I'm back....

....and so excited. I have just returned from Melbourne after 5 days away with just Rich and a few friends. We had a children's worker's conference to attend and also booked a day either side for a little mini-break. We had a great time exploring Melbourne, eating out, catching trams, walking, shopping and spending time together. It was so much fun. This is the view from the flight from Brisbane to Melbourne. I am not the best flyer and had shocking sinus pain this flight. The weather in Melbourne was fabulous though with sunny, warm days and mild nights...gorgeous!

Rich surprised me with a booking to Jamie Oliver's restaurant 'Fifteen' on the Tuesday night. I was so excited and a little nervous about it, LOL, but we had a brilliant night. I had a little peek at the kitchen and got to see how things operate too. The food was sensational! I had high hopes and they exceeded all expectations. We really enjoyed the whole experience and will go again next year. Fifteen, Melbourne..excuse the glare...the little alley is very dark.

The Melbourne skyline from Southbank where we stayed. Gorgeous clear nights and lovely weather.

When I returned home this afternoon the kids were beside themselves and so was I hehe. I was smothered with kisses and told copious stories of the week's adventures. The kids were really good for Grandma and had a great time but were thrilled to see us :) I missed them so much by yesterday so I was ready to come home.

When I arrived today my Qtea kit was here!! These funky embellishment kits by Danielle Quarmby are just divine. I adore her work and am so excited to receive a debut Qtea kit to play with. The other great thing waiting for me was the news that I was the winner for the last Aussie Dares challenge!! I am so stoked. The theme was fantacy (Challenge number 29) and I submitted a digi layout I did featuring Mikaela using Weeds and Wildflowers freebies. Love their stuff! This news just blew me away and I am still doing a little jig LOL. Better go and unpack my suitcase and get some washing on. Back to reality I guess hehe.

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