Many many many months ago there were 2 wonderful virgos considering what to do to celebrate their 30th and 40th birthday that would fall 2 weeks apart in September of 2010.
There was so many suggestions and so many discussions and venues considered. It was hard to find figure out something that we both had a passion for to celebrate such a wonderful occasion.
After careful consideration and many changes of plans and dates it was finally decided that a picnic in the park was the way we both wanted to share our day together.
On Saturday the 25th of September we held a family and friends picnic in Sydney Park, St Peters. The weather was perfect many many wonderful friends and some family made the day just perfect and a relaxing time was had by all.
We sat we talked we ate and just enjoyed being together with many of the people in our lives who we cherish and most importantly we shared it with each other and turned 70 in the most graceful way possible.
To my beautiful friend Leah all the words in the world couldn't fill this space with how special it was to celebrate with you. I cant wait to turn 90 with you in 10 years. Here's to us.
Hugs,
Just me Martin turning 70 with Leah.
Our World, All About Us 2 Martins...
Saturday, October 09, 2010
Turning 30...
So as September approached I had lots of mixed feelings about turning 30. It just kind of snuck up on me and its not that there are things that I wanted to do while I was in my 20’s or that it really thought being 30 would be any different I just simply didn’t want to turn 30 I was very content being in my 20’s. So with support from James and a very good friend I faced it head on and decided that if I was going to turn 30 well I would make it an event to remember. Oh now the options began. What to do where to go and who to celebrate it. Really if I wanted I could have done anything I wanted the options were endless.
Leah and I had already set our plans on having a combined 70th birthday party but that would be much later in the month as to fit in with other plans. So I knew that I would at that point get to enjoy the company of lots of friends. So on the weekend of my actual birthday I decided that I would do something just for me be a little selfish and indulgent.
For some time now I have been thinking of having a “Girls Weekend” away either in a hotel or camping and so one night sitting on the couch I came up with the idea again and thought what a better way to bring in a new era in my life then to be surrounded by lovely wonderful ladies and indulge not only myself but all of them also.
So the planning began and with very little effort the weekend was set. I had booked the 2 bedroom Presidential Penthouse Apartment at the Wydham vacations resort for 2 nights only about 2 kms from home here and it only cost me $100 for housekeeping. So then I had to come up with a list of ladies to join me. This was one of the hardest parts I have so many wonderful people who I wanted to share the weekend with but I could only ask 5 ladies for each night as the space was limited to max 6 people. The list was decided on and I have to thank – Mum, Leah, Kazza, Mumma, Effie, Belinda, Linda, Di, Desiree and Liz for making the weekend surely one that I will never forget.
So what did we do for the whole weekend you say well we ate lots and lots of VERY yummy food and drank plenty of bubbles and wine and cocktails and we got pedicures and gave ourselves facials and we sat and talked and talked and talked. One of the highlights I have to say was heading to my favourite sushi bar for lunch. It was a wonderful atmosphere and fantastic sushi.
I have to make special mention to Desiree and Leah who bought in birthday cakes to help me make wishes on and share with everyone. Desiree bought a cheese cake and Leah bought the best cupcakes I have ever seen or eaten. They were both so special in their own way.
Turning 30 was not an easy task but when surrounded by such special people it made it memorable and something to try and uphold during the next 10 years.
Love and Hugs to every lady who made me feel so loved and special, I promise to carry all those memories with me from here out.
Just me Martin turning 30.
Zukana 2010
So Zukana 2010 for me started on the Wednesday before the long weekend. I was fortunate enough to be able to take the kids from work and join part of the Vella family and head to Milbrodale earlier then everyone else. We arrived and found the paddock in great form with plenty of grass and picked our camping spot. The rest of the afternoon was spent setting up camp while the 7 kids played with sporting equipment and assisted when needed. It rained from about 5pm till 10pm that day but nothing to bother us we were just hoping that was the end of it.
Thursday found a wonderfully clear day and sun cream had to be applied and re-applied several times so that none of us got burnt. We set out all the signs so that the coming crowds could find us and the kids continued to just play and enjoy being outdoors and free to run. The property owner visited us and we bought some fresh produce and he assured us that there was to be no more rain. We set up a fire that night and everyone enjoyed roasting marsh mellows and keeping warm.
Friday was another beautiful day and we all just hung out for the morning. Unfortunately the kids had to head home so right on 12noon I packed everything necessary into the car and down the putty we headed. I dropped off 4 very happy exhausted kids to their parents did a quick shop for the rest of the weekend picked up necessary items and then headed back up the putty. I had passed several cars heading to site on my way to Richmond so knew to expect a few campers but nothing could have prepared me for the actual amount of people who were already at camp. It was great to see so many people already there and the vibe was wonderful. As the night progressed camp grew steadily and the most unexpected arrival was Stefan in AYL’s zook. Of course he was the only car to get lost on the track in and took a detour via 2 extra paddocks but hey he made it and in usual Stefan style.
Saturday morning there were plenty of kids awake early and many parents saying they couldn’t wait for day light savings to start. Again the vibe around camp was very positive. Leah and I set up to take payment and register each camper and competitor and with very little trouble everyone was ready to start their weekend. The morning started out quiet hot though it was not to last long. The events got rolling with 3 being run at the same time. Just after lunch the rain started and the afternoons 3 events were not as popular as people choose to just sit and keep out of the rain rather then be out in the paddock. Unfortunately the rain didn’t ease and though there was a raging fire many choose to sit at their camp and socialise.
Sunday morning again it was not raining but it was overcast and windy. James had his event planned and he was off early getting it ready. Together we ran a very confusing fun event and everyone who wanted to had completed it by lunch so it was packed up and we were done for the day. Hammo’s event which was now run by the Z’s was also being run and everyone seemed to enjoy something different. Sunday afternoon the Hill run was set up by Pagie and run well. It was a very driveable Hill climb which made it entertaining to drive and watch. About 4.30pm the rain again started and really set in for the night. Amanda Vella got her cob going as a heater and we sat around camp keeping warm but coals. The presentations were postponed to the morning to hopefully be able to run them when everyone could keep dry. Camp was quiet by 2am with our camp being the last awake, the rain sure did dampen a few spirits by this stage.
Monday morning and the rain had stopped and it was windy so the campers and tents started to dry out. Presentations went ahead though it was threatening to rain fortunately it held off. We then got very busy and set about packing up. Just as the rain again started around 11am we were putting the cover on the camper and managed to have it all away dry. By 12.30 we were fully packed and with the rain not looking like easing we said our farewells and headed home.
We had a great time at Zukana and cant wait for the next one.
Us2martins off to Zukana 2010.
Thursday found a wonderfully clear day and sun cream had to be applied and re-applied several times so that none of us got burnt. We set out all the signs so that the coming crowds could find us and the kids continued to just play and enjoy being outdoors and free to run. The property owner visited us and we bought some fresh produce and he assured us that there was to be no more rain. We set up a fire that night and everyone enjoyed roasting marsh mellows and keeping warm.
Friday was another beautiful day and we all just hung out for the morning. Unfortunately the kids had to head home so right on 12noon I packed everything necessary into the car and down the putty we headed. I dropped off 4 very happy exhausted kids to their parents did a quick shop for the rest of the weekend picked up necessary items and then headed back up the putty. I had passed several cars heading to site on my way to Richmond so knew to expect a few campers but nothing could have prepared me for the actual amount of people who were already at camp. It was great to see so many people already there and the vibe was wonderful. As the night progressed camp grew steadily and the most unexpected arrival was Stefan in AYL’s zook. Of course he was the only car to get lost on the track in and took a detour via 2 extra paddocks but hey he made it and in usual Stefan style.
Saturday morning there were plenty of kids awake early and many parents saying they couldn’t wait for day light savings to start. Again the vibe around camp was very positive. Leah and I set up to take payment and register each camper and competitor and with very little trouble everyone was ready to start their weekend. The morning started out quiet hot though it was not to last long. The events got rolling with 3 being run at the same time. Just after lunch the rain started and the afternoons 3 events were not as popular as people choose to just sit and keep out of the rain rather then be out in the paddock. Unfortunately the rain didn’t ease and though there was a raging fire many choose to sit at their camp and socialise.
Sunday morning again it was not raining but it was overcast and windy. James had his event planned and he was off early getting it ready. Together we ran a very confusing fun event and everyone who wanted to had completed it by lunch so it was packed up and we were done for the day. Hammo’s event which was now run by the Z’s was also being run and everyone seemed to enjoy something different. Sunday afternoon the Hill run was set up by Pagie and run well. It was a very driveable Hill climb which made it entertaining to drive and watch. About 4.30pm the rain again started and really set in for the night. Amanda Vella got her cob going as a heater and we sat around camp keeping warm but coals. The presentations were postponed to the morning to hopefully be able to run them when everyone could keep dry. Camp was quiet by 2am with our camp being the last awake, the rain sure did dampen a few spirits by this stage.
Monday morning and the rain had stopped and it was windy so the campers and tents started to dry out. Presentations went ahead though it was threatening to rain fortunately it held off. We then got very busy and set about packing up. Just as the rain again started around 11am we were putting the cover on the camper and managed to have it all away dry. By 12.30 we were fully packed and with the rain not looking like easing we said our farewells and headed home.
We had a great time at Zukana and cant wait for the next one.
Us2martins off to Zukana 2010.
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