Ok what are the states of Australia? New South Wales and ACT, Queensland, The North Territory, Western Australia, South Australia, Tasmania (remember it is an island state lying 150 miles off the coast of the southern tip of the country) and Victoria where Melbourne is located. Each region has it's own Governor and capital- with Canberra being the country's capital. Who's the Prime Minister? This is a quiz for you Yanks...
Patty's Palace aka GEORGE'S KIBBUTZ IN THE SKY...
George's brilliant architectural ability and design taste are evident everywhere you look....Sandy and I keep getting lost and thought leaving breadcrumbs would help.
George's office- how's that for modern. And some of his oh so fine and unique art collection. Constantly changing and evolving. I asked Patricia if he ever bought anything she didn't like? "Oh no. Well, um yes there is a piece....it looks like it's made from scrap metal parts from your factory floor Pam. " Hey one of out a 1000 not a bad hit rate honey. Can you imagine my Bubba being in charge of the artwork at our hacienda? Velvet paintings of Elvis, those dogs playing poker picture, along with deer pictures would be the extent of his "collection". And yes he is a member of Duck's Unlimited with all it's glorious artwork. Never mind the animal heads I share my office with.... Ayia yia.
Chef and helper getting ready for Bubs Birthday dinner later that evening....that ever so wicked Patricia. She didn't let Georgie Boy know she can actually cook.
A LITTLE MELBOURNE WALK ABOUT
While I was reluctant to leave Geo's place in the sky Bubba cajoled me for a walkabout with Claude and Sandy. So out the door we went...city centre, a 10 min. walk.
A stroll along the Yarra River- why is it red/muddy looking Claude? Hey Bubba that's the L Hotel we stayed in last visit. The town continues to boom with tons of modern architecture, most of which is good and some not so much-this one looked like something from Hansel and Gretel on crack!
The Yarra winds for 150 miles from its source in Baw Baw National Park to the coast. Today it is a symbol of Northsider or Southsider- kinda like Chicago. Cubs or Socks? Lots of rowers out there and Claude is going to give it a go in the morning. Are ye up for it Bubba? Sure if you can find something to fit my
keester. Ok enough off that walkabout stuff- let's get back to the digs for a cool respite ( remember it is summertime here now) and rest up for Bubba's Birthday Dinner- you go 64!
BUBBA'S BIRTHDAY BASH
"Each friend represents a world in us, a world possibly not born until they arrive, and is only by this meeting that a new world is born." Anais Nin
Per George, our darling Boca needs a nice chilled glass of New Zealand's finest. Indeed. We are looking forward to meeting some of their very dear friends. In the meantime Bubba is hoping that I might have ordered the same grill as George's for his birthday present. Yeah right Bubs, it looks more like a piece of furniture. And I am sure the price of a small car. Hey Bubs, and it looks pretty dang brand new??? Maybe it is a piece of furniture Bubs. Shut the damn lid already.
I didn't get the memo to wear a navy blue sheath...we are talking Blonde and Blue here. Me thinks this crowd must eat one lettuce leaf a day. No fried chicken and Hagen Dax for these babes. I have a sneaking susspicion they are "into" spinning, pilates and yoga. Hey I have Yoga Toes! Does that count?
Pre dinner banter. Is the chandelier channeling?
Diana and Bill, where the heck are ya Bill? Long time friends of George's. One of the things we loved about Aussie Bill is that he visits Texas 5x a year. Hee Haw Billie, we'll have to meet up.
"The better part of one's life consists of his friendships". Abraham Lincoln
Cathy, another long time friend of George and her significant other, Aaron. They along with Patricia and Geo just skied Steamboat/US for 3 weeks right before we arrived. And yes all black diamond skiers of
course!
"A friend may well be reckoned as the masterpiece of Nature". Ralph Waldo Emerson was sure right about Cathy.
Gerard, long time friend of George's and significant other Joann. Great fun and oh so interesting. He is a plastic surgeon by day. I caught him staring at me with visions of beyond total make over. Sandy and Claude enjoy the delicious seafood salad. M1
Patty's Palace aka GEORGE'S KIBBUTZ IN THE SKY...George's brilliant architectural ability and design taste are evident everywhere you look....Sandy and I keep getting lost and thought leaving breadcrumbs would help.
George's office- how's that for modern. And some of his oh so fine and unique art collection. Constantly changing and evolving. I asked Patricia if he ever bought anything she didn't like? "Oh no. Well, um yes there is a piece....it looks like it's made from scrap metal parts from your factory floor Pam. " Hey one of out a 1000 not a bad hit rate honey. Can you imagine my Bubba being in charge of the artwork at our hacienda? Velvet paintings of Elvis, those dogs playing poker picture, along with deer pictures would be the extent of his "collection". And yes he is a member of Duck's Unlimited with all it's glorious artwork. Never mind the animal heads I share my office with.... Ayia yia.
Chef and helper getting ready for Bubs Birthday dinner later that evening....that ever so wicked Patricia. She didn't let Georgie Boy know she can actually cook.
A LITTLE MELBOURNE WALK ABOUT
While I was reluctant to leave Geo's place in the sky Bubba cajoled me for a walkabout with Claude and Sandy. So out the door we went...city centre, a 10 min. walk.
A stroll along the Yarra River- why is it red/muddy looking Claude? Hey Bubba that's the L Hotel we stayed in last visit. The town continues to boom with tons of modern architecture, most of which is good and some not so much-this one looked like something from Hansel and Gretel on crack!
The Yarra winds for 150 miles from its source in Baw Baw National Park to the coast. Today it is a symbol of Northsider or Southsider- kinda like Chicago. Cubs or Socks? Lots of rowers out there and Claude is going to give it a go in the morning. Are ye up for it Bubba? Sure if you can find something to fit my
keester. Ok enough off that walkabout stuff- let's get back to the digs for a cool respite ( remember it is summertime here now) and rest up for Bubba's Birthday Dinner- you go 64!
BUBBA'S BIRTHDAY BASH
"Each friend represents a world in us, a world possibly not born until they arrive, and is only by this meeting that a new world is born." Anais Nin
Per George, our darling Boca needs a nice chilled glass of New Zealand's finest. Indeed. We are looking forward to meeting some of their very dear friends. In the meantime Bubba is hoping that I might have ordered the same grill as George's for his birthday present. Yeah right Bubs, it looks more like a piece of furniture. And I am sure the price of a small car. Hey Bubs, and it looks pretty dang brand new??? Maybe it is a piece of furniture Bubs. Shut the damn lid already.
I didn't get the memo to wear a navy blue sheath...we are talking Blonde and Blue here. Me thinks this crowd must eat one lettuce leaf a day. No fried chicken and Hagen Dax for these babes. I have a sneaking susspicion they are "into" spinning, pilates and yoga. Hey I have Yoga Toes! Does that count?
Now that is one RED chandelier. Custom of course and feels so velvety. And how would you know Boca? Well, I am a touchy feely kind of a gal and couldn't resist giving it a feel. Bubbs, I want one and I think you can make me one. Just get a bunch of twigs, glue and get that special velvet spray paint. We can do a knock off and be the hit of Boca. That's not plagiarism is it Bub?
Diana and Bill, where the heck are ya Bill? Long time friends of George's. One of the things we loved about Aussie Bill is that he visits Texas 5x a year. Hee Haw Billie, we'll have to meet up.
"The better part of one's life consists of his friendships". Abraham Lincoln
Cathy, another long time friend of George and her significant other, Aaron. They along with Patricia and Geo just skied Steamboat/US for 3 weeks right before we arrived. And yes all black diamond skiers ofcourse!
"A friend may well be reckoned as the masterpiece of Nature". Ralph Waldo Emerson was sure right about Cathy.
Gerard, long time friend of George's and significant other Joann. Great fun and oh so interesting. He is a plastic surgeon by day. I caught him staring at me with visions of beyond total make over. Sandy and Claude enjoy the delicious seafood salad. M1
Loved Loved Loved your pals George and as you said
"A MAN IS JUDGED BY THE COMPANY HE KEEPS".
The menu and food was scrumptious- Hats off to Chef Libby.
