Monday, 22 September 2008

TIME FOR A BREAK

JUST THE TWO OF US
I have been having a break from blogland for the last few weeks.
Family life has become so busy of late – adults and babies being unwell – job changes etc. etc. – it was all so busy.
Now it is time for Max and I to take a break from the rest of the world.
Just for a week – off on the ferry to Tasmania – time to just be together.
Just to relax and enjoy some ‘us time’.
Tomorrow night we will be sailing off on the Spirit of Tasmania


Here are some places we may see
Coles Beach overlooking Bass Strait - Devonport


Cradle Mountain reflected in Dove Lake



We are looking forward to a week of exploring this lovely state of Australia
Check out their tourism site here.

No doubt we will miss the family but it will be great to have a break.

I can't think of a more relaxing way to spend my birthday on Thursday then just

'Relaxing with Max'


47 comments:

Victoria - Florence and Mary said...

I was starting to wonder where you'd got to!

Have a fabulous trip,

Victoria x

Anonymous said...

Glad to have you back!! Have missed ya!! Hope you both have a wonderful break away!!! You totally deserve it!!
Have fun see you when you get back!!
Mandii
Oh and have a FAB birthday too!!

Jodie said...

Have a wonderful time!!! and a happy happy birthday.

Gail McCormack said...

Happy Birthday for Thursday Alison!
I hope you have a wonderful time away, Tassie is just beautiful, have you been before? I don't think you'll have time to miss your family.

Anonymous said...

Sounds wonderful! Tasmania is such a gorgeous place to relax and unwind.

Have a great time and a very happy birthday.

Cindy said...

Wondered where you were. Looks like you are having a grand time! Wonderful! : D

c

Cindy@Cutepinkstuff said...

Ahhhh. . . . I feel relaxed just gazing at your photos!

Miss Rhea said...

Well, good for you !! :) It looks just beautiful !! Happy Birthday !! :)

Baby Vagabond said...

Have a wonderful time! Couple time is so important.

:-) Rosie and Tara
(MumMum and Lolasmom)

Unknown said...

Have a lovely time, the photos are gorgeous!You deserve a break!Happy birthday while you are away!
Sue

Unknown said...

Alison, just the sound of Tasmania sounds like such an adventure. Hope you have a gorgeous time. Karen

Kerryanne @ Shabby Art Boutique said...

Hi Alison,
I too was wondering what had happened to you. I thought perhaps you might be sick still. Glad to hear all is okay. Tassie sounds great and I'm sure you and Max will love the trip and the time together.

Make sure you have the best birthday ever.
Hugs,
Kerryanne

Celestina Marie said...

Hi Alison, Wonderful. Enjoy your trip and relax. It looks fabulous!
hugs, Celestina
la rea rose

Unknown said...

Oh Allison....I can't think of anything better just now than spending a week exploring Tasmania. John and I spent two weeks there about nineteen years ago and I have always wanted to go back. We were far too young AND shy to get in and appreciate all it has to offer, so one day.......
I'm sure you and your husband will have an absolutely wonderful time.
The end of winter is such a terrible time for viruses etc so I hope everyone is recovering nicely.
A very happy birthday to you....I still haven't forgotten your charm....I'm just slack!!!!!!
Happy days to you, Angela.

Rosemary said...

Hope you have a fun time!
Rosemary

Anonymous said...

Have a great time!!

The Pink Poodle said...

dear alison...lucky you!! i had always wanted to go to tassie..and for my..cough cough..50th birthday last october..still reeling!! hubby took me to tassie for 3 days...hobart..launceston..gorgeous..loved it...soo have a lovely peaceful relaxing holiday..

xx andrea

Lori said...

Well,well!! I am so thrilled you are taking some time of to relax!! Great pictures and have fun! Lori

Susan @ Blackberry Creek said...

How wonderful! Have fun!

Susan Tuttle said...

What a glorious time you will have!

Susan
xoxo

Adla said...

Alison I haven't visited your blog in awhile. Have sure missed out alot... I love your new banner that green vase filled with white roses speak to me :)

Please take me on that cruise too ...oops did you just say just you and Max. Hope you guys have a lovely time.

chat soon, Adla

Pinkie Denise said...

Wow so beautiful enjoy Pinkie

Sherri said...

Happy Birthday. I can see you will be having a lovely Day! EnJOY!

Gabriela said...

Hello Alison,

I was wondering about you...glad you are fine and had a great trip!

Visit me anytime.

~ Gabriela ~

Jeanne said...

How great you and Max were able to get away. I know what you mean about getting bogged down with life and no time to blog. Hopefully after our daughter's wedding in 6 weeks I'll be able to get back on a regular schedule.
xo
jeanne

Fete et Fleur said...

I hope you both have a beautiful time!

Nancy

cherished*vintage said...

Have a mavelous time - just the two of you!!
-Karoline

Linda said...

Have a wonderful time ...relax and enjoy your time away. Have a super Birthday too...hugs, Linda

CatieAn said...

hi allison
hope you had a wonderful relaxing
vacation together
catie

Unknown said...

Hope you enjoyed your timewith Max. Sounds like a wonderful trip.Can't wait to see pics.

I am having a 100th Blog Post Giveaway. Come see me.

;D Tammy

roseroomnz.com said...

Happy cruising and Happy, Happy Birthday! Rachaelxo

a Pocket Angel said...

Alison, I see from my blog side board it was your birthday Sept 26
HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!!..So sorry I missed the day.
Hope you and Max are having a fabulous time together..
Take care and enjoy your break.
Blessings ~Mary~ :-}

Queen Of The Armchair aka Dzintra Stitcheries said...

Hi Alison, came by you at Cathy Penton's site. Am a new blogger, learning my way round. Have a wonderful trip. Will call back, Blessings Dzintra Ingrid

Anonymous said...

So nice to hear that you're still hear. I hope you have a very relaxing time. I missed you so I'll be glad to see you all rested up!

Back Through Time said...

Have a wonderful trip and birthday!! Sounds like fun
Michelle

Sandy McTier Designs said...

That looks and sounds so relaxing! Hope you two have a fabulous time away!
Blessings,
Sandy

Anonymous said...

Hi Alison,
Have a great trip, looking forward to lots of pics.
Love Sarah xx

Siobhan said...

I hope you have a wonderful time away Alison!

Sarah said...

hope you've had a very relaxing time in Tas and a happy happy birthday!!

www.angelinascards.com said...

looks beautiful!! I love your blog banner!! Angelina

Elle Jay Bee said...

It sounds heavenly!! Happy birthday, and enjoy your vacation.

If you get back soon, please stop by my blog. I am hosting a great give-away, again, with Matthew Mead. It involves his latest book, and a gift card from HomeGoods...except this time there are, basically, thirty prizes!!

Have a great week!
Linda

My Pink & Cream Cottage said...

Hey Alison,
How was your trip & your birthday.
Hope you enjoyed both.

Lyn xoxoxox

Stephanie ~ Angelic Accents said...

Sounds wonderful! Have a safe & fun trip & birthday!!

Big Hugs,
Stephanie
Angelic Accents

Pearl Maple said...

Have a fabulous trip, your photos that you have posted are beautiful but looking foward to all your tales of adventure from the apple isle.

Anonymous said...

hope your both having an awesome time!! Just checking in!
Hugs
mands

Celestina Marie said...

Hi Alison, hope you are having a great time and had a Happy Birthday.
Blessings!
Celestina
la rea rose

Anonymous said...

Have a wonderful time:)
What amazing pictures!

I know life can gets crazy sometimes...you have been missed!

Always nice to runaway with your hubby.

Take care,
kayellen