Falling off the wagon

Since my surgery I have been abstaining from the demon drink. Today I fell off the wagon in the backyard, it was a smooth landing.

In the Pink

People all over are posting sea, ocean and holiday scenes. I just took a couple of snaps in my backyard. It's a beautiful evening on Lake Macquarie.

Missing the Party

We can't do dinner for your Birthday tonight Granddaughter

Sending and hugs to you from our sanctuary across the Lake.
We hope you have a fab day.

Lots of Love and from your Grandparents
Gummy and Bobby who are in social isolation.

Seeds

Smart shopping Robert Ball. More seeds for our new veggie patch. We are usually not home for long enough stretches to plant and harvest. We can thank Covid for giving us the opportunity to have fresh home-grown veggies.

Unprecedented

Tired of hearing media people overusing the term "unprecedented" I offer some assistance for Covid19 commentary.

Who needs Bondi Beach...

 ... when you can avoid Covid by paddling and playing in the backyard.

There's no white sand or big waves to knock you over, perfect for two little lasses.

Perspective

 Putting things in perspective as our Federal Government introduced restrictions on 18th March 18.

Thanks to Christine for sharing this image on FB.

The Great Reveal

The great reveal! We lost our view of the backyard after last month's severe storms when our insurer installed a tarpaulin on our balcony. Repairs have been completed and our view was just restored. We can now watch activities on the Lake during our #socialisolation.

Before

A shaft of light

Nearly there

Full view

Grounded

The bags are packed but we are now unpacking. We elderly travellers have taken on board the advice from the Government's Smartraveller site and have cancelled our South Seas cruise.

 
It was an easy decision with Regent Seven Seas Cruises generous refund policy. We will still take a hit on airfares and hotel nights but we aren't prepared to gamble. We now look forward to the other cruises we already have booked.

An old favourite

My Carer/nursemaid/cook has excelled himself tonight. Cottage Pie, Yum

Birthday Mania

March is a big month for birthdays in the Ball family. We enjoyed getting together for a cousin birthday fest.