Andrea's Blog Get together

Andrea from The Pink Poodle had a group of bloggers over for lunch.

It was such a fun time. Lots of laughter. 

Gail (Originals by Gail & Tony McCormack), Tamarah (Shabby Vintage Junk), Alicia (Time Worn Style), Shelley and I had a fabulous day together with the wonderful Andrea



Just look at the wonderful goodies Andrea prepared for our lunch

Here on the left is Tamarah from Shabby Vintage Junk watching Andrea placing the plates

Andrea had everything looking gorgeous

It was such fun to finally meet everyone in person rather than just in Blogland

Andrea thank you for sharing your beautiful home with us.

BEAUTIFUL SUNDAY

FIRST STOP MORNINGTON MARKET

A beautiful Spring Sunday morning with the temperature heading towards 35 celsius (95F)

My daughter Amy along with little Riley came and picked up Max and I to go to Mornington Market. Melanie my other daughter and her kids Lachlan and Chloe live just around the corner so we picked them up too. Lucky that Amy has a 7 seater to fit us all in.

With such fabulous weather there were heaps of people. Forgot to take my camera with me.

Stopped for a chat with Gail McCormack who was there with husband Tony and all of their fabulous paintings and furniture pieces for sale. 5 year old Chloe just adored all of Gails gorgeous girly ballet pieces. Stop by Gail and Tony's website and take a look at their fabulous work.

After a fun time wandering around the market the kids eating lollipops and hot chips/french fries it was time to head home.

Amy dropped Melanie and her kids at their house, then we dropped Max and Riley at my house,making sure I got my camera this time.

OPEN GARDEN

Amy and I then went to an Open Garden in Mornington called Dalywaters.

The entry fee of $5 went towards Legacy. Legacy is an organisation of veterans, servicemen and women and other volunteers who are dedicated to the care of the dependants of Australian Defence Force members, after the death of a spouse or parent during service, and to Australian and Allied families after operational service.

Dalywaters is a beautiful Mornington Peninsula wedding venue.

Amy in a great covered area. Such a pretty climbing rose

Through these fabulous rusted white gates you can see the chapel

The dam through the gate

Amy amongst the roses and agapanthus that were so full of buds just waiting to burst open.

This is the chapel where there was a lady playing the harp. It sounded beautiful

Such a beautiful setting

The arch here is where the bride would first walk in

She would then turn down this aisle and be on her way to the romantic chapel

Beautiful lavender lined brick pathway leading to the house on the property

Pretty daisies on the deck next to the dam

Blue moon roses

So many gorgeous roses and such a romantic setting

Below are some of the beautiful roses that were in the garden

Gorgeous petals

So many beautiful roses.

BIRTHDAY GIVEAWAY

FRIDAY 2nd OCTOBER - THE WINNER HAS BEEN DRAWN

TIME FOR A GIVEAWAY

Today is my 55th Birthday - where have those years gone.

I guess when I look at my four kids ranging from 26 to 32 I can see where it went.

When I see the 3 gorgeous grandkids nearly 2 year old Riley, 5 year old Chloe and 7 year old Lachlan I reaslise how lucky I am to have been around long enough to have such a wonderful life.

So enough of the soppy stuff, let's get on with the give away

All you have to do is leave a comment on this post and the gifts below could be yours

A hanging heart - Until you Fall in Love

Some gorgeous Cath Kidston Soaps and Bath Melts

and one of my favourite things - Sea Glass.

So leave a comment below to be in the draw.
I will do the draw on Friday 2nd October (Australian time)

HOW LUCKY AM I???

Look what Max bought me for my Birthday.

A beautiful original painting by Gail McCormack

I love Iceberg Roses and of course anything beachy.

So this is the perfect gift.

Especially when you have no idea it is coming your way

Check Gail's blog and her website - Originals by Gail & Tony McCormack to see more of Gail's and Tony's fabulous items. A very talented pair.

photo from Gail McCormack