CELEBRATIONS FOR BOYS

We have been missing in action for a few days,

hiding out at a Coastal Resort not far from Brisbane ...

I have been Laid Low by the virus you get despite having the Flu Jab,

and a few other medical issues besides.

Thank Goodness for Spring, warmer weather, clear blue skies, and a chance of Rain!

The Red Cardinal front lawn is now a distinct shade of Brown..

Little Aussie turned three and his Dad made a Fire Engine Cake.

We celebrated in the good Australian way, with a BBQ in a park...

Little Aussie arrived on his new red bicycle,

to the applause of assorted Grandparents, Aunts and Uncles.

A red fire engine and lots of Lego dominated his haul of gifts,

and lots of lovely books to read.

Here he is on the beach with his Dad, our eldest son, who also had a birthday

(36, but don't tell anyone!)

We also celebrated Fathers Day with all fathers present duly acknowledged with gifts, cards, candlelight dinner and brunch by the beach.

In a fit of nostalgia, we took Little Aussie to visit the Big Pineapple,

former iconic Queensland tourist attraction.

Now, sadly, well past its best.

Our children loved it when they were small.

That is, they loved the train ride, the animals, and the Supersized Icecream sundaes on offer.

Simple things amuse - the three-year-old loved an icecream rubbish bin ..

Have a lovely week

xxx

SPRINGTIME BRINGS FATHERS DAY

Fathers Day at the Red Cardinal nest began with a lovely

International Skype call from one of our fledglings.

Shortly after, our boy Local Lad arrived bearing a bag of fresh produce,

and made this Big Breakfast for his Dad (and Mum).

Every item was just perfect, and delicious.

I don't know where he acquired such impressive culinary talent;

(certainly not from this bird, who has Difficulty Coping with Cooking,

and prefers to spend her time designing the table decor

or playing with the flowers!)

Who doesn't love The Flowers that Bloom in the Spring (Ta Dum)?

This pink rose bush has literally dozens of buds - Exciting!

Last week's rain gave my Freezias the hint, and buds have popped out.

Also exciting ...

Happy Fathers' Day to all Blog Dads!!