Thorpdale. This wil be my last year behind the stumps. As each game passes me by my legs (especially my knees) are starting to feel their age. I enjoy keeping but I'm not a spring chicken any longer. With the move to A Grade on the cards for next season I'm going to have to just bat in the 1sts OR bat/bowl and get more of a go in the 2nd XI. That looks a more viable option.
Paige and Sarah haven't been here for over a week. The house is a lot quiter and peaceful without them here yet very quiet at times. I don't know what is better. Apparently their Dad bought Paige a $70 ALF doll but Sarah didn't get a brass razoo. This has been the case for many a year now. Paige gets spoiled rotten and Sarah misses out. They're coming home tomorrow.
I called Byron yesterday. Looks like I'll need a 2nd job just to keep seeing him. He thinks I am his own ATM. Not going down this road. Petrol costs, day costs and time away from the family will make this a challenge in the future. I am NOT going to turn out like dickhead (girls Dad) and try and buy some love. Can't be bought.
Jaiden has lived in his room all holidays. Has forgotten work at times and turned up when he wasn't supposed to be working. Apparently taking me to see a movie is supposed to pay for running him around like I'm a taxi driver. He thinks I didn't appreciate it (even though I said thanks 100 times). It costs me roughly $5 each time I take him to work. And another $5 if I pick him up. I have been dropping this hint for the last week but am yet to see any compensation. He is working tonight and finishes at 11pm. I finish at midnight. Guess he'll be picking daises off the lawn for an hour while he waits for me. Bad luck.
Ang is off marketing at Yarragon today. Doing Dandenong tomorrow. Staying overnight at her parents with the little ones. Good nights sleep awaits. And most probably a sleep in to boot.
Playing cricket today at home against Thorpdale. This wil be my last year behind the stumps. As each game passes me by my legs (especially my knees) are starting to feel their age. I enjoy keeping but I'm not a spring chicken any longer. With the move to A Grade on the cards for next season I'm going to have to just bat in the 1sts OR bat/bowl and get more of a go in the 2nd XI. That looks a more viable option.
Monday, January 18
Weekend
Called Byron on Thursday. Just saying hello and organising for next visit (late Jan).
We played cricket @ Moe on Saturday. Semi hot day (mid 30's) really hurt me. We fielded first and by the last 7 overs I wasn't even crouching down when keeping. My right knee was hurting and I was dry as a Nuns nasty. Quite happy when they were bowled out for 199. I downed 2 litres of wet stuff (couldn't call it water as it had a yellow tinge). I fell asleep next to my car for an hour while we batted. Felt like shit and was probably suffering from heat stroke. I batted at no.9 (usually bat 6/7) and was the last wicket to fall. Made 9 and the team ended up losing by 32 runs. Was the top of the table clash (1st v 2nd). We have now dropped to 3rd spot on the ladder with 6 games left before finals.
Took Saturday night off as I was that faa-rooted.
Took Ava to the hospital at 3AM Sunday morning as she was howling in pain. Doctor seen was an arse clown. She is most probably teething and has all the shenanigans that go along with it (very irritable).
Ang's market days were crappy. Didnt do well at Sale then only broke even at Morwell.
We played cricket @ Moe on Saturday. Semi hot day (mid 30's) really hurt me. We fielded first and by the last 7 overs I wasn't even crouching down when keeping. My right knee was hurting and I was dry as a Nuns nasty. Quite happy when they were bowled out for 199. I downed 2 litres of wet stuff (couldn't call it water as it had a yellow tinge). I fell asleep next to my car for an hour while we batted. Felt like shit and was probably suffering from heat stroke. I batted at no.9 (usually bat 6/7) and was the last wicket to fall. Made 9 and the team ended up losing by 32 runs. Was the top of the table clash (1st v 2nd). We have now dropped to 3rd spot on the ladder with 6 games left before finals.
Took Saturday night off as I was that faa-rooted.
Took Ava to the hospital at 3AM Sunday morning as she was howling in pain. Doctor seen was an arse clown. She is most probably teething and has all the shenanigans that go along with it (very irritable).
Ang's market days were crappy. Didnt do well at Sale then only broke even at Morwell.
Yes Prime Minister
Saw this episode last night. This conversation between the PM and his chief Civil Servant is a classic. I had a giggle. British comedy at it's best
Saturday, January 16
Thursday, January 14
Saturday, January 9
Wycheproof/Bendigo
Saw Pop on Thursday. Nice 5.5 hour drive to get up there. He was full of old time stories.
I asked if people were different 80 years ago. He said yes because you couldn't trust anyone during the great depression BUT folk in the country were top notch. He left home at age 14 and carried his swag for about 10 years working in country Victoria or up in NSW. He worked as a shearer, cattle drover or just asking for odd jobs around farmsteads. He used to get around by hitching a ride in the odd passing wagon, had a horse for a few years and a bicycle (which he laughed at). Told me of his first job when he was 13 (1921) he worked in an engraving shop. He was told to show something to the boss, he walked in without knocking at the door and caught the boss and his secretary shagging on the table. He was paid his weekly wage and told to "get out and don't come back".
I always enjoy Pop's company. He aint going to be around for ever. 101 is a long innings at the crease.
Spent the day with Byron on Friday. Picked him up at 10AM and went to tenpin bowling in Bendigo. He'd never been so it was enjoyable watching him enjoy himself. I actually broke my all time record by bowling a 212. We then had some Hungry Jacks for lunch and ventured into the shoping mall area. I let Byron spend $20 in Toyworld. He wanted to go to EB Games as well. He hasn't changed all that much since I saw him last. I took him to Lansell Plaza and he bought a $20 PS2 game and then I took him home. It was about 38 deg C (102 F) - just too damn hot to do anything. Dropped him off at 3.30pm ans then drove the 5 hour trip back to Morwell. Grabbed some yummy Chinese food from the suburb where I grew up in (Sunshine). Was very glad to see home. Basically fell asleep within 30 minutes of getting home.
Another scorcher today at cricket. High 30's Sunday then low 40's on Monday. Oh how I hate Summer !
I asked if people were different 80 years ago. He said yes because you couldn't trust anyone during the great depression BUT folk in the country were top notch. He left home at age 14 and carried his swag for about 10 years working in country Victoria or up in NSW. He worked as a shearer, cattle drover or just asking for odd jobs around farmsteads. He used to get around by hitching a ride in the odd passing wagon, had a horse for a few years and a bicycle (which he laughed at). Told me of his first job when he was 13 (1921) he worked in an engraving shop. He was told to show something to the boss, he walked in without knocking at the door and caught the boss and his secretary shagging on the table. He was paid his weekly wage and told to "get out and don't come back".
I always enjoy Pop's company. He aint going to be around for ever. 101 is a long innings at the crease.
Spent the day with Byron on Friday. Picked him up at 10AM and went to tenpin bowling in Bendigo. He'd never been so it was enjoyable watching him enjoy himself. I actually broke my all time record by bowling a 212. We then had some Hungry Jacks for lunch and ventured into the shoping mall area. I let Byron spend $20 in Toyworld. He wanted to go to EB Games as well. He hasn't changed all that much since I saw him last. I took him to Lansell Plaza and he bought a $20 PS2 game and then I took him home. It was about 38 deg C (102 F) - just too damn hot to do anything. Dropped him off at 3.30pm ans then drove the 5 hour trip back to Morwell. Grabbed some yummy Chinese food from the suburb where I grew up in (Sunshine). Was very glad to see home. Basically fell asleep within 30 minutes of getting home.
Another scorcher today at cricket. High 30's Sunday then low 40's on Monday. Oh how I hate Summer !
Thursday, January 7
Seeing Byron
Off to Wycheproof today. 5.5 hour drive there. Will stay overnight at Pop's and then head back down to Wedderburn to pick up Byron @ 10am. Have decided to take him TenPin bowling in Bendigo and maybe walk around town / grab something to eat. Then take him home and drive back home (5 hours) late Friday. Could arrive home close to midnight.
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