Doodling around Derby

Hello dear Blogsters,

Today we just doodled around Derby - I didn't do much except chase around getting a new key cut (grrrrrr) and then replaced the battery in Fred (grrrr again). The blokes fished (the fish they caught were so big they couldn't fit in the ute - at least I reckon that must be why they didn't bring any back).

Anyway, I thought it time I let Mum loose on the blog..... I'm looking forward to watching the intense look of concentration on her face as she two-finger-types out her entry..... so here goes.........

Hello Blogsters
What a great time we are having re-visiting places we saw 10 years ago and some new ones as well. I guess the things that have changed since we were last here have really impressed me such as the improved health status of the aboriginal people ,and the obvious reduction in alcohol abuse . Other things such as the enormous employment opportunities for young people and the expansion in building and house prices.Oh to be young again!

Nerrida is looking so much better and is relaxed more than I have seen her for years. She has certainly having a go at many activities that have been her goals for years.

So far all is going well with cooking and washing up being shared equally and some very interesting menus to boot! It is not very often 3 generations sit down together to enjoy falafel and a glass of wine , we really do try to eat a healthy meal each day.

Now blogsters I have to tell you there are some photos that never make this spot such as Nerrida stripping down to swim in the river and various roadside toilet stops, however I made a promise not to show them or I would not get a turn on this .

Our poor caravan is showing a few signs of wear and will need some repairs when we get home , the front window flap is damaged also the frig, needs to be anchored .

We miss our Beagle but I know he is well cared for and enjoying being a dog! How we wish that Peter could be with us . I am hoping we can do a small trip with him later in the year.

We look forward to the next stage of our trip not so much swimming sadly because of the crocs .
Our journey so far has covered 11,000 klms over 7 weeks and no arguments thank goodness.

Cherrill

OK Blogsters, now mum has had her go, she can stop complaining. Don't believe everything she says- but I guess she did ok for her first go. Anyway, tomorrow we are off to Fitzroy Crossing. I will do the next blog entry when we have phone range again (could be tomorrow night - but who knows!)