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Happy Anniversary- Darling Harbour Style

The boys traveled well and learnt to make conversation after the in-car dvd player broke before we had even left Canberra. They were excited about their adventure and Jack was impressed with his King Size bed with a view.

We dined on N2 ice cream for afternoon tea and it was amazing to see the ice cream being formed as the nitrogen was poured into the milk mixture.
 

The aquarium has been completely renovated since we last visited and they no longer take teachers for free which was disappointing. There goes my only perk! It was also busier than ever since the public holiday crowd was there and we chose a peak time to visit. 

 William was set on finding an octopus and ran through some of the exhibits on his mission to find one. 

Jack's favourite part was the touch pool which I seem to remember being my favourite thing when I was younger too. On our way to dinner we stopped to play at the new water park and playground which had Jack climbing rock walls and giant webs while William stripped to his underwear to run through the water. It was only 20 degrees but he is the water-loving kind and when he saw others getting wet he had to join.  

 

Dinner was HissHou which put on an entertaining and delicious dinner for all. Jack could not believe that the chef was throwing food around the table!

A short tram ride and we were up to our 5 star bed. 

Sydney Zoo

 

It was the perfect weather for a trip into the zoo. The boys loved the ferry and it was an easier ride on the Captain Cook boat rather than the big, old Sydney Ferries that we usually take. Jack and William were both amazed to take the unexpected gondola ride up to the zoo entrance. 

 William was in awe of all of the animals and Jack was right into reading the map and making sure we were heading in the right direction.

The seal show was impressive and William was taken by the pool, being able to see the seals swimming through the water. 'Me go swimming too.' 

We all just about fell asleep on the ferry ride home but Jack perked up when we were ready to hop on the monorail. The monorail is due to be taken down in July next year so this might be their first and last ride but it was very exciting for them all the same. 

 

So we visited Star City and happened to stumble across the Adriano Zumbo Patisserie. Amazingly we were able to bring a cake home without too much damage and these two little ones were shared for a delectable afternoon treat. The pink cake was my favourite with layers and layers of different textures and flavours. 

Warmer Days and Par-Tays

 

The boys are loving the warmer weather but William was still playing with his horseys at 9am on Saturday morning! We had a visit to Nanna's house with some freshly baked choc chip and macadamia cookies. The boys enjoyed saying hello to Pop's budgie and helping uncle Mike with a load of wood.  

   

It was Stu's idea to try Korean bbq in Dickson and it was a delicious beef banquet and of course Jack and William thought the novelty of the bbq built into the table was wonderful. They were both able to take turns in cooking and serving themselves.

 We had the most awesome time at Fletcher's 5th Birthday and it is wonderful to have such friendly neighbours. The boys enjoyed the bowling and the Bat Man cake but the most exciting part was the arcade games they were given tokens for and of course the lolly bags. 

Sunday Sweetness

It was a sunny and warm day after a week of blustery winds and showers. William's highlight was homemade playdoh and colourful beads.

Matthew enjoyed poking his tongue out for the camera. 

Jack took Elizabeth for a ride in the taxi and Maryanne left these Jam drops which were truly delicious and left a guilty taste on the lips. 

3 cakes in 2 days

Chocolate fudge cake layered with cherry jam and covered with rich chocolate ganache, fresh raspberries and mint.

Juliette and I combined forces to make this Master Class style dessert. Flourless chocolate cake, orange ice cream, chocolate and orange mousse, orange purée and honeycomb. All home made and all too delicious.

Lastly, rocky road cupcakes for a school fundraiser.

Random Good Times

Jack's first book week costume was a great success and made for record time when getting dressed for school that day.

William and his ponies.

Jack plucks up the courage to feed the hungry calves.

It finally got warm enough for Tori to enjoy a swim at the dog park.

William sometimes needs a recharge after keeping up with his big brother.

Jack addressed his school at prayer time and was a very confident and mature speaker.

William made a potato head family. Jack is the one poking his tounge out.

William was super excited to ride a real pony and it was a gorgeous day at Hall.