Xavier turns one

Courtney is down south at the moment with a friend from school, so we expect to hear lots of stories about her adventure soon. Brooke has been busy helping everyone to get ready for Xavier's 1st birthday party. Happy Birthday little man!

Adventure World

Today the girls and Cameron went to Adventure World. It was a great day - although it was busy, the kids all got a chance to have lots of water slides and Brooke had four goes in a row on the roller coaster.

Kalbarri

On boxing day, Dad and the girls went for a week long holiday in Kalbarri. The Mundy clan came a stayed with us for a few days and all the kids had a fantastic time. Courtney and Brooke got a chance to sail a boat as well as drive a dinghy.

It was a really big week for the girls, with lots of swimming and playing. We're already looking forward to the next holiday.

Christmas 2009

As always Christmas was a big day for the girls. Santa came through again with some great presents, of note was Courtney's next trip to Accident and Emergency - otherwise known as a ripstick. The girls were also given their very first computer of their own, so perhaps there will be some arguments about whose turn it is in the future.

As with every year, the girls visited three separate Christmas trees during the day - everyone of them hiding something special for two very spoiled but very loved little ladies.

The girls were also lucky enough to be able to share their day with cousins Cameron, Mackenzie and for the first time - Xavier.

School Reports Are In

The girls received their school reports yesterday. They were both fairly good - although Dad is a little worried... Brooke ended up with an overall comment that set alarm bells off. Reading between the lines it basically said "... is coasting and applies herself mostly when it takes her interest." That might sound familiar to Grandma and Pa?

Brooke Gets Invested

Today Brooke was invested as a cub. She was obviously very proud of herself and is looking forward to all the things that lie ahead. She plans on making cooking her first badge.

Swimming Again

School Fete

Season Open

Saturday was the earliest, hottest day (if that makes sense) in Perth since records began. Courtney attended a Cub leadership camp whilst Dad and Brooke declared summer has arrived with a swim in the pool.

Needless to say, another swim in the pool was on the cards for Sunday.

Mission Accomplished

Dad is pretty happy with himself as he has managed to corrupt Cameron a little. Dad is pleased to report that Cameron now likes Nintendo and will no doubt drive his parents crazy asking for one, like the rest of the tribe have at one stage or another. Another couple of years, and Lily and Mackenzie will be square eyed and flat thumbed as well.

Also Cameron got to join in on a great cranegirls tradition - going to the pub.

The Zoo

On the second of October the cranes (Me (Courtney), Cameron, Mackenzie, Dad, Uncle Scot, and Auntie Jodie) went to the zoo. We all loved the elephants and moneys, otters, meerkats, loin’s giraffes, kangaroos, Tasmanian devils and panted dogs. But best for the kids the………………PLAY GROWND! (The karather cranes left the next day.)

Wii Boxing

Dad is currently house minding and the girls now have access to a Nintendo Wii. Good to see them actually moving around for a change.

Talent Show

It has been a really big night. Courntey's talent show with her friend Brooke won the talent competition at her school. Also Courtney sang the solo part in front of the whole school choir. Photos and/or video soon.

Shep Arrives

Today Dad returned from Melbourne and the girls got to meet Shep for the very first time. Shep is Pa's new Collie (dog) - photo soon. He is obviously very cute and the girls have already fallen in love with him. Brooke is fascinated by him.

A Note To Friends

Hi Madi, Brooke and other people how look at this web site. If you don’t know who wrote this its me Cj or Courtney. I’m going to be righting more often now. If you know the

I’m in the talent show on Tuesday night and you’d like to see me do an act come to the school with a gold coin and see me be so crazy i'm not funny!

So see you at school……………boring….. Old……………………school……….so see you later!

 

Hello

Hello Courtney and Brooke.

It is so nice to be able to reply to your posts.

I am Dawn--Pa's sister.

I visited in Perth, last September and met you.

I love reading about all your adventures---and the photos are lovely.

Keep it up.

             Love Aunty Dawn

              

 

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Pa's Puppy

Today Grandma, Pa and Dad went to have a look at a litter of puppies - one of which will be Pa's new friend. Although we don't know exactly which one Pa will end up with, this little fella is a front runner.

We think that thecranegirls will be very excited when the puppy is allowed to come home, mid August.

Brooke Goes to Bussleton

Brooke has heading off for her own special little holiday with Nana and Grandad in Busselton. We hope there are enough patches of nice weather for them to get outdoors.

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Courtney's Karratha Capers

Hi there Crane girls fans

This is CJ’s aunty Jodie here – just thought I would fill you in on Courtney’s trip. Unfortunately Courtney herself is far too busy…..

Phew – what a busy week it has been ! We think Courtney has had a lovely time, enjoying morning teas, lunches and dinners, playdates, and even a spot of girly retail therapy with Aunty Tarita. We have been to the best parks in Karratha and Dampier, and enjoyed some fun holiday activities like the super fun day and movie excursion at the Karratha Entertainment Centre. The highlight of Courtney’s trip would have to be her weekend trip to the beach shack with the O’Briens. Courtney caught a fish and even got to drive the boat ! Today has been a nice quiet day at home with Cameron and Mackenzie – if you count decorating the house with streamers and banners, making muffins and hosting morning tea for the neighbours and doing a wide range of scientific experiments as a quiet morning ! Tomorrow we going up to Samson for 2 nights, for some yummy fish and chips and park play. We may even use the spa (if it is heated)…

Signing off on behalf of Courtney

Aunty Jodie x

Brooke's Doing Fine

While Courtney is away, Brooke is doing fine. Last night she gave Dad a long, very long, and detailed account on how to play Pokemon on the Nintendo. Today Pa took her for a ride almost all the way to Hillarys Boat Harbour and tomorrow Grandma is taking her to the cinema to watch Ice Age III.

Dad is also booked in for another Mario Kart challenge after work tomorrow.