We have been in Melbourne now for 4 nights after a long 1800+km drive down from the Sunshine Coast. We spent a brief stopover with an old cricketing buddy of mine from our time in Malaysia almost 35 years ago. I think we will make an effort to catch up with them again but for a longer stay. They are in Ballina which is around a 3 hour drive from home.
After a night in Coffs Harbour, our next stop was Newcastle. We arrived with 36 degrees on Wednesday and left in about 18 degrees on Friday. We enjoyed Newcastle a lot and catching up with a few drinks was enjoyed by all.
Friday's drive of almost 1000k's was a big ask. It rained consistently for over half of the drive making things less comfortable. It was almost dual highway for the whole trip so the driving though long was easy.
Then there was three nights with the lad Chris and his family which was a great move. To spend that sort of time with the grand kids Andrew and Emily was priceless. Kate, Arj and family joined us for a family Christmas on Saturday. Even our daughter Kim from Perth joined in via Skype. As usual it was a special family day.
Andrew received an Android TV Box as a present so we especially had a great time setting it all up and learning the ropes. It seemed to go over as a big hit and will give him hours of fun and enjoyment!
On Monday we packed up and headed off to a hotel for 4 nights in a hotel. Some of the planning for this trip began back when Kate and Arj were in Saudi. They were considering renovations to the house and visitors for the week prior to Christmas. With this in mind and unsure of our accommodation setup we booked the four nights. In hindsight this could have been managed better.
From our hotel in Glen Waverley it is a 5 minute walk into the main shopping area, a residential area which has a high Asian element. This means numerous Asian (including Malaysian) restaurants. It is close to our favorite Malaysia Garden restaurant and also The Palms.
Yesterday's lunch was a huge plate of Char Koay Teow, today's lunch was Hainan Chicken Rice in one local restaurant and Char Koay Teow in another. I reckon Curry Laksa will be tonight's choice!
On Monday night it was the traditional Christmas night out with our very good friends from this part of the world. A great night was had by all, great food, enough to drink and great friendships stretching back over 35 or so years!
We have a little baby sitting and looking after kids to do this afternoon before returning home for a bit of a rest up and the Curry Laksa!.
Tomorrow it is Vietnamese with Eddie and Patsy for lunch followed by a little final Christmas shopping.
Friday's drive of almost 1000k's was a big ask. It rained consistently for over half of the drive making things less comfortable. It was almost dual highway for the whole trip so the driving though long was easy.
Then there was three nights with the lad Chris and his family which was a great move. To spend that sort of time with the grand kids Andrew and Emily was priceless. Kate, Arj and family joined us for a family Christmas on Saturday. Even our daughter Kim from Perth joined in via Skype. As usual it was a special family day.
Andrew received an Android TV Box as a present so we especially had a great time setting it all up and learning the ropes. It seemed to go over as a big hit and will give him hours of fun and enjoyment!
On Monday we packed up and headed off to a hotel for 4 nights in a hotel. Some of the planning for this trip began back when Kate and Arj were in Saudi. They were considering renovations to the house and visitors for the week prior to Christmas. With this in mind and unsure of our accommodation setup we booked the four nights. In hindsight this could have been managed better.
From our hotel in Glen Waverley it is a 5 minute walk into the main shopping area, a residential area which has a high Asian element. This means numerous Asian (including Malaysian) restaurants. It is close to our favorite Malaysia Garden restaurant and also The Palms.
Yesterday's lunch was a huge plate of Char Koay Teow, today's lunch was Hainan Chicken Rice in one local restaurant and Char Koay Teow in another. I reckon Curry Laksa will be tonight's choice!
On Monday night it was the traditional Christmas night out with our very good friends from this part of the world. A great night was had by all, great food, enough to drink and great friendships stretching back over 35 or so years!
We have a little baby sitting and looking after kids to do this afternoon before returning home for a bit of a rest up and the Curry Laksa!.
Tomorrow it is Vietnamese with Eddie and Patsy for lunch followed by a little final Christmas shopping.
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