I knew I was in the country when I saw the sprawling hills, lucerne paddocks, plowed fields, rivers, creeks and small towns. The smell of the fuel stove was the first thing I noticed when I stepped out of the car, immediately memories of winter afternoons when I was a child flooded back. The weather was cold!!! about 10deg less than what I had come from, it seemed I was slightly unprepared for this weather, but I was glad for that last thought as I ducked out the door... I might need a cardigan...
This was the weekend I had much waited for, so many things happening in town as well as the State Election and I had a few days off to make the most of it all!
Thursday:
Ducked into town had a coffee with a good friend, was keen to get home and see the property and my little sister, so headed out... After a quick tour around the animals, kittens, gertie, rusty and 17 PIGLETS!!! I got changed and started up the lawn mower.
Friday:
Into town to get my car serviced, did some filming with a friend, coffee with another lovely lady, picked up my car and raced home for lunch, more mowing and to bring my sister into town. Got my new windscreen fitted and went for dinner at The Butcher Shop Cafe (Thai Nights), followed by dessert at the Wine Glass, another one of my favourites....
Saturday:
After a great sleep I was once again ready for some more farm work, so got into it early. Ducked into town at 1pm, met up with a friend, voted and headed down to the Regions on the River 100 mile Picnic to enjoy the best of the Food and Wine Festival! and what a wonderful afternoon it was... I ran into many old friends, the weather was gleaming and had warmed considerably. At the last minute I decided to get tickets to go to Mudfest an International Short Film Festival, I certainly did not regret the decision! Wood fired pizzas, tapas and picnic snacks were enjoyed while watching some fantastic talent! Though I do recommend a doona next year as it was quite cool...
Sunday:
Wonderful morning in Church, followed by a super relaxing afternoon picnic out at our property... Such a lovely way to end a busy weekend, hanging with more friends and eating some regional foods! (and some not so regional foods...) once the afternoon came to an end, Tom, Soph and I set to some more work before enjoying dinner together.
Monday:
I ducked to a few wineries including my favorite Di Lusso to get a few items including delectable oliva di olio (olive oil) Oatley Winery, rummy and some fig paste from Mudgee Gourmet Foods. Sadly the city, uni, work, appointments were all pressing and I had to leave the wonderful countryside. I'm sure it gets more and more beautiful every time I head out there...
What a wonderful weekend I had away in the countryside...
This was the weekend I had much waited for, so many things happening in town as well as the State Election and I had a few days off to make the most of it all!
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| Lovely Sister |
Ducked into town had a coffee with a good friend, was keen to get home and see the property and my little sister, so headed out... After a quick tour around the animals, kittens, gertie, rusty and 17 PIGLETS!!! I got changed and started up the lawn mower.
Into town to get my car serviced, did some filming with a friend, coffee with another lovely lady, picked up my car and raced home for lunch, more mowing and to bring my sister into town. Got my new windscreen fitted and went for dinner at The Butcher Shop Cafe (Thai Nights), followed by dessert at the Wine Glass, another one of my favourites....
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| New Basket!! |
Saturday:
After a great sleep I was once again ready for some more farm work, so got into it early. Ducked into town at 1pm, met up with a friend, voted and headed down to the Regions on the River 100 mile Picnic to enjoy the best of the Food and Wine Festival! and what a wonderful afternoon it was... I ran into many old friends, the weather was gleaming and had warmed considerably. At the last minute I decided to get tickets to go to Mudfest an International Short Film Festival, I certainly did not regret the decision! Wood fired pizzas, tapas and picnic snacks were enjoyed while watching some fantastic talent! Though I do recommend a doona next year as it was quite cool...
Sunday:
Wonderful morning in Church, followed by a super relaxing afternoon picnic out at our property... Such a lovely way to end a busy weekend, hanging with more friends and eating some regional foods! (and some not so regional foods...) once the afternoon came to an end, Tom, Soph and I set to some more work before enjoying dinner together.
Monday:
I ducked to a few wineries including my favorite Di Lusso to get a few items including delectable oliva di olio (olive oil) Oatley Winery, rummy and some fig paste from Mudgee Gourmet Foods. Sadly the city, uni, work, appointments were all pressing and I had to leave the wonderful countryside. I'm sure it gets more and more beautiful every time I head out there...
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| Delicious grapes and tomatoes from the farm |
Ahhhh you make me smile as I am reminded of how blessed we all are. I can't wait to be nestled in the hills for Easter.
ReplyDeleteI love the photos :)
Why the new windscreen?
Mudgee is so beautiful isn't it!! Have been able to go back a bit lately...
ReplyDeleteI got a massive crack when driving to Newcastle once :( so just had to be fixed!!
Wow! What a busy weekend :-) Sounds like there's heaps to do back home. I am so happy that uni keeps you closer to me and my fam. We love you xxx
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