Monday

Well I am still off work, I had an operation on my knee nearly 2 weeks ago. I have had a few outings G.O.R.G.E Chocolates which is near Simpson Apostle Way Cheese just around the corner from G.O.R.G.E Chocolates I did buy some chocolate bullets and from the cheese shop some yummy cheese and some Apostle Way Milk which I flavoured. I am goiong back to surgeon on Wedneday and will be back at school on Thursday. I still work as an Integration Aid at the local PS I have been an aide for over 27years. DH and myself celebrated our Wedding Anniversay on the 4th Feb 28 years. Well I hope you all have a great week. Andrea

Photo whilst we travelled to New Zealand in the school holidays AUCKLAND SKY DECK

Sorry Iv'e been missing

Life is busy Facebook seems to be all the rage now. I am on Twitter Snapchat I have not sewed much of late . I did a few cushion covers for my Library at school and that's about it I'm getting older hit the Big 50 last year went to Africa as my Birthday present with my Twin Cheers andrea

Still here

I am still involved with the blog world although I don't get on as much as I did. I still enjoying looking at all my friends posts and seeing what you are all making. I have been busy this year made. Few quilts and helped a friend learn the techniques with making a quilt. I have Craft Club at my house each Wednesday Night sometimes we quilt...talk..Pinterest..or play Candy Crush...whatever takes our fancy on the night... Have a great week Andrea

Whip Up Family Trust Fund for her children

There has been overwhelming love expressed here in the past few days for these two amazing children of Kathreen and Rob and today a trust fund for their future was established. For their daughter Otilija and son Orlando, two gorgeous, sweet, gentle and brave kids who were loved, cherished and adored by their parents. Many people have asked “what can I do”. The family have given their full permission and blessing for a fund for the children. Please consider making a contribution to support the children in their future*^. At this point in time, only a direct bank deposit is available. We are working on getting a PayPal button established here however for now, Australians can direct transfer using the BSB and Account Number and International assistance can be accepted via bank deposit using the Swift Code. For Australians : BSB : 633-000 Account# : 149480667 Account Name : ITF Otilija and Orlando Shugg Cheques and money orders can be sent to ITF Otilija and Orlando Shugg, PO Box 370, Dickson ACT 2602. For International Contributions : Account # : 633000149480667 Swift Code : BENDAU3B (International Banks will require this code) Account Name : ITF Otilija and Orlando Shugg Bank Details : Bendigo Bank, 161 London Circuit, Canberra ACT 2602 Australia International people may require an address for the beneficiaries as well. That is PO Box 370, Dickson ACT 2602 Australia EDIT: Overnight I have been advised that some US banks will not accept a PO Box due to money laundering legislation. The physical address for this account is a home address so please email me procrasticraft at gmail dot com for details should you require this. Enquiries can be directed to Julie McMahon via email to procrasticraft {at} gmail {dot} com or post to PO Box 370, Dickson ACT 2602 Australia *All donations, no matter how big or small are gratefully received. However, due to the cost of bank processing fees, we respectfully request that donations be more than $2 as this is the charge of processing an international transaction. Should international contributors wish to send a cheque (check), the fee for processing charged by the banks in Australia is $10. ^Regrettably, contributions are not tax deductible. Share and Enjoy:

I've bee amiss of late with my Blog

OK...sorry I have not posted in awhile...this is what I have been upto of late...Hong Kong for 8 days with my 2 sisters in the school holidays..left on the Monday 2nd July tad nervous as this was my first big flight. can safely say arrived very late got to bed 1st day around 3am Oz time. Had a great time many places visited. If you follow me on Facebook I posted each day where we had been any many photos.I was very excited I got to go to Disneyland...everybody wants to go to Disneyland now I can tick that off my bucket list...we plan to go to Hong Kong again and I think I will now become a seasoned traveller Disneyland Train

Liz and Myself

Train at Hong Kong Museum

Jill and Myself with Hong Kong in background pic was at The Peak

The last 3 weeks I have been housebound....I have had surgery on my ankle/achillies and plantar fascia...in total have had one with the lot. I have been though enjoyin the Olympic coverage on Austar. I went back to the surgeon this week and all is going well with my foot or more affectionately known now as my (paw)..DS1 and his GF visited me on Saturday and took me for a drive to Colac where I met my Mum and Dad for a Hot Chocolate at OddFellows. This week I hope to start physio and hydro on the foot. I am soooooooooooo over my crutches..can weightbear but need crutches. No sewing at this time to show or share. Have a great week :)

I Survived Camp

Well what a busy few days I've had... camp was fantastic....the food and the children were great. I was up early each day as were the kids, we had full days. I was glad to get home on Friday to see the DH, DD and DS and the animals. I had a wee spend up at the Vic Market, I did not spend much because I am off the Hong Kong in 2 weeks. Saturday I was up early as DS1 got another game in Seniors at Casterton and was playing with Max Rooke an ex AFL Footballer..photo to follow. Max Rooke (L) Nathan Clarke(R) Today Sunday I have cleaned the house and am about to watch a Movie on Austar. I hope you have all had a great week/weekend

Off to Camp....My Week in Review

Abbey 19th June 2011 I have packed my bags once again for the Grade 5/6 Camp... I will be up very early to catch the bus with the local school kids. We will have 4 fun filled days and nights in Melbourne. This week has been hectic Monday (today) a visit from my Mum and Dad who have had an adventerous weekend tripping around the countryside visiting many places such as Casterton and Hamilton. Sunday had a visit from DS1 and GF who had been at a 21st in Derrinallum and then popped in for a visit and some homestyle cooking. Saturday off to Hamilton very early to watch DS1 play his 1st Senior Game for Casterton Cats, unfortunately they lost and the weather was a very chilly 10.3deg. Went to a former collegues 60th Birthday Party, which was held at a local hall very comfy and warm I must say. Friday started off fast with the removing of some furniture for the carpet to be laid and the last bit og Vinyl Thursday a busy day at school and housework plus the 1st part of Vinykl being laid. Wednesday saw me off to the Physio during my lunch hour... was pleased for a rubbing of the calf and achillies..hairdresser Tuesday Hydro Therapy at the local Indoor Swimming Pool it may only be 20mtrs long but I loved every minute in the water Monday anothe bus=y day with shopping and the weekly chores outside....Phew what a week No sewing or stitching done keeping that all for when I have surgery in a few weeks... I must also say am a tad excited for the 2nd July will be going off to Hong Kong for 8 nights with my 2 sisters. Till my next post have a great week Andrea