Day 23 – A swim and a bumpy drive

We woke up this morning had a quick breakfast and went straight to the pool for a swim. Its a great pool here at the caravan park.

We then came back and got ready to go and have lunch with Amy and Bruno and the Twins. We had to drive about 40 mins and then we waited at a point so that Bruno could bring Amy to the resort where we were having lunch and then come back and pick us up as we could not drive our rented car on the last bit of road as it was unsealed. We finally all got there and wow what a place.

Afterwards we went back to Airlie Beach and then had a great BBQ for dinner at Amy and Bruno’s

Day 22 – Breakfast out and a trip to the Big Mango

This morning we all had a nice sleep in til 8am – a nice treat. We slowly got up and ready and headed down to Airlie Beach for breakfast. We walked around and soon found a nice place to eat. We were spoiled with the view – just beautiful. Afterwards we did a little walking around and drove to a shopping centre in search for the blue thongs Alexandra wants – but didnt find them. So instead we headed back to our place for a rest.

 

We then decided we should drive out to Bowen and see what is up there. The beaches there are just beautiful and we got to see the Big Mango (photo on Rolf’s camera).

We searched and searched for somewhere to eat and it seemed Monday was a day to have off so we ended up at MacDonalds. Which turned out ok in the end as they playground was perfect for the kids. We then drove back down to Airlie. Today we told ourselves we were very happy that we did not end up driving up here from Brisbane cause even the drive from Airlie to Bowen was boring enough – just endless straight road.

We went home via Amy and Bruno’s for some pre dinner drinks and the kids could have a play. Bruno went to work and we said goodbye shortly after with a detour via the shops to pick up some supplies for dinner and breakfast. After a dinner of chicken chips and corn we watched a little tv before heading to bed.

Day 21 – WOW forget how beautiful the water is up here

We woke up after a good nights sleep and all got ready to head out and have breakfast over at Amy and Bruno’s. Bruno had already gone to work, but we got to hang out with Amy and her boys. We met Mattias and Elias for the first time. After some breakfast, good chats and naps by the twins we headed down into down town Airlie Beach for a walk.

When we were driving there, as you come over the hill you come down to the town and see the water for the first time and no matter how many times we have seen it it still amazes me how beautiful the water looks. We parked the cars and then got all th kids out to go for a walk. We walked through some markets, saw some camels and then headed to the playground for the kids to use some energy.

We then headed to Bruno’s work for lunch. Wow what a view he has from his kitchen – the ocean. We had a lovely lunch and survived with the 5 kids. We said goodbye to them all there and headed back to our cabin at the caravan park for naps. After naps we went to check out the swimming pool here. Wow what a cool pool Perfect for us all – must take the camera with us tomorrow. It has two very cool slides and before long Dylan asked to go down – so i took him and then we all took turns going down. This place is very cool and has an awesome playground, jumping pillow, tennis court, basketball court and mini golf.

We then went out and found some takeaway Thai food for dinner and ate out on our balcony

We are now sitting inside enjoying the air con watching some tv – there just come on a show made about the birth of the baby elephant that we saw at the zoo in Sydney. Must get these kiddies to bed.

Day 20 – Heading up North

So today we had a busy day.

We first did some last minute washing and packing and then headed to Redcliffe to meet Dad and Suzi for lunch and drop the car off. Alexandra and I went in Mums car and did a little detour to the shops looking for some blue and black thongs (flip flops for you non- aussies) but we came out empty handed. We then met up with Rolf and Dylan at Suttons Beach at Redcliffe and then Dad and Suzi were not far behind. We then had a lovely lunch at Sails. I had salt and pepper calamari salad and Rolf prawn salad. We had a chance to have a quick play at the park

We then said goodbye to them and left the car behind and drove back to Mums. We had a little rest before packing up and Mum driving us to the airport to catch our flight up north. The flight was quite empty and I for sure had the easy part – having Alexnadra. Dylan was not the easiest – did not want to sit still at all. The flight was only 1 1/2 hour and were arrived and picked up our luggage at the outside baggage pick up and picked up our rental car. Took us  awhile to get going but we got on our way and the kids fell asleep in the car – by now it was about 6.30pm We got to our caravan park after 7pm and finally found our key and after some wrong turns thanks to me found our cabin. We just dropped off the luggage and headed over to Bruno and Amy’s for dinner – which just happened to be around the corner and took us no time at all.

Their kids were already asleep but ours were very very shy after we woke them up when we arrived. Amy and Bruno just moved into their brand new  house on Friday – its a very beautiful house. We had lasagne and wine for dinner and the kids watched a Wiggles DVD. Bruno and Rolf  had a nüsslikor in celebration of Klausjägern thats going on in Switzerland tonight. We headed home shortly after that and we were asleep in no time.

Day 19 – Its beginning to look a lot like Christmas

Christmas Shopping was at the top of the list today. Rolf headed out for his first 9 holes of the holiday early this morning and when he got back Mum and I headed out to the shops for some christmas presents. I am happy to report I am almost done – just a couple last few and I will be all done  - a nice feeling. We had a lovely lunch – at our usual cafe. I had a fantastic salad – roasted pumpkin yum. We then headed home to see what the rest of them were up too. They had spent the morning at the park and were having naps when we returned home.

In the afternoon we did a little shopping for dinner tonight and then got back and made a BBQ. Mum, Neil and Rolf are now outside of the great Deck here enjoying lots of wine and Scotch. Think the good stuff has been brought out. I need to head down soon and start thinking about packing as we are heading to airlie beach tomorrow – very much looking forward to seeing Amy and Bruno and their boys!

Day 18 – Feeling much better so off to shop

I woke up this morning feeling so much better – amazing what antibiotics do to the body. Once we got up and going – with Dylan sleeping a little longer this time – we all headed to the park at the beach at Wynnum. It was a lot of fun and the kids just love it there. We will for sure be back there. We then came back home for a nice lunch while Grandma had her haircut. When she got back Rolf and I headed out to DFO (outlets) for a little shopping. Without kids we were able to get a lot done and got some fantastic bargins. Not sure what was in the air but we got most of the stuff much cheaper than what was on the tags. 2 hours later we were heading home with a boot full of purchases for ourselves – a very rare occurance and only one thing for the kids. We then got home and cooked up a stir fry for dinner – what we should of had last night but i just was not up for it.

Day 17 Oh to the Drs we shall go

I woke up this morning not feeling at all well. Well I didnt really wake up as i did not get much sleep at all. Dylan woke up at 4.45am Qld time and so the day begun. Thank goodness Dad could get me a last minute dr’s appointment for 11.30. We then got ready and drove over to Redcliffe. Dropped in at Dad’s work and exchanged cars. After a quick hello we then went to Nan and Pa’s where i dropped off Rolf and the kids before heading to the Drs. One look in the throat and strep throat was diagnosed again. More antibiotics. I then dropped in on Suzi for a quick Hello and to pick up a phone and back to Nan and Pa’s for lunch. I just wish that i could of enjoyed it more than i did – as it was yummy. I was no feeling at all good so we headed back home. When we returned we all had good naps – and i woke up feeling a lot better.  I talked to Beck and we decided it would be best to skip our visit tomorrow and so rescheduled it for next week – cant wait to see them!