collective ramblings.......: Janes 40th birthday bash..... April 12th

oh wow! what an awesome weekend! it all started on Friday evening when the gorgeous Kerry flew into Newcastle airport. Lisa and Jaimee made up the welcoming commitee and then they all made their way to my house for some dinner and lots of laughs. It was not long before a few drinks were had and we were all having the best time. Dinner was a combined effort, Jaimee made a lovely chicken curry, Lis bought a cake and bread and I made a big salad with balsamic dressing (as Miss Lis requested!) and some rice. Janey rang to check in and see what we were all up to. I wish you could have been there with us luv!The girls headed off pretty early to rest up for a big day ahead.

Kerry, Jaimee, me and Lisa just about to head off!

The next morning we all met up at Lisa's house and at 9:30 we hit the road. I so appreciated being able drive the landcruiser and the lovely Miss Sat Nav got us to Cronulla right on lunchtime. A lovely lunch was had at a beachside cafe with a few wines.....yummo! Annette and Vita joined us at the cafe then we headed up to our room to wait for the arrival of the quest of honor. Janey made her grand entrance along with Marcela and they chatter, laughter and high jinx began in earnest! It was so much fun to surprise Janey with her pile of presents and we ooooooed and aaaaaaahed over her loot.

We ventured down to the beach to hang out with Annette and her family for a little while. It was a beautiful afternoon. Before long it was time to head on back to the room to get ready. With us all tarted up off we went to Opahs at Cronulla. OMG, the BEST Greek food, and soooooo much of it. We ordered the banquet and had about 10 courses, all delicious. I cannot believe the girls ordered dessert as well???? LOL I could only manage about 2 mouthfuls of the shared chocolate platter and death by chocolate.

After gorging ourselves we headed to the local bottle shop (all class girls LOL) to stock up and headed back to our room to hang out. I was a little disappointed we were in our jammies at 10:30pm, however the next morning after only 4 hours sleep I really appreciated not having a hangover!

The next morning was a delicious brekkie at a local cafe then we loaded up the car and Miss Sat Nav again delivered us to our destination with no problems at all. We found a great car park at the Opera House and had a lovely time wandering around Circular Quay, the Opera House and the Rocks. Before we knew it, it was time to sadly say goodbye to Kerry and Vita. What an absolute priviledge it was to meet you guys. The effort to fly in from Queensland and Victoria is so appreciated. You are both gorgeous girls, I feel so lucky to have made two new friends!

So then Lisa, Jaimee and I headed off back up the freeway to home. The most beautiful rainbow followed us all the way. I had a very enthusiastic welcome when I got home. My wonderful hubby had dinner all organised, so all I had to do was unpack, enjoy a lovely hot shower and eat. I was so tired I don't think I moved all night!