Somewhere in the world there must be a tradition that says you should approach New Year's Eve relaxed, refreshed, and regroomed. If not, I might start one. Sis and I were sitting on the balcony lingering over our light breakfast, coffee, and chat, plotting how to do a spa/salon-at-home day on it (the balcony), when … Continue reading New Year’s Eve Traditions
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Is the end of the world nigh?
We entertained a small group on New Year's Eve, and it was a lot of fun. We watched the local 9pm fireworks from our balcony, and then we had an hour or so playing Celebrity Heads - which ensured all us "seniors" stayed awake long enough to get to midnight, when we popped the champagne, kissed each … Continue reading Is the end of the world nigh?
The Domestic Goddess Continues
Wollongong Harbour - waiting for the NYE 2013 fireworks Take one childless, retired couple who are set in their ways. Add four boisterous grandchildren aged nine through to fifteen. Promise them a week or more of non-stop fun: sun, sand, surf, swimming pool, tennis, cinema, outings, and New Year's Eve fireworks. Put all six people … Continue reading The Domestic Goddess Continues