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Title: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: gertbysea on August 22, 2012, 04:16:58 am
I am packed and have my boarding passes.



Achookwoman. You can put a picture here.

Gert
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Post by: obbie on August 22, 2012, 04:22:34 am
Exciting Gert, have fun.
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Post by: rainbow on August 22, 2012, 04:38:21 am
Exciting, Exciting, looking forward to meeting everyone, can't believe its happening, CP you are amazing to have organised this  :) :) :)
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Post by: courton on August 22, 2012, 05:28:28 am
Oh no!!! Gert, we are waiting for the photos with bated breath!
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Post by: courton on August 22, 2012, 07:17:58 am
Yes, this is a test message Gert.Unable to load photo
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Post by: gertbysea on August 22, 2012, 08:16:40 am
(http://img.tapatalk.com/79de37d0-8725-a250.jpg)

Yeah it is working!

Got my boarding passes?✈✈✈✈
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Post by: Halex on August 22, 2012, 08:23:00 am
And your plastic bag....
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Post by: gertbysea on August 22, 2012, 08:32:43 am
Well I  has  to carry some books  and they were too heavy for the plastic . Well that's my story.

Gert
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Post by: mcmich on August 22, 2012, 08:35:29 am
I'm going to start packing soon. Better get a wriggleon as i leave home in 10 hours.
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Post by: cookie1 on August 22, 2012, 08:59:08 am
You have an early start Michele.
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Post by: mcmich on August 22, 2012, 10:03:50 am
Leaving at 0330hrs. I'm a morning person.
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Post by: gertbysea on August 22, 2012, 10:24:22 am
I'll be right behind you.

Gert
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Post by: mcmich on August 22, 2012, 10:27:24 am
All packed. Didn't take long. Will turn in soon.
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Post by: dede on August 22, 2012, 10:42:26 am
Have a safe trip everyone :)
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Post by: gertbysea on August 22, 2012, 10:48:56 pm
Breakfast from Cairns to Brisbane

Goats cheese omelette.
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Plus sunrise.

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Gert
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Post by: Halex on August 22, 2012, 11:07:56 pm
Woohoo everyone is on their way :)
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Post by: Amy :-) on August 23, 2012, 12:07:54 am
I will be on my way this afternoon too!! :D

Unfortunately I won't have any computer access after I leave home though, so I won't be able to even check the forum until after the retreat. I will miss all you other lovely people for the next few days :(
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Post by: obbie on August 23, 2012, 12:10:53 am
Have fun.... ;D
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Post by: SueJen on August 23, 2012, 03:21:29 am
You can log on on my iphone Amy. See you 7am tomorrow morning,
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Post by: Emme on August 23, 2012, 04:08:34 am


Have a great time Amy, and enjoy the break.

Marie
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Post by: gertbysea on August 23, 2012, 07:56:26 am
My breakfast from Brisbane to Perth

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Post by: courton on August 23, 2012, 07:59:03 am
I feel as if I am travelling with you Gert! Keep it up!! :)
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Post by: Halex on August 23, 2012, 07:59:26 am
What no champagne on your journey Gert :o

H :)
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Post by: Cuilidh on August 23, 2012, 08:06:33 am
The food is almost as exciting as your round the world trip, Gert ;D.  Thanks for the photos, looking forward to more.
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Post by: goldfish on August 23, 2012, 08:09:13 am
They must have heard who you are and what you're doing, Gert!!  My meals in the air never looked that good!! :-))
Loved the view out the window . . . . big sigh!!! :D
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Post by: cookie1 on August 23, 2012, 09:13:32 am
Gert you would have to be up the pointy end to get food like that. Welcome to WA
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Post by: Emme on August 23, 2012, 09:17:42 am

Thanks for the photos Gert, am enjoying travelling with you.  Don't forget to have an extra glass for me!!
Have a wonderful time.

Marie   :)
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Post by: gertbysea on August 23, 2012, 09:20:26 am
(http://img.tapatalk.com/95879258-e7cc-9b48.jpg)

First today.
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Post by: Halex on August 23, 2012, 09:23:17 am
Where are you Gert? ;D
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Post by: fundj&e on August 23, 2012, 09:23:17 am
loving the photos Gert  :-*
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Post by: gertbysea on August 23, 2012, 09:32:01 am
Fire in the streets.

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Post by: Mama Fergie on August 23, 2012, 09:37:14 am
Where is that Gert?
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Post by: gertbysea on August 23, 2012, 09:44:24 am
Where is that Gert?

Some pub across  the street from Maudes

Gert
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Post by: EmeraldSue on August 23, 2012, 09:49:41 am
I'm just leaving perth airport and I'm on my way. See you soon!
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Post by: snappy on August 23, 2012, 12:37:45 pm
Loving the photos Gert.  Enjoy your dinner tonight ladies
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Post by: gertbysea on August 23, 2012, 01:33:53 pm
Dinner at a crazy Italian Restaurant.

chookie, Gert, Emerald Sue, Mcmich and Ral
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Nighty night
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Post by: jeninwa on August 23, 2012, 01:47:58 pm
Love the photo, was that crazy Italian place across the road from Miss Mauds?
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on August 23, 2012, 02:50:40 pm
Sweet dreams  :-*
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Post by: fundj&e on August 23, 2012, 03:45:52 pm
good night to you all in WA

hugs and  :-*
uni
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Post by: Cornish Cream on August 23, 2012, 04:05:38 pm
Thanks for the photo.Great to put names to faces ;D I hope you all have goodnights sleep for your activities tomorrow ;)
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Post by: ThermomixBlogger on August 23, 2012, 05:15:44 pm
What fun! I have just installed Tapatalk on my iThingy so will try to keep up with the goings on. LOVING THE PHOTOS!!! Almost as good as being there. Not. I am simply too envious of you all who are getting to meet each other. So wish I could be there. Thanks for feeing us a bit of fun on this page, looking forward to more.

Xox
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Post by: Emme on August 23, 2012, 10:10:31 pm


Loving the photos, lovely to see you all. 


Marie  :)
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Post by: gertbysea on August 23, 2012, 10:36:29 pm
Love the photo, was that crazy Italian place across the road from Miss Mauds?

I certainly was jeniwa. The little yguy is a sweet nutter. We were expecting a big bill with all the antipasti  he brought to the table but it was all thrown in.  It was very reasonable.

Gert
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Post by: fundj&e on August 23, 2012, 10:40:04 pm
that was nice of him gert. are you all up and ready for a big day  :)
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Post by: gertbysea on August 23, 2012, 11:01:37 pm
The restaurant is not open  for another 44 minutes . Sue is getting a taxi to  Meagans at 0825. Mcmich is getting a taxi to Cookies  I think  at  0800. The rest of uss will be meeting Tenina out front at 0900. We will all meet up at  noon at Deep Knee for a nosh up.

Gert
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Post by: gertbysea on August 23, 2012, 11:08:50 pm
Morning all.(http://img.tapatalk.com/cba14ba4-aa06-677f.jpg)
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Post by: courton on August 23, 2012, 11:09:47 pm
Have a great day Gert!
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Post by: Halex on August 23, 2012, 11:40:51 pm
Morning Gert

 :)
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Post by: Mama Fergie on August 23, 2012, 11:43:03 pm
Are you getting ready to go Hally?
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Post by: Halex on August 23, 2012, 11:58:43 pm
Ooops still in bed having a cuppa. Need to finsh packing ??? Have packed pjs, bed socks & heat pack.

Need to make lunches, shower & try & find someone to pick  ds up if his friend is sick today, he was  yesterday & wasnt at school.

Better finish my tea & get a wiggle on.

H :)

Dont worry cookie will be ready by 9
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: gertbysea on August 23, 2012, 11:58:57 pm
Breakfast at Maudes.

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Post by: gertbysea on August 24, 2012, 12:01:01 am
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Post by: gertbysea on August 24, 2012, 12:02:06 am
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Post by: gertbysea on August 24, 2012, 12:04:26 am
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Post by: Cuilidh on August 24, 2012, 12:06:53 am
That all looks fabulous - you are certainly not going to go hungry this morning!  The fruit looks delicious - I'm always way too lazy to prepare something as appetising looking as that (especially in the mornings)
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Post by: Mama Fergie on August 24, 2012, 12:09:10 am
Making me hungry just looking at all the yummy food. Those strawberries look divine  :)
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Post by: judydawn on August 24, 2012, 12:12:45 am
Thanks for all the photos Gretchen, the breakfast selection reminded me I have had my coffee this morning but no food.  Might go and cook myself an egg.  The adventure and fun has begun for all the retreaters and this day has finally come around.  Have a great weekend and remember I will be there in spirit so watch what you say  ;D
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Post by: obbie on August 24, 2012, 12:21:55 am
Great photos Gert.
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Post by: Cuilidh on August 24, 2012, 12:28:37 am
You will be sorely missed, Judy - your's and Geoff's ears will be burning all weekend!
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Post by: maddy on August 24, 2012, 12:30:34 am
Maude's looks like a charming place!
appreciate your photo diary Gert  8)
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on August 24, 2012, 12:45:01 am
 I  :o at the bedroom pic, but it was too funny not to giggle  :D keep 'em coming.
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Post by: gertbysea on August 24, 2012, 12:46:36 am
Jut one more?

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Post by: JulieO on August 24, 2012, 12:53:14 am
You are cruel Gert.  ;D
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on August 24, 2012, 12:55:23 am
Eat up, they don't have Danish Pastries in Gracetown  ;D ;D ;D
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Post by: obbie on August 24, 2012, 01:03:53 am
Yum Gert
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Post by: cookie1 on August 24, 2012, 01:15:47 am
Beats my sultana bran.  All packed, hope I haven't forgotten anything. Note to self"........don't forget Michele and Hally :)
Hopefully meeting Jen and Kathryn on the road. Am very excited.
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Post by: cookie1 on August 24, 2012, 01:20:15 am
(http://img.tapatalk.com/3aa4e95c-c8d1-64ef.jpg)Car packed and ready. Michele will be here soon and then off to get Hally. Next stop meeting Jen and Kathryn. Then lunch down the track, hopefully we can find it. Have the GPS.
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Post by: maddy on August 24, 2012, 01:24:11 am
Gert, those pastries belong in my stomach!!!
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Post by: Yvette on August 24, 2012, 01:39:13 am
Gert stop posting all the food photos making me hungry  :-))

Have fun girls
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Post by: jeninwa on August 24, 2012, 01:40:31 am
All packed hope i haven't forgotten anything too late if I have I'm on the train to Kathryn's. See you soon cookie and everyone else.
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Post by: Halex on August 24, 2012, 01:55:04 am
Sitting outside my housecwaiting for cookie.

Ds bless still no one picking him up from school.

H :)
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Post by: dede on August 24, 2012, 02:02:07 am
Morning all.(http://img.tapatalk.com/cba14ba4-aa06-677f.jpg)

Lol Gert, your funny :D
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Post by: gertbysea on August 24, 2012, 06:23:23 am
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Post by: dede on August 24, 2012, 06:34:22 am
Wow look at all you guys, thanks so much Gert for sharing all your pics, even the nudy rudy one lol :D
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Post by: *suzanne* on August 24, 2012, 06:38:31 am
Photo's are great, hope the weather isn't too cold for you all
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Post by: fundj&e on August 24, 2012, 06:42:28 am
how are the boys holding up  ;D
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Post by: ThermomixBlogger on August 24, 2012, 06:45:57 am
Well I for one am certainly wishing I did not have to enjoy life from the cheap seats today ;)  So wishing I could be there sitting right at that table with a big bunch of crazy-as-me Thermo fans to yuck it up with. The photos are great and THANKS SO MUCH for posting them Gert. Really having fun here watching you all from my far-away perch.

Waiting to see what you had for lunch! Where are those goodie bags I wuz reading about? How big are they? :o I wanna see those!!!
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Post by: Wonder on August 24, 2012, 07:12:33 am
Dede I hadn't looked close enough to notice the nudey rudey  :o

Gert, thanks so much. It would be great if we are able to put names to all the faces.
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Post by: obbie on August 24, 2012, 07:14:09 am
I am jealous, make sure you all have fun.. :)
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Post by: Emme on August 24, 2012, 07:30:52 am

 Really enjoying the photos Gert, thank you so much for sharing your weekend.

Marie
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Post by: Cornish Cream on August 24, 2012, 07:38:33 am
Enjoying the photos Gert  :-*
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Post by: droverjess on August 24, 2012, 07:59:06 am
Thanks Gert, just popped in after absent from forum and your pics really cheered me up this mornng. Lovely to put faces to names.
The food pictures made me hungry, must have breakfast!
Enjoy, enjoy, enjoy.
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Post by: Frozzie on August 24, 2012, 08:03:00 am
Thx for posting the pics gert... Just had to pop in to see how you all were going on theweekend away.. 😘
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Post by: Cuilidh on August 24, 2012, 08:08:28 am
Great to see both DJ and Frozzie visiting us for the weekend.  Glad Gert has been posting lots of photos to keep them both up to date.
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Post by: MEP on August 24, 2012, 08:43:14 am
Miss Maude's is renown for their buffet breakfasts in Perth.
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Post by: ElleG on August 24, 2012, 08:49:43 am
Thanks for posting the photos Gert. Lovely to see them and live vicariously through them  ;D
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Post by: Cuilidh on August 24, 2012, 09:36:19 am
Thanks for doing such a good job with the photos, Gert.  They are great and very exciting to see you all - any danger of including names with them - I know you won't have much free time, though, so maybe I shouldn't ask, I am being very greedy wanting even more of you than you are already giving us!
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Post by: Mama Fergie on August 24, 2012, 10:14:27 am
Great to see all you ladies and been trying to guess the names? Would be great to put names to the faces but still great seeing everyone :)
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Post by: johnro on August 24, 2012, 10:34:53 am
Such a wonderful time for all - thanks Gert for keeping us in the loop.  Wishing you all lots of smiles and sunshine!!!  ;)  ;)
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Post by: SueJen on August 24, 2012, 10:35:59 am
View from windows(http://img.tapatalk.com/9587922d-4b12-8975.jpg)
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Post by: SueJen on August 24, 2012, 10:37:06 am
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Post by: Master Moderator on August 24, 2012, 10:38:47 am
WOW...   This is such a great topic. I am so jealous!!!!!! How I would have loved be amongst all these lovely ladies...

I'll have to fly to Australia sometime next year and attend one of these meet ups.

It's so good to see that this forum has created great friendships. Keep it up!!!

Admin...
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Post by: astarra on August 24, 2012, 10:40:32 am
Oh.   ;)
Jealous!  :)
Thanx for the pics!
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Post by: SueJen on August 24, 2012, 10:42:16 am
Jeninwa trying to get iPad to work(http://img.tapatalk.com/9587922c-4c87-cf2b.jpg)
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Post by: Cornish Cream on August 24, 2012, 10:44:36 am
A big thank you for the photos SueJen :-* :-* It's lovely seeing where you are and our forum members. :)
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Post by: SueJen on August 24, 2012, 10:46:00 am
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Post by: djinni373 on August 24, 2012, 10:46:24 am
Thank you for the photos. Looks like soooo much fun and what a beautiful place. I laughed so much at Gert's "morning all" (nudie) photo that the family all rushed to see what was so funny and they all laughed too. Classic pic Gert  8)
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Post by: SueJen on August 24, 2012, 11:10:23 am
Making salad(http://img.tapatalk.com/95879202-5323-a7e5.jpg)
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Post by: SueJen on August 24, 2012, 11:10:50 am
And drinking
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Post by: SueJen on August 24, 2012, 11:19:26 am
where are you Gert????????????
No photos for ages
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Post by: snappy on August 24, 2012, 11:22:26 am
Suejen can you tell us who is in your photos?
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Post by: SueJen on August 24, 2012, 11:29:40 am
2sitting on verandah - Cecelia and Helen
Salad Cecelia cutting and Helen drinking
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Post by: Mama Fergie on August 24, 2012, 11:46:18 am
Thanks for the great photos and amazing putting the faces to the names.
Hope you all having a great time. Looks like it ;D
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Post by: snappy on August 24, 2012, 11:52:18 am
Thanks SueJen, wonderful to see you all having such a great time!
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Post by: SueJen on August 24, 2012, 12:06:41 pm
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Suepurb and Hough
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Post by: SueJen on August 24, 2012, 12:08:38 pm
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Mcmich and DD
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Post by: Yvette on August 24, 2012, 12:11:44 pm
Nice photo Mich.

Thanks everyone for sharing the photos
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Post by: SueJen on August 24, 2012, 12:13:03 pm
[IMG]http://img.tapatalk.com/95879201-6151-8434.jpg[/IMG
Nazar Meagan Faffa mcmich
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Post by: SueJen on August 24, 2012, 12:14:06 pm
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Post by: SueJen on August 24, 2012, 12:16:35 pm
Still cooking(http://img.tapatalk.com/95879201-62a2-3561.jpg)
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Post by: SueJen on August 24, 2012, 12:18:38 pm
Supervisor Gretchen(http://img.tapatalk.com/95879201-630c-878d.jpg)
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Post by: judydawn on August 24, 2012, 12:22:16 pm
Hello to all those familiar names if not familiar faces.  Nice to see the wine glasses in hand already.  Next lot of photos please  ;D
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Post by: SueJen on August 24, 2012, 12:22:32 pm
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Chookie and Cookie
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Post by: SueJen on August 24, 2012, 12:26:26 pm
Rainbow and Amy(http://img.tapatalk.com/9587922c-64f4-801d.jpg)
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Post by: MEP on August 24, 2012, 12:29:19 pm
What lovely photos. So nice to be able to put a face to a name. Thanks again. I hope everyone has a blast, which I'm sure you will anyways. :)
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Post by: SueJen on August 24, 2012, 12:34:40 pm
Will send more photos tomorrow, nearly out of power
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Post by: hools003 on August 24, 2012, 12:35:28 pm
Sounds like you lot are having a great time! Enjoy yourselves and keep the photos coming.
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Post by: Cornish Cream on August 24, 2012, 12:37:02 pm
Will send more photos tomorrow, nearly out of power
We all will be waiting Thanks SueJen :-* :-*
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Post by: judydawn on August 24, 2012, 12:40:48 pm
Thanks suejen, great effort. This is a great way for those not at the retreat to feel a part of it.  I've just spoken to Cookie & Gretchen in 'my' house, so lovely to hear from them and all the background noise of women chatting.  
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Post by: dede on August 24, 2012, 12:49:27 pm
Loving all the pics :D
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Post by: Tasty on August 24, 2012, 02:09:47 pm
I agree - loving all the pics. Keep 'em coming. Still waiting to see what some others look like, such as CreamPuff hersef, Halex, etc.

Is it dressup night tonight?

You look like you're all having a ball!
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Post by: Greyhoundmum on August 24, 2012, 02:43:23 pm
Great to see the happy faces and you all enjoying yourself. Keep up the photos
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Post by: Mama Fergie on August 24, 2012, 03:16:09 pm
Great to see all the photos, such a special time.
Keep them coming please  ;D
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Post by: Frozzie on August 24, 2012, 04:57:13 pm
(http://img.tapatalk.com/95879201-620d-2c8c.jpg)

Who is in this photo other than mcmich on the right ??

Thx for posting the photos girls 😊
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Post by: Cornish Cream on August 24, 2012, 05:49:25 pm
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Nazar Meagan Faffa mcmich
These are the girls in the photo Kim ;)
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Post by: Foxx on August 24, 2012, 08:52:59 pm
Oh wow,what an awesome thread to read and that food.. :o

How far is Margaret River from Perth?

Enjoy your time ladies & keep those photo's coming.
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Post by: Cuilidh on August 24, 2012, 09:30:43 pm
Thanks everyone for posting the photos, it's so good to see you all and the happy smiles tell their own story.  Looking forward to more photos (avatar and real names make so much difference).
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Post by: Emme on August 24, 2012, 10:10:43 pm

The photos are wonderful, glad everyone in enjoying the get together. 

Marie   :)
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Post by: obbie on August 24, 2012, 11:12:59 pm
Great to put faces to names,  have fun... :)
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Post by: Halex on August 24, 2012, 11:50:35 pm
Everyone is having a ball. I go to bed early, late night for me last night.

Heres the view from my bed:)
(http://img.tapatalk.com/95879344-054f-dedc.jpg)
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Post by: fundj&e on August 24, 2012, 11:59:17 pm
nice H
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Post by: goldfish on August 25, 2012, 12:13:12 am
Couldn't beat waking up to that!!  What a gorgeous part of the world!!  So glad you're having so much fun!!   :D

Gert & SueJen - your pix have made it very special for all of us who can't be there . . .so good to put a face to the names!!  Thank you!! :-*
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Post by: gertbysea on August 25, 2012, 12:14:07 am
I finally figured out the wifi here.

I was so busy supervising last night ( who put that photo of me up)

 I had  no time to take pics.

(http://img.tapatalk.com/3aa9efef-09de-4e5c.jpg)

We had a lovely time taking about  TB  imagine having a building like this so  near to GRACETOWN

(http://img.tapatalk.com/3aa9efef-09fe-5a5d.jpg)

(http://img.tapatalk.com/3aa9efef-0aac-fd5f.jpg)

Oh look at the cow!

(http://img.tapatalk.com/3aa9efef-0ace-7896.jpg)
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Post by: gertbysea on August 25, 2012, 12:17:37 am
(http://img.tapatalk.com/3aa9efef-0b51-e760.jpg)

Good Morning!

(http://img.tapatalk.com/3aa9efef-0b7d-018c.jpg)

(http://img.tapatalk.com/3aa9efef-0b95-36e7.jpg)

I am sitting in front of.
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Post by: SueJen on August 25, 2012, 12:44:00 am
(http://img.tapatalk.com/95879358-11c4-ecaa.jpg)
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Post by: SueJen on August 25, 2012, 12:44:49 am
(http://img.tapatalk.com/95879358-11fe-7863.jpg)
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Post by: SueJen on August 25, 2012, 12:47:22 am
(http://img.tapatalk.com/95879358-1277-0eb6.jpg)
Jeninwa, starting perhaps too early
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Post by: SueJen on August 25, 2012, 12:53:47 am
(http://img.tapatalk.com/95879303-13f7-3b2c.jpg)
Emma and not a very good photo of CP
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Post by: SueJen on August 25, 2012, 01:03:57 am
well perhaps someone was full last night, guess who has lost their glasses and can't see a thing - CECELIA
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Post by: SueJen on August 25, 2012, 01:09:28 am
(http://img.tapatalk.com/95879343-1798-ef46.jpg)
Our heating, not as good as Gerts
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Post by: SueJen on August 25, 2012, 01:17:40 am
Stop looking everyone - Cecelia has found her glasses - under her bed
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Post by: jeninwa on August 25, 2012, 01:21:44 am
Our fantastic goodie bags (http://img.tapatalk.com/3a074f46-1aaa-c257.jpg)
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Post by: jeninwa on August 25, 2012, 01:28:45 am
SueJen
(http://img.tapatalk.com/3a074f46-1c4f-49bd.jpg)
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Post by: CreamPuff63 on August 25, 2012, 01:31:21 am
morning everyone!  ;D
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Post by: SueJen on August 25, 2012, 01:32:21 am
Morning
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Post by: gertbysea on August 25, 2012, 01:43:16 am
(http://img.tapatalk.com/3aa9efef-1eea-ed6e.jpg)

(http://img.tapatalk.com/3aa9efef-1f01-ee74.jpg)

(http://img.tapatalk.com/3aa9efef-1f19-e77a.jpg)
(http://img.tapatalk.com/3aa9efef-1f2d-830d.jpg)

(http://img.tapatalk.com/3aa9efef-1f5a-c159.jpg),.
(http://img.tapatalk.com/3aa9efef-1f7a-0985.jpg)

(http://img.tapatalk.com/3aa9efef-1fa5-6a34.jpg)

(http://img.tapatalk.com/3aa9efef-1fb7-ee1e.jpg)
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Post by: SueJen on August 25, 2012, 01:50:03 am
Cols Place Motto

"I meant to behave but there were too many options"
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Post by: SueJen on August 25, 2012, 02:00:58 am
Helen and Jen are whale watching
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Post by: SueJen on August 25, 2012, 02:06:50 am
TWO WHALES
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Post by: Cuilidh on August 25, 2012, 02:14:04 am
What wonderful and very special gift bags - you are a lot of very lucky ladies (and gent!).
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Post by: obbie on August 25, 2012, 02:15:42 am
Looks great lot of goodies... :)
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Post by: gertbysea on August 25, 2012, 02:16:52 am
(http://img.tapatalk.com/3aa9efef-26f6-e986.jpg)
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Post by: cookie1 on August 25, 2012, 02:33:04 am
Golly this has a 'sign' on saying this is locked and I have no idea why.  Hopefully being a moderator I can put in a reply.
We had trouble with the wifi in our house last night.
Having a wonderful time and we are sitting round the table solving  the problems of thermomix world, Ral has just brought us some lovely Mocha chocolate.

Hopefully now we have wifi I can contribute to some of the posts.
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Post by: judydawn on August 25, 2012, 02:34:59 am
I had the locked notification too Cookie but was able to post.  Perhaps it has been unlocked by the person who locked it.

Gert I am so happy you worked out the wifi, I cannot imagine how you would have coped without your iPad working.  Hope last night's chicken meal went down well and your house guests rolled up or down the hill quite safely to their own beds.  Loving these photos, still more faces which haven't made an appearance yet but I'm sure by the end of the wine tour you will have snapped everyone.  Goodie bags look fantastic, pity my contribution is still sitting in my cupboard - what to do with 30 packs of the South Australian icon FruChocs :D  Love to you all xx
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Post by: cookie1 on August 25, 2012, 02:36:36 am
Here we are.(http://img.tapatalk.com/3aa9efef-2bf9-889d.jpg)

And our dear friend Tenina.(http://img.tapatalk.com/3aa9efef-2c25-a639.jpg)

Oops, just gone to make herself more beautiful.
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Post by: cookie1 on August 25, 2012, 02:39:13 am
Some early arrivals before we go out this morning.(http://img.tapatalk.com/3aa9efef-2cd0-60ba.jpg)
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Post by: cookie1 on August 25, 2012, 02:41:31 am
We have the locked sign here again. Don't know why.
Gert is going to start 'goings on 2'
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Post by: gertbysea on August 25, 2012, 02:49:10 am
Seems ok now.
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Post by: gertbysea on August 25, 2012, 03:01:45 am
We had a great night last night full of interesting conversations  and Tenina was in fine form. It was Thermomixers at 10 paces.

How amazing  that such a super kitchen machine  has brought us all together. Which reminds me oh thanking  Helene for her wonderful scrubbies and unique  stickers all the way from Canada.

Also a lovely gift from Myer.

Thank you  HO Au for your gift.

Gert




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Post by: gertbysea on August 25, 2012, 03:02:51 am
We had a great night last night full of interesting conversations  and Tenina was in fine form. It was Thermomixers at 10 paces.

How amazing  that such a super kitchen machine  has brought us all together. Which reminds me oh thanking  Helene for her wonderful scrubbies and unique  stickers all the way from Canada.

Also a lovely gift from Myer.

Thank you  HO Au for your gift.

Gertt



Oops I left a word off before.  NOT!!!

Gertvysea

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Post by: ThermomixBlogger on August 25, 2012, 03:06:07 am
Yes... Seems to be fixed now... And so is the camera. Here's a better photo of last night. Better watch what you say, cuz some of us are there in spirit ;-)
(http://img.tapatalk.com/325cdba9-329a-dad9.jpg)
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Post by: gertbysea on August 25, 2012, 03:09:44 am
Is anyone feeling by polish. This morning?

Gert
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Post by: gertbysea on August 25, 2012, 03:16:38 am
Yes... Seems to be fixed now... And so is the camera. Here's a better photo of last night. Better watch what you say, cuz some of us are there in spirit ;-)
(http://img.tapatalk.com/325cdba9-329a-dad9.jpg)

You cheeky girl
Gert
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Post by: SueJen on August 25, 2012, 03:18:15 am
Breakfast(http://img.tapatalk.com/95879358-35f4-21b7.jpg)
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Post by: snappy on August 25, 2012, 03:26:39 am
Yes... Seems to be fixed now... And so is the camera. Here's a better photo of last night. Better watch what you say, cuz some of us are there in spirit ;-)
(http://img.tapatalk.com/325cdba9-329a-dad9.jpg)

I love it Helene!
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Post by: gertbysea on August 25, 2012, 03:32:34 am
And a lot of talk went on about the wonderful  thermo blender who's name shall be nameless. How odd people,,,

Gert
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Post by: judydawn on August 25, 2012, 03:35:07 am
Isn't Helene wonderful with her computer skills.  We are having such a lovely time on this retreat  :D :D
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Post by: SueJen on August 25, 2012, 04:24:30 am
First winery today
CP
(http://img.tapatalk.com/95879316-457a-6085.jpg)
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Post by: goldfish on August 25, 2012, 04:36:18 am
How many to go? :-)
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Post by: obbie on August 25, 2012, 04:49:18 am
Judy in the background, very clever.


Have fun..
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Post by: SueJen on August 25, 2012, 05:00:06 am
(http://img.tapatalk.com/95879359-4dab-7b47.jpg)
Note the Chook on chockies hat
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Post by: judydawn on August 25, 2012, 05:01:34 am
Judy in the background, very clever.

I even have a glass of wine  ;D

How nice to see CP in full, good one SueJen.
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Post by: SueJen on August 25, 2012, 05:01:57 am
Not winery distillery all had a few except for Amy
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Post by: keiramax on August 25, 2012, 05:22:54 am
Looks like you are all having a wonderful time.  Love the photos and being able to put faces to names. 
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Post by: courton on August 25, 2012, 05:25:32 am
Would love it if someone could list the goodie bag items since they are wonderful inspirations for future gift giving ...in between the glasses of wine, fun and laughter!
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Post by: Katiej on August 25, 2012, 05:33:23 am
Great photos, it's lovely seeing everyone. Thanks for posting them. Goodie bag looks amazing!
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Post by: SueJen on August 25, 2012, 05:42:12 am
It's all about the food you know(http://img.tapatalk.com/95879343-57a9-5d59.jpg)(http://img.tapatalk.com/95879343-57b8-ac33.jpg)
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Post by: SueJen on August 25, 2012, 05:55:28 am
(http://img.tapatalk.com/9587932c-5ad2-a90f.jpg)
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Post by: ThermomixBlogger on August 25, 2012, 06:05:10 am
ha ha Snappy and Obbie... we couldn't let them have ALL the fun, could we?! I like Judy's idea of joining in with a glass of wine. Think I'll join you Judy. Pouring some white now. :o :D

You are welcome about the goodie bag treats ;) What a great idea to do the goodie bags! As soon as I heard about it I marked the date on my calendar and decided to postpone the launch of the store's newest product so that 30 forum friends in AU could be the very first in the world to sample and 'preview' them. :-* I am truly upset that JD and MeganJane didn't get theirs :( :'( ... yet. Hope they do make their way into your hands somehow. ;)

I wonder, did HO really send little gifts? That would have been SO appropriate. If they didn't, maybe next year ;)
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Post by: SueJen on August 25, 2012, 06:32:50 am
Our transport for the day(http://img.tapatalk.com/95879358-6396-55ff.jpg)
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Post by: gertbysea on August 25, 2012, 06:43:15 am
(http://img.tapatalk.com/9587936d-6593-4e17.jpg)
(http://img.tapatalk.com/9587936d-65b6-64da.jpg)(http://img.tapatalk.com/9587936d-6605-6b3b.jpg)
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Post by: gertbysea on August 25, 2012, 06:56:30 am
(http://img.tapatalk.com/95879301-6912-e205.jpg)(http://img.tapatalk.com/95879301-6923-081e.jpg)
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Post by: gertbysea on August 25, 2012, 06:58:19 am
(http://img.tapatalk.com/95879301-6940-dfb1.jpg)(http://img.tapatalk.com/95879301-698a-4a1e.jpg)
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Post by: gertbysea on August 25, 2012, 06:59:37 am
(http://img.tapatalk.com/95879301-69b2-0d81.jpg)
(http://img.tapatalk.com/95879301-69dc-46f7.jpg)
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Post by: gertbysea on August 25, 2012, 07:07:06 am
(http://img.tapatalk.com/95879318-6b41-7c81.jpg)

(http://img.tapatalk.com/95879318-6b59-91ae.jpg)

Amazing how many free samples you can eat in 10 minutes
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Post by: gertbysea on August 25, 2012, 07:08:44 am
(http://img.tapatalk.com/95879318-6bdd-3608.jpg)

(http://img.tapatalk.com/95879318-6bff-fc30.jpg)
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Post by: gertbysea on August 25, 2012, 07:11:26 am
(http://img.tapatalk.com/95879318-6c86-50b9.jpg)(http://img.tapatalk.com/95879318-6ca0-6975.jpg)
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Post by: SueJen on August 25, 2012, 07:27:04 am
Another winery so thought I'd take in the scenery(http://img.tapatalk.com/9587935a-703c-54f4.jpg)(http://img.tapatalk.com/9587935a-704b-3da7.jpg)
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Post by: SueJen on August 25, 2012, 07:29:48 am
(http://img.tapatalk.com/9587935a-70ea-3c86.jpg)
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Post by: droverjess on August 25, 2012, 07:30:55 am
Such fun, am there in spirit. Enjoying all the comings and goings and the pictures. Sorry not to be meeting you but seeing the pics is great.
A good advert for Australia too!

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Post by: Cornish Cream on August 25, 2012, 07:37:32 am
Thanks for the photo. :-*
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Post by: SueJen on August 25, 2012, 07:46:09 am
Just made it(http://img.tapatalk.com/95879302-74c5-cdef.jpg)
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Post by: fundj&e on August 25, 2012, 08:09:56 am
lol sue  ;D
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Post by: gertbysea on August 25, 2012, 08:15:59 am
(http://img.tapatalk.com/95879117-7ba7-3b38.jpg)

(http://img.tapatalk.com/95879117-7bc0-f5f8.jpg)
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Post by: gertbysea on August 25, 2012, 08:16:30 am
(http://img.tapatalk.com/95879117-7be0-738b.jpg)
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Post by: chrissa on August 25, 2012, 08:20:44 am
:-(

Wish I was there with you all.
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Post by: gertbysea on August 25, 2012, 08:25:21 am
(http://img.tapatalk.com/9587916c-7d92-9fcd.jpg)(http://img.tapatalk.com/9587916c-7dd1-cf69.jpg)
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Post by: gertbysea on August 25, 2012, 08:26:16 am
(http://img.tapatalk.com/9587916c-7e2a-92a4.jpg)
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Post by: SueJen on August 25, 2012, 08:39:25 am
Sorry no choc factory photos, to busy tasting and not enough time
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Post by: SueJen on August 25, 2012, 08:49:11 am
Cheese factory(http://img.tapatalk.com/95879343-8375-5a6b.jpg)(http://img.tapatalk.com/95879343-838a-d93c.jpg)
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Post by: Cuilidh on August 25, 2012, 09:00:55 am
Someone tell Chookie I just drove up past Mt Macedon and it was covered in thick grey cloud - she and Ral are definitely in the right place just now.
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Post by: dede on August 25, 2012, 09:04:19 am
Absolutely loving all the pics, everyone looks like they are having a great time :D
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Post by: SueJen on August 25, 2012, 09:15:49 am
(http://img.tapatalk.com/9587932c-89c8-e135.jpg)
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Post by: dede on August 25, 2012, 09:17:49 am
What a great pic of everyone :)
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Post by: Yvette on August 25, 2012, 09:44:54 am
Great photos thanks for sharing
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Post by: SueJen on August 25, 2012, 10:11:18 am
Amy preparing a plate of her famous brownies and chocolates(http://img.tapatalk.com/9587936d-96c9-5e1f.jpg)
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Post by: goldfish on August 25, 2012, 10:28:25 am
love the photo, Amy!  Has Gert inspected those knees of yours yet?
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Post by: Cornish Cream on August 25, 2012, 10:35:58 am
Great photo of the crowd SueJen ;)
Amy looks conscientious preparing her plate of goodies :D :D I bet they were delicious :)
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Post by: judydawn on August 25, 2012, 10:40:22 am
Bet you are all tired after such a big day.  Hope you have room for tonight's meal and all the remaining bits and pieces everyone has taken down there.  Did you all buy up big at the places you went to?
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Post by: achookwoman on August 25, 2012, 10:43:23 am
(http://img.tapatalk.com/3aa9efef-9dd9-c122.jpg)

Gert ,  She thinks she looks like Cleopatra.
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Post by: achookwoman on August 25, 2012, 10:47:57 am
(http://img.tapatalk.com/3aa9efef-9f39-784b.jpg)

Ral and Gert fill Ral's goodies bags.
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Post by: Frozzie on August 25, 2012, 10:48:46 am
Love it gert lol

Seems like you are all having fun.. Love all he pics..

Will be signing off again for a while..have to get back to it all ...enjoy the rest of your weekend 😃

Jd hope all continues to go well..kisses to you and geoff..

Xx
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Post by: achookwoman on August 25, 2012, 10:49:31 am
(http://img.tapatalk.com/3aa9efef-9fae-756a.jpg)

3 cows.
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Post by: cookie1 on August 25, 2012, 10:56:24 am
As the sun slowly sets, another day draws to a close. But of course there is still the evening .(http://img.tapatalk.com/3aa9efef-a15b-babf.jpg)
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Post by: Emme on August 25, 2012, 11:06:34 am

Love your out fit Gert.

It is lovely to see you all and put names to faces.  Thank you for the wonderful photos everyone.  Enjoy your evening

Marie 
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Post by: judydawn on August 25, 2012, 11:14:00 am
Gert you look stunning, well done.

Chookie if I was there I too would have had my photo taken with the cows, I love them.

What's for tea tonight, BBQ?
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Post by: SueJen on August 25, 2012, 11:19:48 am
Yes, bbc here tonight JD
When people arrive, but have been eating well all day
May be another late night
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Post by: SueJen on August 25, 2012, 11:34:45 am
Two Jens - eating and drinking(http://img.tapatalk.com/9587932e-aa35-871f.jpg)
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Post by: SueJen on August 25, 2012, 11:37:58 am
Our own party(http://img.tapatalk.com/9587932e-ab08-cf58.jpg)
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Post by: Mama Fergie on August 25, 2012, 12:01:40 pm
Looks amazing and so much fun. Lots of good food, wine/ cocktails and great company  :)
What more could you want  ;D
I love Margaret River area.
Enjoy the rest of the retreat
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Post by: SueJen on August 25, 2012, 01:41:57 pm
Lots of photos no names sorry(http://img.tapatalk.com/9587935a-c829-bddc.jpg)
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Post by: SueJen on August 25, 2012, 01:42:26 pm
(http://img.tapatalk.com/9587935a-c846-891c.jpg)
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Post by: SueJen on August 25, 2012, 01:42:57 pm
(http://img.tapatalk.com/9587935a-c863-5dd4.jpg)
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Post by: SueJen on August 25, 2012, 01:43:24 pm
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Post by: SueJen on August 25, 2012, 01:45:51 pm
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Post by: SueJen on August 25, 2012, 01:49:15 pm
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Post by: SueJen on August 25, 2012, 01:49:47 pm
(http://img.tapatalk.com/9587935a-c9ff-c8e7.jpg)
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Post by: SueJen on August 25, 2012, 01:59:25 pm
Sorry the photos are a bit blurry everyone has been drinking. Fruit tingles - the drink of the moment
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Post by: SueJen on August 25, 2012, 02:16:48 pm
(http://img.tapatalk.com/95879359-d054-5f26.jpg)
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: SueJen on August 25, 2012, 02:18:50 pm
(http://img.tapatalk.com/95879359-d0c8-bb0c.jpg)
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Post by: SueJen on August 25, 2012, 02:20:28 pm
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Post by: SueJen on August 25, 2012, 02:31:21 pm
Dessert(http://img.tapatalk.com/95879142-d3b2-9f63.jpg)
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Post by: SueJen on August 25, 2012, 02:32:22 pm
(http://img.tapatalk.com/95879142-d3f8-d244.jpg)
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: SueJen on August 25, 2012, 02:34:27 pm
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Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: SueJen on August 25, 2012, 02:41:07 pm
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Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: SueJen on August 25, 2012, 02:42:36 pm
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Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: gertbysea on August 25, 2012, 02:51:24 pm
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Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: gertbysea on August 25, 2012, 03:21:33 pm
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Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: gertbysea on August 25, 2012, 03:25:23 pm
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Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: SueJen on August 25, 2012, 04:04:59 pm
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Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: cookie1 on August 25, 2012, 04:53:51 pm
Yes, we are all home and have had our coffee/ drink. Thanks for a lovely evening girls. I do hope everyone helped you tidy up.
Off to sleep soon.
I have learned lots of iPad info from Gert. Thanks.

Thanks Suejen and Gert for all the photos. You have made this a most memorable weekend for all of the forum
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: gertbysea on August 25, 2012, 05:05:18 pm
Thank you all across the street for a wonderful day/ night. It has been a great ,experience being with you and sharing some fun stories. What a fantastic bunch of gals and guys we are.

Believe me if this all comes together next year it  will be fun filled weekend for all. Maybe we could call it Thermo Fest for lovers of Thermothingys 2013!!

Gertbysea
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: Tenina on August 25, 2012, 06:00:30 pm
Awesome day/night had by all! We ate a lot, some of us drank a lot, laughed a lot, travelled a lot, sang a lot...and missed absent friends a lot! Well done cream puff. We want another one!!! (join in now...) we want another one!!
 :o
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: Master Moderator on August 25, 2012, 07:32:37 pm
I am so addicted to this topic. Thanks all for sharing the wonderful photos.  I am so so jealous!!! So glad you all had a wonderful time.

U ROCK!!!!

Admin :)
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: Emme on August 25, 2012, 09:58:05 pm
Goodmorning everyone at Margaret River.
So glad you had a wonderful time, good food and good friends.  Thanks again for allowing us to share it with you with all the lovely photos.



Marie   :)
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: judydawn on August 25, 2012, 11:13:36 pm
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How far is Margaret River from Perth?

Foxx, Margaret River is 267 kms from Perth, a 3 hour 18 minute drive.  You obviously don't live in Australia, may I ask where you do live?
Why not pop over to the Introduce Yourself thread on the home page and tell us a bit about yourself. Our members love to greet and welcome newcomers.
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: obbie on August 25, 2012, 11:28:34 pm
Glad everyone is having FUN....
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: judydawn on August 25, 2012, 11:39:55 pm
Good morning to all the early risers in Margaret River from me too.  It's a pity things are drawing to a close over there, it sounds and looks like the weekend was a total success and once again CP, what a super job you did in pulling this off. I hope there aren't too many with headaches for the trip back to Perth and I wish you all safe travels to wherever your destination may be.
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: achookwoman on August 25, 2012, 11:45:09 pm
What an amazing weekend.  The generosity of spirit is overwhelming.  Everyone has something to offer.  CP has organised just enough to allow for flexibility.  Gert has give computer instructions.  Cookie has organised transport.   I have talked bread until I am blue in the face.(and loved every minute of it).  All the WA members have hosted us blow ins , in a most inclusive manner.  Ral and DD have added a little male balance to the weekend.  Gifts. Have flowed from everywhere,  even from Helene in Canada..  
Word from members who are not using their TMX as much as they should,  is that they can't wait to get home to startt TMXing.  
Tenina is going to post a recipe for the Pumpkin bread we had for lunch,  she is very busy,  so if she runs out of time,  I will post one.
Margaret River is beautiful.  We have had cool nights with warm days. ( thanks Marina for reminding of the cold and damp at home,,,,) Our houses are spacious and overlook the sea.
30 seems to be a perfect size.  Large enough for variety,  and small enough to talk to everyone.
If there is another get together next year.  You would be wise to book early.
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: gertbysea on August 25, 2012, 11:45:22 pm
Good morning.

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Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: gertbysea on August 26, 2012, 12:19:31 am
Good morning cookie in the next room! Looks like another beautiful  day here. Bacon and eggs for brekkie ?

And good morning to achookwoman and Ral downstairs.  Plus some of great chees from the factory?

Wish you were here JD.

It is going  to be sad to say goodbye .

Gert
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: achookwoman on August 26, 2012, 12:22:36 am
Good morning to you too Gert.  Yes bacon and eggs would be nice.  I can hear you moving around upstairs.  Hope you slept well. 
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: gertbysea on August 26, 2012, 12:30:17 am
I am so addicted to this topic. Thanks all for sharing the wonderful photos.  I am so so jealous!!! So glad you all had a wonderful time.

U ROCK!!!!

Admin :)

Well you keep saying you would  love to come to Australia so make a plan !!

If it weren't for you dear  MM we would not be having this "retreat" .  We were all strangers with one wee thing in  common . Some of us are still a wee strange but now we are friends . ;D :-)) ;)  We have learned a lot.

One of the best stories we heard last night was that Emerald  Sue, along with her her DH and two children are going to make  a  RETURN trip across the NULLABOR  Desert . Their plan is to,hire an caravan and do it all in 10 days.  

We are all looking forward to hearing about that adventure!!!!!!!! ;D

Gert
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: gertbysea on August 26, 2012, 12:34:35 am
Good morning to you too Gert.  Yes bacon and eggs would be nice.  I can hear you moving around upstairs.  Hope you slept well. 

Who  would not sleep well after such a busy day .  I heard all three of us up here snoring last night. Another wonderful colourful sunrise.

Gertbysea is apt.




Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: judydawn on August 26, 2012, 12:41:33 am
I hope everyone there posts a final tribute to the wonderful weekend you have had - those that didn't make it are just hanging out for reviews.

Gert, what were Chookie & Ral doing downstairs???  It looks like a bit of arguing must have taken place over the beds LOL

Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: gertbysea on August 26, 2012, 01:41:03 am
There is another lovely king bed with ensuite downstairs.  I am in the King corner. Cookie in the queen. Tenina is still asleep still in the single.

We are standing around in the kitchen chatting way and picking at food. Are your ears  burning?

Gert
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: SueJen on August 26, 2012, 01:58:29 am
Well morning all, what a night and day. An enormous thanks to everyone, what a weekend. Was great meeting everyone and putting faces to names. So hard to believe that didnt know anyone til we met on Friday. Feel now that will be leaving really good friends behind
Thanks again
Sue

Will post more photos later

Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: courton on August 26, 2012, 02:04:20 am
Would love names against photos - if possible please!!!! :) :) :)
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: mab19 on August 26, 2012, 02:06:50 am
Thanks for all the lovely photos ladies, I have enjoyed every minute of your weekend.  Looking forward to hearing more from you all when you return home. 
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: SueJen on August 26, 2012, 02:18:36 am
Thanks to Jen for cleaning the BBQ(http://img.tapatalk.com/95879344-7968-f23d.jpg)
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: SueJen on August 26, 2012, 02:21:14 am
A big, big thanks to Jeninwa for teaching me how to upload photos
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: CreamPuff63 on August 26, 2012, 02:22:11 am
Morning everyone, sun is out and there are some caps on the ocean but it is neverthelss relaxing  :D got up this morning and the house was quiet, so I got a shock to walk into a roomful of people quietly reading their 50 shades. Wrecked the silence from there onwards, and now we are chatting away and having brekky and cups of tea. Had a fantastic day yesterday and last night (bit of a late one  :-)) but someone has to do it). I love to see all the happy and smiling faces, and see the new friendships and bonds strengthened over the course of the weekend. Nazar was voted the most crazy dressed person on the bus tour, and was really enjoying her get up. Thank you everyone for being you, for coming, and making it the wonderful weekend it was. Will head to Cowaramup to gather and taste some sweeties. Maybe some would like to have a coffee fix before saying the inevitable and then hitting the road.
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: obbie on August 26, 2012, 02:22:42 am
I am glad you had a great weekend, would love names / forum names to photos too.

So we know who is who.. ;) ;)
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: SueJen on August 26, 2012, 02:30:16 am
Helen what a great job of vaccing(http://img.tapatalk.com/95879359-7c39-45f9.jpg)
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: SueJen on August 26, 2012, 02:32:52 am
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Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: SueJen on August 26, 2012, 03:06:29 am
DD came to breakfast(http://img.tapatalk.com/9587932d-84ac-6723.jpg)
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: snappy on August 26, 2012, 03:16:17 am
As you all prepare to leave, I just wanted to say thanks for all the photos and updates - it has made me feel part of the weekend, even over here in Sydney!

Safe trip home everyone.
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: SueJen on August 26, 2012, 03:19:53 am
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Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: judydawn on August 26, 2012, 03:27:03 am
A woman's work is never done, do a good job girls or they might not let you back!

Thank you everyone for keeping us in the loop, was not envious, just so happy for all of you. Xxxxxxxxxxx
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: obbie on August 26, 2012, 03:30:09 am
Love the look Dash, Pink suits you..... :)
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: SueJen on August 26, 2012, 03:34:27 am
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Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: judydawn on August 26, 2012, 03:38:22 am
Dash, you look so tired - have a heavy night mate?  Love the new look, are you game enough to drive home to DW like that LOL
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: Emme on August 26, 2012, 04:19:53 am

Safe journey home everyone.  It was really lovely to feel a part of your weekend via photos and posts.

A big  thankyou

Marie   :)
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: Cuilidh on August 26, 2012, 04:25:39 am
I don't know about how all your 'retreaters' are feeling, but it just seems such a short time ago since you were packing your bags and meeting up for the first time and now it is time for the farewells. 

Loved hearing how everything went and seeing the photos.  Safe trip  home everyone.
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: goldfish on August 26, 2012, 04:50:05 am
Travel safely everyone!  Really enjoyed the retreat . . be it from ever so far away!!  Many thanks for the photos and stories!!  Look forward to more when you get home and get settled . . . :D
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: johnro on August 26, 2012, 04:55:12 am
Thank you all for inviting us along with your pics and commentaries - safe travels  :)  :)
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: meganjane on August 26, 2012, 06:09:33 am
So wonderful to catch up via the pictures and comments. It turns out I could have gone, our weekend away was postponed. Never mind, I got some gardening done.

Looks like the weekend revolved around food and alcohol, my idea of a great weekend! can we do it again next year, please, please?

Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: nazar on August 26, 2012, 07:11:44 am
l am home from retreat got here about 12.30 and have been home 1 hour,  and it has started to rain

  (l live in augusta 40 mins drive away from retreat) so we were very lucky to have such nice weather for the time we were in

gracetown , now to read and catch up on this post and check out the photos .

thanks everyone for such a great weekend l had such a ball and it was great to meet everyone

l will post my photos soon .  

thanks cp such a great idea .
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: Aussie Brenda on August 26, 2012, 07:43:01 am
Thank-you to everyone for the updates, have thoroughly enjoyed it too.  But do need names to faces, so we can know them too.
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: nazar on August 26, 2012, 07:44:15 am
Hello, husband here - my lovely wife had a fantastic time on the weekend, she asked me if i could upload this video for the rest of you gals  ;)

so for all you gals & guys that went on the weekend.....

and for all those who didn't  :'( (sorry, they had a brilliant time)


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C82fO0aoFEo&feature=youtu.be (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C82fO0aoFEo&feature=youtu.be)

same video below, to see if tapatalk will pick it up

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C82fO0aoFEo&feature=youtu.be

sorry, both links work here, but tapatalk won't pick it up (it won't on mine anyway)

had another thought, last try
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C82fO0aoFEo&feature=youtu.be



for chookies granddaughter buck teeth and zits
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: nazar on August 26, 2012, 07:45:46 am
theres a video coming soon,  when l get the email of us saying our names
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: fundj&e on August 26, 2012, 07:46:51 am
love it DH
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: Aussie Brenda on August 26, 2012, 07:51:02 am
Thank-you Mr. Nazar
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: obbie on August 26, 2012, 08:07:18 am
Love it DH Nazzar
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: Cornish Cream on August 26, 2012, 08:14:12 am
Thank you Nazar loved it and a thanks to Mr Nazar for doing the technical bit ;D
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: nazar on August 26, 2012, 08:38:42 am
the videos were from chookie and gert  via a email and mr nazar  uploaded them
he's such a patience sweetie with me
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: goldfish on August 26, 2012, 08:40:35 am
That was lovely - thanks, nazar - and many thanks, too, to your DH for joining in the fun and games . . . ;D
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: faffa_70 on August 26, 2012, 09:12:41 am
OMG what can I say??!! An absolutely marvelous weekend with lots of fun, laughs and goodness knows what :D

CP (our minister for housing) your talents certainly shone through and you did a magnificent job. Thanks also to Cookie (our minister for transport) for your efforts in getting everyone organised to get there.

A big thanks to everyone for joining the adventure and especially to our eastern state travelers it was amazing to meet you all and put names to faces. There is so. Uh I co.d go on about ... It was just an amazing weekend.

Have to warn you all that I am first in line for next year, have already put my name down with CP!!!

Hope everyone arrives ho e safe and sound ... Talk to you all soon xx
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: Halex on August 26, 2012, 09:34:42 am
What a wonderful weekend we all had. Some guys are still travelling, poor loves.

Amazing to meet everyone.

CP wht a great job you did :)

Was welcomed home to absolute mess in the kitchen :o however dh new bbq cookbook was open &he is doing dinner with crown prince :) i have been told to sit down & watch a show dh recordeded for me.

Bless

Happy Hally World.

I hear a few other tms would like to join me in my world ;D LOL, yep I Laugh  a lot.
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: Delightful Den on August 26, 2012, 09:39:47 am
Dash, you look so tired - have a heavy night mate?  Love the new look, are you game enough to drive home to DW like that LOL

JD I was later to bed than usual and I was up at 6 for a short 12km run.  Plus I have drunk more alcohol in the last 3 days than I have in the last 3 months.
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: gertbysea on August 26, 2012, 10:08:55 am
Sitting in the Qantas lounge unable to check in quite yet but quite comfortable. Leaving at  midnight for Brisbane  then on to Cairns arrived at about 1000 tomorrow.

I was going to send an audio memo to a few but my voice is totally RS. Need to lubricate it will a few glasses of bubbles.

What an amazing experience . Sorry I missed out on a final hug from Ral and chookie. Enjoy your evening cleaning up the regs of food and wine!!

Ral you are a quick learner.

Thanks Nazaz for your lovely DH I will have to learn that quick smart.

It's been wonderful.

Gert
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: Emme on August 26, 2012, 10:17:21 am
Glad it all went well Gert and that everyone enjoyed the weekend.  It was lovely to see you all and looking forward to hearing more when everyone recovers.  Enjoy the bubbly, hope it helps the voice.
Hope you have a good trip home, you will certainly need a rest tomorrow.
Thank you Nazar for the video and thankyou Mr Nazar for posting it. 


Marie  :)
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: Aussie Brenda on August 26, 2012, 10:18:10 am
Have a good flight home Gert, thanks for all the updates it has been great if there is one next year they might have to limit numbers as I'm sure a lot of us will try to make it.
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: SueJen on August 26, 2012, 10:23:36 am
Just arrived home, first thing was to go onto our home computers and have another look at all the photos. Thanks Nazar the video was great. Jen has just registered too (Kelliejen) so she will be on soon. Once again the greatest weekend thanks all especially CP.
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: SueJen on August 26, 2012, 10:27:12 am
Hi Gert
Jen and I would love to be there with you. Enjoy having a few quiet drinks.
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: SueJen on August 26, 2012, 10:29:22 am
For little Amy

 :) ;) :D ;D 8) :-)) :P :-*:) ;) :D ;D 8) :-)) :P :-*:) ;) :D ;D 8) :-)) :P :-*:) ;) :D ;D 8) :-)) :P :-*:) ;) :D ;D 8) :-)) :P :-*:) ;) :D ;D 8) :-)) :P :-*:) ;) :D ;D 8) :-)) :P :-*:) ;) :D ;D 8) :-)) :P :-*:) ;) :D ;D 8) :-)) :P :-*:) ;) :D ;D 8) :-)) :P :-*:) ;) :D ;D 8) :-)) :P :-*
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: jeninwa on August 26, 2012, 10:38:08 am
I have been home a little while, thanks CP for organising such a fantastic weekend, I had the bestest time, so many story's and laughs, thanks everyone for a great weekend it was lovely putting faces to names.
Thanks Nazar and her DH for putting the up the video.
I will be there next year, for the next one.
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: faffa_70 on August 26, 2012, 10:43:36 am
Just arrived home, first thing was to go onto our home computers and have another look at all the photos. Thanks Nazar the video was great. Jen has just registered too (Kelliejen) so she will be on soon. Once again the greatest weekend thanks all especially CP.

she should have been JenSue lol  ;D ;D

Think we will have a couple more new members instead of lurkers after the weekend  ;) ;)

I am still on cloud 9999  :D
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: gertbysea on August 26, 2012, 10:44:18 am
Hi Gert
Jen and I would love to be there with you. Enjoy having a few quiet drinks.

I have the place almost to myself. We could liven it up.

Gert
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: Halex on August 26, 2012, 10:47:09 am
Gert, please pour me some bubbles :)

Loved meeting you, your actually very tame, LOL

H  :)
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: nazar on August 26, 2012, 10:51:13 am
hi gert  the email has not come through yet   
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: goldfish on August 26, 2012, 10:55:10 am
, your actually very tame, LOL

H  :)

Hally - I think you'll find Gert speaks softly  . . and carries a big stick . .!! ;)
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: kelliejen on August 26, 2012, 11:20:05 am
 :-)) have just been to introduce myself so here goes. Thanks to CP for organising a wonderful weekend and really enjoyed meeting everyone, if I could have sent suejen with helen and stayed home would have suited me fine, but boy am I glad I was made to go. Great house mates and shared some deep secrets, Jeninwa.
Gert. did enjoy meeting you even if you are not 6ft tall  :o
faffa   :-))  ;D  ;)  :) boy can you tell some tales.

But thank you all for very friendly weekend.
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: deedub on August 26, 2012, 11:21:14 am
Welcome back thermofesters! The video's not working for me and I'm dying of curiosity! Maybe it doesn't work in tapatalk.
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: gertbysea on August 26, 2012, 11:25:25 am
:-)) have just been to introduce myself so here goes. Thanks to CP for organising a wonderful weekend and really enjoyed meeting everyone, if I could have sent suejen with helen and stayed home would have suited me fine, but boy am I glad I was made to go. Great house mates and shared some deep secrets, Jeninwa.
Gert. did enjoy meeting you even if you are not 6ft tall  :o
faffa   :-))  ;D  ;)  :) boy can you tell some tales.

But thank you all for very friendly weekend.

What do you mean I am not 6ft tall?
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: SueJen on August 26, 2012, 11:29:42 am
sorry Gert I did tell Jen you're actually 6'2"
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: nazar on August 26, 2012, 11:30:48 am
deedub my husband will try and work out whats wrong





sorry he try on his phone it wont work either and tryed to do a few things to fix it but it still wont work
sorry dont know what else to do

Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: gertbysea on August 26, 2012, 11:34:08 am
Nazar I just resent it so should be good.

Ngert
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: jeninwa on August 26, 2012, 11:50:36 am
:-)) have just been to introduce myself so here goes. Thanks to CP for organising a wonderful weekend and really enjoyed meeting everyone, if I could have sent suejen with helen and stayed home would have suited me fine, but boy am I glad I was made to go. Great house mates and shared some deep secrets, Jeninwa.
Gert. did enjoy meeting you even if you are not 6ft tall  :o
faffa   :-))  ;D  ;)  :) boy can you tell some tales.

But thank you all for very friendly weekend.

I am very glad you came, who would have kept Sue-jen under control  :D ;D ;D
Lovely meeting you and being house mates My lips are sealed  :-X  :-X :-X
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: Amy :-) on August 26, 2012, 11:53:17 am
I just got home from the best weekend ever. Absolutely bloody fantastic. Put me down for the next one!! ;D

Thank you so much all you wonderful people. You're amazing. I felt like I knew you before, but now you feel even more like family.

 :-* :-* :-*

Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: Amy :-) on August 26, 2012, 11:53:46 am
For little Amy

 :) ;) :D ;D 8) :-)) :P :-*:) ;) :D ;D 8) :-)) :P :-*:) ;) :D ;D 8) :-)) :P :-*:) ;) :D ;D 8) :-)) :P :-*:) ;) :D ;D 8) :-)) :P :-*:) ;) :D ;D 8) :-)) :P :-*:) ;) :D ;D 8) :-)) :P :-*:) ;) :D ;D 8) :-)) :P :-*:) ;) :D ;D 8) :-)) :P :-*:) ;) :D ;D 8) :-)) :P :-*:) ;) :D ;D 8) :-)) :P :-*

I knew you could do it ;)
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: SueJen on August 26, 2012, 11:55:08 am
THE FAREWELL(http://img.tapatalk.com/95879344-005f-5b8c.jpg)(http://img.tapatalk.com/95879344-0071-6cf2.jpg)(http://img.tapatalk.com/95879344-0083-f28a.jpg)
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: SueJen on August 26, 2012, 11:57:38 am
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Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: judydawn on August 26, 2012, 12:09:35 pm
The video works for me on my laptop and through Safari on the iPad but not through Tapatalk.  I had forgotten about the teeth and must admit I didn't even notice them for a while, just accepted you looked like that before it became obvious you all looked the same. I hope your GD gets a laugh Chookie.
I imagine you all have sore jaws from the amount of laughing you did over the weekend.  Will life ever be the same now that you have all made new friends.  What a great occasion and well done to you all for pulling it off with the help of the now famous CP and all her helpers.
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: dede on August 26, 2012, 12:21:39 pm
Yep links work from safari, love the teeth, looks like you all remembered your toothbrushes as your teeth are nice and white :D
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: Amy :-) on August 26, 2012, 12:22:35 pm
SueJen remembered hers Mandi but she didn't brush them this morning :-)) ;D
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: Halex on August 26, 2012, 12:26:22 pm
Amy, have you eaten?!?!?
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: nazar on August 26, 2012, 12:29:55 pm
thanks Gert, here is the vid you sent me....

husband graciously put it up the right way (it was upside down  ;D

hope you like it,


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FzuxnTMoWoU&feature=youtu.be
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: Amy :-) on August 26, 2012, 12:31:54 pm
Amy, have you eaten?!?!?

LOL Hally ;D ;D ;D

Steamed vegetables and fish for my dinner. Then I had some fruit :D
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: cookie1 on August 26, 2012, 12:39:03 pm
I'm home after having dropped travellers Gert and Michele at the airport. Thanks for the company on the trip up girls.

What a fabulous weekend we have all had. I shared a house with the most wonderful people who helped make my weekend very very special. Thanks Ral, Chookie, Gert, and Tenina. I am slightly hoarse from the talking. (no wonder I have 12000 posts).

Thank you everyone for your friendship and the fun. Thanks CP all your organisation and please can I put my name down for the next one?

Gert I heard all that snoring upstairs last night too. Funny there was only the 3 of us up there too.

DD I also drank more over the weekend than I have done for some time.  Your choc/cherry whatever's are so nice.

Girls, all that cleaning "......(Jeninwa, sue/ Jen ) you were ever so busy. Wasn't there anyone else in your house to help you?

I stayed up later than I have done for some time and loved it. I will probably sleep well tonight.

Thanks again everyone for a very memorable weekend.  Xxxxx
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: Amy :-) on August 26, 2012, 12:45:50 pm
I just looked through my goodie bag...

MY CRIO BRU IS NOT THERE!!! :'(
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: cecilia on August 26, 2012, 12:46:38 pm
McMich by herself, Rainbow, Sue-Purrb and Hough
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: dede on August 26, 2012, 12:55:08 pm
I just looked through my goodie bag...

MY CRIO BRU IS NOT THERE!!! :'(
Oh no Amy, who stole it? :)
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: cecilia on August 26, 2012, 12:56:54 pm
Thanks DD for the pic of Col's Place housemates:
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: cecilia on August 26, 2012, 01:01:34 pm
Travelling companions, Meagan, Emerald Sue and cecilia:

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Post by: cecilia on August 26, 2012, 01:06:04 pm
Thank you SueJen:
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Post by: Amy :-) on August 26, 2012, 01:07:35 pm
I just looked through my goodie bag...

MY CRIO BRU IS NOT THERE!!! :'(
Oh no Amy, who stole it? :)

WHAAA, I don't know!!!! :'(

HOW could I lose it? I wasn't even DRINKING!
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: jeninwa on August 26, 2012, 01:11:15 pm
I just looked through my goodie bag...

MY CRIO BRU IS NOT THERE!!! :'(
Oh no Amy, who stole it? :)

Tenina was asking this morning at our farewell, if anyone was missing there goodie bag from her.
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: nazar on August 26, 2012, 01:14:10 pm
 and tenina  also asked when they were given out on firday night  if everyone had one
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: jeninwa on August 26, 2012, 01:18:20 pm
Girls, all that cleaning "......(Jeninwa, sue/ Jen ) you were ever so busy. Wasn't there anyone else in your house to help you?

There's photo's of Helen doing all the vacuming  and sweeping on this thread  Cookie.
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: cecilia on August 26, 2012, 01:20:28 pm
SueJen and Helen:
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Post by: cecilia on August 26, 2012, 01:23:49 pm
Gathering at KneeDeep
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: gertbysea on August 26, 2012, 01:26:42 pm
Girls, all that cleaning "......(Jeninwa, sue/ Jen ) you were ever so busy. Wasn't there anyone else in your house to help you?

There's photo's of Helen doing all the vacuming  and sweeping on this thread  Cookie.

Are there no photos of Ros cleaning?

Gert
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: Amy :-) on August 26, 2012, 01:33:31 pm
and tenina  also asked when they were given out on firday night  if everyone had one

Thanks Michelle, but I did have one on Friday night.

I just looked through my goodie bag...

MY CRIO BRU IS NOT THERE!!! :'(
Oh no Amy, who stole it? :)

Tenina was asking this morning at our farewell, if anyone was missing there goodie bag from her.

Bummer, I must not have heard that bit... probably too busy talking :-[
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: SueJen on August 26, 2012, 01:35:06 pm
We did need a supervisor Gert
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Post by: gertbysea on August 26, 2012, 01:37:32 pm
We did need a supervisor Gert

Of course!
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: Mama Fergie on August 26, 2012, 01:39:43 pm
Loved all the photos and the video. Can now put faces to the names.... So cool
Seemed to be an amazing weekend in a lovely part of Oz  :)
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: SueJen on August 26, 2012, 01:41:47 pm
How are you holding up Gert or what is holding you up???
You must be pretty bored
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Post by: Amy :-) on August 26, 2012, 01:45:46 pm
LOL ;D
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: Tenina on August 26, 2012, 01:47:09 pm
I just looked through my goodie bag...

MY CRIO BRU IS NOT THERE!!! :'(

Oh no AMY…I was asking around this morning and ended up giving the bag to CP for her daughter…. so sorry…

Hope you are all tucked up and eating lots by now! :D
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: gertbysea on August 26, 2012, 01:47:26 pm
Nah I am good. Recharging my iPad. Bloody Mary or  two. Snacks. A glass or two of Bubbles and only 3 hours to go till flight time. Reading my  Kindle. And watching the forum. Pig in poo.

Gert
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: SueJen on August 26, 2012, 01:48:44 pm
AMY - it isn't crio bru it's the wonderful choc covered cocoa beans
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: Amy :-) on August 26, 2012, 01:51:25 pm
I just looked through my goodie bag...

MY CRIO BRU IS NOT THERE!!! :'(

Oh no AMY…I was asking around this morning and ended up giving the bag to CP for her daughter…. so sorry…

Hope you are all tucked up and eating lots by now! :D

Thats okay Tenina, its my own silly fault for talking too much! :-))

I am nearly in bed, just doing the menu plan for the week using the book CP gave us in the goodie bag ;D And yes, I had a big dinner of steamed vegetables! :D

AMY - it isn't crio bru it's the wonderful choc covered cocoa beans

Yeah, that. The goodie that I don't have... :-))
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: cookie1 on August 26, 2012, 01:59:29 pm
Girls, all that cleaning "......(Jeninwa, sue/ Jen ) you were ever so busy. Wasn't there anyone else in your house to help you?

There's photo's of Helen doing all the vacuming  and sweeping on this thread  Cookie.

My sincere apologies Helen, I have now looked at all the photos and I saw you hard at work. Want a job at my house? You look very capable.
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: Tenina on August 26, 2012, 02:00:23 pm
Just gotta tell you all what a wow of a weekend it was, please go and post pics, and comments on  http://www.facebook.com/cookingwithtenina (http://www.facebook.com/cookingwithtenina) as well, so that all my fun followers can see what they could be a part of if they joined us next year…

talked Jen’s ear off on the way home, totally tired out, still under the weather, so off to bed with a big silly grin, thinking about my roomies goings on…they were all priceless…Gert you are one of a kind. Jean, you are amazing and Bess and Ral are the original Darby and Joan in oz and real darlings…
Safe travels if you are still on your way…(lay off the gin Gert) and see you all as soon as possible
xxx

(quiet toast to new life long friends!)

OH, and Denise you are a trooper and we all love you!
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: CreamPuff63 on August 26, 2012, 02:34:33 pm
OH, and Denise you are a trooper and we all love you!
Well I heard that Hough as in cough somehow missed out on being with DH on their wedding anniversary and I think she should wear the Trooper hat  ;)
Chookie, Ral and myself enjoyed a nice selection of nibblies for tea and a couple of glasses of dregs and are sitting here having a few laughs over the postings. I had a mini iPad lesson from chookie and can't wait to go shopping this week (you naughty sweeties for catching me by surprise like that) I will be able to post lots of pics more easily now once I get it cranking  :-* :-* :-* The book I will always treasure and your words from each of you are inspiring. The salad servers are just divine and I will think I am the Queen of all salad makers when I put them with a salad (tho I will only use them at my house so I do not mislay them  ;))
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: sue_purrb on August 26, 2012, 02:43:55 pm
Off to bed for me too, as it's work tomorrow.....back to earth with a thud!!

Just like to add my congratulations and thanks to CP for such a fantastic job of bringing her wonderful idea to fruition.
It was such a pleasure to meet so many genuinely warm-hearted and fun-loving people. I feel privileged to have been included in the group, and to have made so many friends.
Sincere appreciation to the lovely people who travelled interstate to be with us, that is true dedication (or decadence  :D), and the experience was much richer for having you there.

A special thanks, too, to my housemates, the gorgeous Nazar, Kezza and Hough ( as in cough).   ;)
You were so friendly and easy going. I enjoyed our chats and laughter, and cherished every minute.   :-*

Should we do it all again? Hell yeah!!!   ;D


Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: gertbysea on August 26, 2012, 02:50:46 pm
Off to bed for me too, as it's work tomorrow.....back to earth with a thud!!

Just like to add my congratulations and thanks to CP for such a fantastic job of bringing her wonderful idea to fruition.
It was such a pleasure to meet so many genuinely warm-hearted and fun-loving people. I feel privileged to have been included in the group, and to have made so many friends.
Sincere appreciation to the lovely people who travelled interstate to be with us, that is true dedication (or decadence  :D), and the experience was much richer for having you there.

A special thanks, too, to my housemates, the gorgeous Nazar, Kezza and Hough ( as in cough).   ;)
You were so friendly and easy going. I enjoyed our chats and laughter, and cherished every minute.   :-*

Should we do it all again? Hell yeah!!!   ;D




You bet  sue_purrb.

Gert
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: meganjane on August 26, 2012, 03:20:52 pm
Well, I'm putting my name down for ThermoRetreatFest 2013! I'm gong come hell, high water or husbands changing their bloody minds!
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: Frozzie on August 26, 2012, 04:57:19 pm
Just had to come and see how the weekend ended...sounds like you all had a ball.. Lol mj.. Would love to come next year too.. Will be in country 😄 although if all goes well will get to meet a few before then in syd come nov!

CP Sounds like a weekend well worth all your efforts and others involved..loved the updates and photos.. Great to hear everyone got on so well..😊

Oh and what MM said 😄😄😄
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: gertbysea on August 26, 2012, 08:12:51 pm
Arrived in Brisbane at 0500. Just a short wait until 0700 for my flight to Cairns.

Beef cheeks  for dinner. Delicious.

(http://img.tapatalk.com/9587936c-7542-13a5.jpg)
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: gertbysea on August 26, 2012, 08:14:05 pm
(http://img.tapatalk.com/9587936c-7580-a35f.jpg)

Nazar wins for best dressed.
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Post by: gertbysea on August 26, 2012, 08:14:57 pm
(http://img.tapatalk.com/9587936c-75b7-fda5.jpg)

CP and chookie
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: fundj&e on August 26, 2012, 08:15:37 pm
its been a long day for u gert, did u get any sleep on the plane ?
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Post by: gertbysea on August 26, 2012, 08:15:43 pm
(http://img.tapatalk.com/9587936c-75e8-e5ee.jpg)

Gert in pain.
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: gertbysea on August 26, 2012, 08:17:07 pm
(http://img.tapatalk.com/9587936c-762c-ac90.jpg)

Beautiful decanter. How appropriate.
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: gertbysea on August 26, 2012, 08:17:48 pm
(http://img.tapatalk.com/9587936c-7668-26bb.jpg)

Very dashing
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Post by: gertbysea on August 26, 2012, 08:19:06 pm
(http://img.tapatalk.com/9587936c-76ac-5e78.jpg)

Sampling nuts and grains.
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: gertbysea on August 26, 2012, 08:20:40 pm
(http://img.tapatalk.com/9587936c-770d-5951.jpg)

Who's a chicken
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: gertbysea on August 26, 2012, 08:46:13 pm
More food in the lounge  including a selection of dried fruit.(http://img.tapatalk.com/95879244-7ca5-fe34.jpg)

Orchid in the loo.

(http://img.tapatalk.com/95879244-7cbf-efed.jpg)

Should I?

(http://img.tapatalk.com/95879244-7d17-ed40.jpg)
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: Emme on August 26, 2012, 09:42:54 pm

Yeah, why not!!

Marie   ;D
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: achookwoman on August 27, 2012, 12:04:46 am
Gert, glad you are travelling well.  Plenty of time to post photos. !!! 
CP took us out to see more of this beautiful part of Margaret River yesterday.  Yana,  CP's daughter, Ral and I went to the Cheekey Monkey Winery for lunch.  New winery, crowded with families enjoying a a Sunday lunch.  We are staying with CP,  who is a generous and considerate host.  Looking forward to seeing a bit more today and then staying in Freo. For a few days. 

Hope everyone got home OK.

THANKYOU W. AUSTRALIANS  FOR YOUR HOSPITALITY.
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: cookie1 on August 27, 2012, 01:52:37 am
Believe me Chookie it was our absolute pleasure, and I know I speak for everyone.

I haven't stopped talking about it yet, I think DH is getting a little bored or fed up.

Gert you will be home by now. I hope everything went well. Thanks for the latest set of photos.

It has been such a pleasure to meet all the "tother siders" and West Aussies.

A BIG THANK YOU TO MY HOUSEMATES AS YOU MADE IT EVEN MORE SPECIAL. (gorgeous Chookie, the wonderful Ral, the amazing Gert, and the all round exciting, informative, gorgeous, cook book author, crio bru girl Tenina. (oops nearly forgot thermal cooker extraordinaire) I so enjoyed the round table tea/ coffee/drink chats and I learned so much from all of you. Special thanks to Gert for tidying my iPad icons. I will endeavour to keep it tidy now, in readiness for next year

Xxxxxxx to everyone.
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: obbie on August 27, 2012, 02:05:02 am
Video on you tube was great to put names and faces to..
thanks. :)
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: gertbysea on August 27, 2012, 02:05:38 am
Arrived home about  an hour ago, unpacked and about to hop into the shower.  DH taking me out for lunch.

You will laugh at this one, girl  from Myer rang and asked if I could model for the TS range of clothes on Sat and would I mind wearing a swim suit?  I said once  you see this uncovered body you may change your mind. Anyway gunna do it. Why not?When you are fat ya can't hide it no way so whY not  flaunt it. Gert  on the runway.  Funny as.  Miranda Kerr get yo skinny butt outta the way!  Here comes Gert.

Hoot hoot!

Gert

Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: obbie on August 27, 2012, 02:08:15 am
Why not Gert, go for it.

Is it in at Myers, or in the mall outside
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: Emme on August 27, 2012, 02:10:06 am

Fantastic Gert,

Marie
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: gertbysea on August 27, 2012, 02:18:21 am
Why not Gert, go for it.

Is it in at Myers, or in the mall outside

Oh goodness obbie I hope it  ain't outside! I'm not  that brave. Anyway Sat at 1200.

Gert
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: Halex on August 27, 2012, 02:27:55 am
Go Gurt,

What fun :)
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: Yvette on August 27, 2012, 02:31:47 am
Thats great Gert do you get free clothes? Make sure you take pics not necessarily of the swimsuit haha just joking
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: gertbysea on August 27, 2012, 02:43:21 am
I am having a look at some of the photos on the Computer and I am so sorry girls that they are cropped and chopped. They look so different on the iPad where you can scroll and see the whole photo. I am so so sorry. What a bummer as half the stuff is missing.

Gert
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: gertbysea on August 27, 2012, 02:50:13 am
Thats great Gert do you get free clothes? Make sure you take pics not necessarily of the swimsuit haha just joking

Might be hard taking pics. I think you may get a voucher for an item. Anyway it doesn't matter. ust a bit of fun.

Gert
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: courton on August 27, 2012, 02:51:54 am
Gert, I discovered this morning you can move the photos so you see all of the photo!! Try moving it sideways
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: goldfish on August 27, 2012, 02:53:30 am
Gert - isn't there a bar at the bottom of the sets of photographs that you can move to the right (or left) to see the rest of the photo in question?  It means (I think!) that you can't see the whole photo in one go . . but you can see it as you scroll across . . .hope that makes sense.
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: gertbysea on August 27, 2012, 03:41:03 am
Gert, I discovered this morning you can move the photos so you see all of the photo!! Try moving it sideways

I didn't notice . Thanks courton . I was so deflated and thought I had let everyone down.

Gert
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: judydawn on August 27, 2012, 03:58:02 am
I've been sliding the bar when viewing on the computer.  Gert the catwalk super model, great stuff.  Go get 'em Gert, you are braver than I 'll ever be.
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: ThermomixBlogger on August 27, 2012, 04:07:25 am
Gretchen, glad to hear you are back safe and sound! Thanks for ALLLLLLLLLL those photos and the video of course which did put names to faces as others have said.

Right now I am envisioning you as a swimsuit model  :-)) and thinking that you should also wear the Cleopatra headpiece which you modeled so fittingly at the retreat.  :o :D :-)) :-* Would definitely be the most memorable fashion show ever staged by TS. LOL. ;D :D ;D

I'm sure SOMEONE in the audience will know enough to use your ipad to take a video while you strut yer stuff.  ;)
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: gertbysea on August 27, 2012, 04:14:37 am
Gretchen, glad to hear you are back safe and sound! Thanks for ALLLLLLLLLL those photos and the video of course which did put names to faces as others have said.

Right now I am envisioning you as a swimsuit model  :-)) and thinking that you should also wear the Cleopatra headpiece which you modeled so fittingly at the retreat.  :o :D :-)) :-* Would definitely be the most memorable fashion show ever staged by TS. LOL. ;D :D ;D

I'm sure SOMEONE in the audience will know enough to use your ipad to take a video while you strut yer stuff.  ;)

Hi Helene. Glad you popped by. You may have heard the rumour about us coming up to your place from Mexico City. Got a recipe for us?
Everyone wants to thank you for the great stickers and super scrubbies.

Can you imagine wanting a short fat old lady to walk the walk. I may have to take my walking frame with me. I think it is soooooo funny. At least I will be among  other plus sized women.


You would have loved the ThermoFest 2012  forum style.

Gert
Gert
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: Emme on August 27, 2012, 04:44:14 am

Glad your home safely Gert.

All the photos were great.  Thank you


Marie  :)
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: cookie1 on August 27, 2012, 04:48:54 am
Gert you would only have to open your mouth and you will leave Elle and Miranda Kerr for dead. Go girl.
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: obbie on August 27, 2012, 04:49:57 am
Photos and names were great.. :)
Loved Nazzars you tube video
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: cookie1 on August 27, 2012, 04:53:54 am
Gert was so sweet to take it wasn't she? Nazar's DH to be able to put it up for us.
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: astarra on August 27, 2012, 05:10:47 am
Thanx to all involved in putting up photos, vidoes and names!!  :D
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: cookie1 on August 27, 2012, 05:17:21 am
Folks who were at the forum I seem to have two of my gifts left that I shouldn't have. If you missed out and want one pm me and I'll send it to you.
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: Amy :-) on August 27, 2012, 05:43:11 am
Gertie, I'm glad to hear you get home safely :) Good luck with modelling, hopefully they're not as diappointed as SueJen when they realise how tall you're not :-))
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: gertbysea on August 27, 2012, 05:48:43 am
Gertie, I'm glad to hear you get home safely :) Good luck with modelling, hopefully they're not as diappointed as SueJen when they realise how tall you're not :-))

LOL!
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: Cornish Cream on August 27, 2012, 08:07:28 am
Good to hear you arrived home safely Gert. :)
Knock them dead when you walk the catwalk on Saturday.  ;) :D
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: gertbysea on August 27, 2012, 08:51:09 am
Good to hear you arrived home safely Gert. :)
Knock them dead when you walk the catwalk on Saturday.  ;) :D


It is quite possible if I fall off the runway on to a punter. LOL!

Gert
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: mcmich on August 27, 2012, 08:57:46 am
What great fun Gert. You look excellent in colour (the orange and red you wore on the weekend).
I can absolutely see why they would want you on the catwalk.
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: SueJen on August 27, 2012, 09:18:45 am
You will do great Gert just make sure you have a glass of wine in your hand.

I'm trying to set up a blog with photos and info from the weekend, would you mind if I used some of your photos I'll credit you of course.
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: SueJen on August 27, 2012, 09:23:12 am
As I said to Gert, I am trying to set up a blog. If anyone doesn't want their picture on it please let me know. I promise Jeninwa I'll not put THAT ONE of you on
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: cookie1 on August 27, 2012, 09:32:38 am
Oh now I want to see it Suejen. Love the new avatar.

Michele I'm glad you got home safely. Hope the flight was a good one.
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: mcmich on August 27, 2012, 09:38:38 am
I did have a good flight home. Window seat, no one beside me.
Got back to the Sydney, caught the shuttle bus to the carpark and found my battery flat.
I was about to ring NRMA when I saw a security fellow walk past with jumper leads, turns out he had a flat battery too. He charged his car and mine and I arrived home at 0130hrs.
l
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: jeninwa on August 27, 2012, 09:46:17 am
Love the new avatar sue, nice photo, I still have a few photo's to post of the weekend.
More than happy for you to post photo's of me on your blog except that one?
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: achookwoman on August 27, 2012, 09:47:10 am
Gert,  from now on,  you are my fashion consultant.  We would fly up to see you strut your stuff if we could,  but have a Birthday party that day.  BU.....    They will no doubt ask you again.

We have spent a lovely day with CP.  What a generous host.  We saw quite a bit of the extra work that CP does that isn't evident.  Organizing linen,  instructing the cleaner, putting out the rubbish bins,  messages to home owners and she is supposed to be also running her business.  

We are staying in a lovely apartment ,  Quest on the Peir in Freo.  Hope to catch up with Hally and family on Wednesday.

Glad everyone is home safe.  Cheers.
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: cookie1 on August 27, 2012, 09:47:30 am
Ooh Jen what were you up to?
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: Cornish Cream on August 27, 2012, 09:48:08 am
A flat battery is the pits Michele after a long journey :( Have you checked it this morning, as from experience, if it does it once, it will do it again. :-))
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: jeninwa on August 27, 2012, 09:48:50 am
Not saying
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: cookie1 on August 27, 2012, 09:50:01 am
Enjoy the rest of your stay Chookie. That is a lovely place, I noticed it the other day when Michele and I were touring.
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: mmsie on August 27, 2012, 09:51:49 am
Hey everyone,

Thanks for an awesome weekend and making me feel so welcome! I picked up soooo many tips and am pumped to have crammed all of your years of experimenting and knowledge in to 2 days! What a privilege.

Can I also add my thanks to CP who is just fabulous!

Take care everyone x Emma x
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: mcmich on August 27, 2012, 09:54:59 am
A flat battery is the pits Michele after a long journey :( Have you checked it this morning, as from experience, if it does it once, it will do it again. :-))
Yep CC. Think I left the internal light on. Such a dunce head.
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: Cornish Cream on August 27, 2012, 09:57:40 am
A flat battery is the pits Michele after a long journey :( Have you checked it this morning, as from experience, if it does it once, it will do it again. :-))
Yep CC. Think I left the internal light on. Such a dunce head.
At least you found the source of the problem :)
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: achookwoman on August 27, 2012, 10:27:14 am
MMSIE,  I have just tasted your goodie.   It is delicious.  Is the recipe posted.  ?     It was amazing how you fitted in so easily.  I hope we see/hear more of you.
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: Halex on August 27, 2012, 10:31:32 am
No its not posted but we ate some in our house & told her she had to post the recipe. She might come on as Wheres Wally, lol.  Just seen she has as her avatar.

Good one Em, lol. ;D

Chookie See you wednesday, morrican  rack of lamb is on the menu plan, is that OK. Thought I might try the zatar bread too :)

Will pm you

H :)
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: kezza on August 27, 2012, 10:36:43 am
Home from work and catching up on the photos.  Work was very droll today compared to my weekend! Thankyou everyone for a wonderful weekend.  It was such fun meeting you all.  Will look forward to catching up again.  A special thanks to Denise for everything and my housemates Michelle, Denise and Sue (so thoughtful, lovely and charming).  Also, a special thanks to Kylie for being so gracious to drive me down and back - my jaw hurts from smiling, laughing and talking :-* :-* :-*
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Post by: cookie1 on August 27, 2012, 10:37:09 am
Tenina had Michele's dukkah for lunch. It's on her Facebook thing a ma jig.
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Post by: achookwoman on August 27, 2012, 10:40:30 am
(http://img.tapatalk.com/9587936e-3ed7-5a4b.jpg)


This is our new 'home' for the next 4 days.  We have been given an upgrade.  Wow,  what a holiday.

We have just enjoyed afternoon tea from the Goodies bag.  I would like to thank the members who went to so much trouble.  BLUSH! BLUSH,  I can't remember who gave me these delicious goodies.  Is it possible to list names and goodies of those who are willing ?  I could start a new thread,  will try!!!  Judy and Cookie might sort me out if I mess up.
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: kezza on August 27, 2012, 10:46:24 am
and one more thing....thankyou all for your goodies.  That was great fun and everyone put so much thought into it.
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: nazar on August 27, 2012, 11:25:35 am
hey kezza
 we had your pototoe dish tonight l had to cook it in the electric frying pan
it was not as nice as your it kept on getting stuck
kids did not like it all the more for dh and l ,we loved it

l had such a great weekend and are ready and eager  for the next one
l am already thinking about my dress up outfit

thanks to my housemates hough ,sue purb and kezza  l had so much fun talking to you guys
and l will post the photos soon



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Post by: Tenina on August 27, 2012, 11:28:44 am
Good to hear you arrived home safely Gert. :)
Knock them dead when you walk the catwalk on Saturday.  ;) :D


It is quite possible if I fall off the runway on to a punter. LOL!

Gert

They should be so lucky! hahaha, wish I was going to see that one!

Gerts biggest fan! :D
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: Amy :-) on August 27, 2012, 11:43:29 am
I'm glad DFM is now home safe :-*

Hey everyone,

Thanks for an awesome weekend and making me feel so welcome! I picked up soooo many tips and am pumped to have crammed all of your years of experimenting and knowledge in to 2 days! What a privilege.

Can I also add my thanks to CP who is just fabulous!

Take care everyone x Emma x

I wondered when we were going to hear from you Em :) Love the avatar!! ;D
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: CreamPuff63 on August 27, 2012, 11:52:14 am

You will laugh at this one, girl  from Myer rang and asked if I could model for the TS range of clothes on Sat and would I mind wearing a swim suit?  



She must have seen that bedroom pic of you in the bed  :D Go for it, wish I could be there to clap and cheer!

PS. I did a little detour on the way home today and what do you know I ended up at the Apple store... I may be a little quiet tonight  ;)

Gretch can you post me some basic instructions on how to upload photo's direct? Chookie was giving me lessons last night but I think I need to write them down
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Post by: cookie1 on August 27, 2012, 12:16:37 pm
CP that is wonderful. I am so pleased. You will love it.
I use tapatalk for photos and find it very easy.
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: EmeraldSue on August 27, 2012, 12:31:18 pm
I made it home about 10.15 last night, exhausted but happy. Many thanks to Meagan for taking me to the airport, to my lovely housemates, and to CP for having a wonderful idea and following it through. It was a great weekend, and I met some lovely people.
Back to reality with a thud this morning as I unpacked and cleaned up. The family survived without me, but DH is exhausted too LOL
I had a yummy lunch with JD today, as I had some things for her, including all her goody bag items. It was lovely to see her and tell her about the weekend.  :)
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Post by: cookie1 on August 27, 2012, 12:37:54 pm
How kind of you to take them over ES. I'm glad you got home safely. It was lovely to meet you.
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Post by: judydawn on August 27, 2012, 01:05:07 pm
Today I had a visit from the lovely ES who came all the way from the other side of town to deliver my goodies basket.  How special do you think I felt that all the beautiful gifts found their way to my house and yet my gift is still sitting in the cupboard.  I was able to give Sue a few packets and anyone and everyone who visits will go home with some as well.  

We had a quick lunch and chat about the retreat before I had to leave for my daily visit to the hospital but we could have talked for a couple hours more aye Sue?  

Thanks everyone for your contribution to the bags, I went through it with Sue but will be doing so again shortly and I was amazed at the various ideas that people came up with to make this bag so interesting.  Well done everyone and thank you again Sue for your visit - after a hectic weekend I know you would have had plenty to do at home without having to make a special trip down here.  I appreciate it so much.  :-* :-* :-*



Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: Amy :-) on August 27, 2012, 01:08:57 pm
ES, I'm glad you made it home safely :)

Enjoy your goodie bag Judy, its the least you deserve :-*
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Post by: achookwoman on August 27, 2012, 01:19:44 pm
Judy,  we all found ES to be a very special person.  It doesn't surprise me that she made an effort to bring the goodies to you.  Thanks Runaround sue.  ( this is what Ral calls Sue).
Judy we hope you enjoy the Goodies, you may like to check to see who they are from.  I have started a thread  where retreater may post what they made.  Ral and I had afternoon tea and them Dinner from the Goodies  bag !!!!
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: gertbysea on August 27, 2012, 09:24:43 pm
What great fun Gert. You look excellent in colour (the orange and red you wore on the weekend).
I can absolutely see why they would want you on the catwalk.

I am glad to see you got home ok. How was your flight and then the drive?

I think they just needed a " senior" to  add to the balance of young chicks!!

Gert
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: gertbysea on August 27, 2012, 09:26:55 pm
You will do great Gert just make sure you have a glass of wine in your hand.

I'm trying to set up a blog with photos and info from the weekend, would you mind if I used some of your photos I'll credit you of course.

Great idea . Go for your life. No need for credit as most were crap.

Gert
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: gertbysea on August 27, 2012, 09:30:27 pm
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This is our new 'home' for the next 4 days.  We have been given an upgrade.  Wow,  what a holiday.

We have just enjoyed afternoon tea from the Goodies bag.  I would like to thank the members who went to so much trouble.  BLUSH! BLUSH,  I can't remember who gave me these delicious goodies.  Is it possible to list names and goodies of those who are willing ?  I could start a new thread,  will try!!!  Judy and Cookie might sort me out if I mess up.

What a pity they did not give you a room with a view!!

Gert
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: gertbysea on August 27, 2012, 09:40:57 pm

You will laugh at this one, girl  from Myer rang and asked if I could model for the TS range of clothes on Sat and would I mind wearing a swim suit?  



She must have seen that bedroom pic of you in the bed  :D Go for it, wish I could be there to clap and cheer!

PS. I did a little detour on the way home today and what do you know I ended up at the Apple store... I may be a little quiet tonight  ;)

Gretch can you post me some basic instructions on how to upload photo's direct? Chookie was giving me lessons last night but I think I need to write them down



Have you downloaded  Tapatalk HD. Registered and got to,the forum?

We can go,from there.
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: Katiej on August 27, 2012, 10:36:53 pm
Judy I was so pleased to hear your goodie bag made it to you. How wonderful it would be to go through it. From the pictures it looks like everyone was very generous & imaginative with their gifts.

ES you are a gem taking it to JD,  what a lovely thing to do.
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: judydawn on August 28, 2012, 12:06:20 am
In regard to the goodie bag, I didn't want to mention the special envelope I found in there until I got to the bottom of who, what, how come. ;)  To all those who contributed to this little surprise I want to say a heartfelt thank you but also tell you off at the same time ;D  Thank you all so much, I know it is difficult to stop people with big hearts doing what they want to do and forum members are known for their generosity and compassion.   You are too kind and I am blessed to know you all.  

Those who were not at the retreat but have posted messages of love and support - I thank you too.

(http://www.desicomments.com/dc2/02/178565/178565.jpg) (http://www.desicomments.com/love/thanks-for-being-in-my-life-3/)
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: obbie on August 28, 2012, 12:17:22 am
Judy, glad ES was able to catch up, also great news Geoff is getting better. :)

Take care
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Post by: cookie1 on August 28, 2012, 01:37:16 am
Dear Judy
I do hope you had as much pleasure and fun delving in to your goodie bag as we did. I'm so glad you loved the special envelope too. I was in panic mode at one stage as I thought I had lost it. So glad I didn't. Special envelopes are so hard to decorate or not decorate as the case may be. :-* :-* :-* :-*
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: gertbysea on August 28, 2012, 02:17:17 am
Stop with the thanks JD you are family.

ES is a great gal.

Gert
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: cookie1 on August 28, 2012, 03:39:31 am
Stop with the thanks JD you are family.

ES is a great gal.

Gert

Yes I do agree. Much happier, nicer and caring than some families.
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: Amy :-) on August 28, 2012, 03:55:23 am
I love our forum family, everyone is very special and wonderful :D
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: rainbow on August 28, 2012, 06:50:33 am
Well finally got on the forum, as I am doing a bit of travelling after the fantastic weekend we had I am a bit late catching up, thanks to everyone on the weekend, I think everyone was great and so so friendly and it was such fun especially the bus tour and the cocktails before lunch. We did well with the weather because a few showers have come through since then, love to all   Gill :) :) :) :)



I agree with Amy  xxxxxxxx

I love our forum family, everyone is very special and wonderful :D
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: kelliejen on August 29, 2012, 03:14:24 am
was great to meet another from our area Gill :)
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: Tasty on August 29, 2012, 03:54:16 am
Thanks for all the pics and comments. It was great to see it all and particulary the video where we can put faces to names.
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: cookie1 on August 29, 2012, 06:51:23 am
Where are you off to rainbow? I heard you were travelling.
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: CreamPuff63 on August 29, 2012, 08:17:44 am
(http://img.tapatalk.com/cbcec83e-bec3-1a01.jpg)

Thank you all so much for coming and making it the special weekend it was. My treasured gifts to remind me that this forum needs converted recipes all the time, it's best to serve a salad with a classy pair of salad servers, and there is no way that you'll get rid of me now I can carry the iPad everywhere and take photos to upload here. Thank you sooooo much, it was unexpected but very much appreciated, and I'll be thinking fondly of you all when I use them xxx
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: mcmich on August 29, 2012, 08:25:42 am
I'll be interested in what you think of Under The Walnut Tree CP?
I had a quick flick through and it looked to have some lovely recipes.
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: cookie1 on August 29, 2012, 08:48:59 am
I must confess that I have hardly looked at the book you kind girls gave me. I want to sit down and not be interrupted. Any day now. :-\
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: cecilia on August 29, 2012, 11:49:37 pm
I too am home safely now.  Time to rest after the red-eye then 6am flight home.  It was very invigorating to come over and see the sights in the west, meet so many lovely people and get about a bit.  Thank you to all.  :)
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: nazar on August 30, 2012, 05:41:35 am
l have been changing things around in my house now l cant find my card reader
 so l will post photos of weekend when l find it
 
suejen you are welcome to use them when l post them
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: SueJen on August 30, 2012, 07:59:31 am
Thanks Nazar that would be great
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: gertbysea on August 30, 2012, 08:01:39 am
I might have a few more I could email.

Gert
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: SueJen on August 30, 2012, 08:03:30 am
great gert - allprint2@bigpond.com
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: judydawn on August 30, 2012, 08:57:49 am
Was I supposed to send my photo to that email address SueJen?
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: SueJen on August 30, 2012, 09:52:26 am
No JD already downloaded from site
Thanks
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: nazar on August 30, 2012, 11:31:33 am
thanks suejen  for using my forum name l like to remain  a bit anonymous on the net

but face to face thats a different matter

Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: jeninwa on August 30, 2012, 12:08:20 pm
I've got some photo's too SJ I will email them to you soon, do what you want with them. :D
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: SueJen on August 30, 2012, 01:51:55 pm
Only using forum names nazar
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: achookwoman on August 31, 2012, 11:14:31 pm
Have arrived home safe.  While we were enjoying the mild W.A  weather ,  it had snowed twice here.    It is 8 am now and  0 .
Ral and I both had a fantastic time,  thanks to the kindness of the Thermomites at the retreat.  Many thanks to you all. 
Have just unpacked the Goodies.  Better than Christmas !!!  I can see the thought that has gone into each gift.  Thanks to those who chose a bloke goodie for Ral,  when a girlie one was not appropriate. 
I do hope there will be another Thermofest.  It will be different, but because of the goodwill,  just as good.  CP,  you did a wonderful job in Organizing it.  Thanks to all. 
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: gertbysea on September 01, 2012, 12:06:20 am
Last one home safely. Well done.

Gert
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: Amy :-) on September 01, 2012, 12:09:51 am
Glad to hear you are both home safe Chookie :-*
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: Halex on September 01, 2012, 12:31:52 am
Glad your both home safe.

Snow :o :o :o

H :)
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: judydawn on September 01, 2012, 01:46:18 am
Yes we always like to know when our kids get home safely.  I am just so happy that fellow forum lovers got to meet you at last Chookie and loved you as much as we do. :-* :-*
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: jeninwa on September 01, 2012, 01:59:48 am
Please to hear you are both home safe and sound, lovely meeting you both Mr & Mrs Chookie :)
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: CreamPuff63 on September 18, 2012, 03:44:05 pm
I had to download bas an ebook "under the walnut tree" as I will try to convert as many recipes as I can and by doing so will  be easier xox
Thank you everyone for this beautiful book, the authors are very talented - a bit like Sam and Bella from Mastechef I think




Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: kezza on September 19, 2012, 10:43:35 am
Thankyou for YOUR beautiful book CP - I am having fun going through it and trying recipes I hadn't tried before.  Also, I am using my Varoma a lot more too :)
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: CreamPuff63 on September 19, 2012, 10:51:38 am
That's great kezza It's good to hear that it's being used. Am sure you will have a lot favorites of your own in there.
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: cookie1 on October 01, 2012, 12:12:56 pm
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ES I have at last used your cute little flowers you gave us. DD's work is having a cook a thon to raise money for some good cause. Here is our contribution.
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: EmeraldSue on October 01, 2012, 12:23:59 pm
They look terrific. I'm glad you could put them to good use
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: judydawn on October 01, 2012, 12:24:29 pm
The cakes look lovely Cookie, nice decorating. I'm saving mine for my GD's birthday at the end of December - it's our favourite flower.
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: CreamPuff63 on October 01, 2012, 12:33:14 pm
Gorgeous cookie!
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: gertbysea on October 01, 2012, 12:36:00 pm
Great stuff cookie.

Gert
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: jeninwa on October 01, 2012, 12:42:08 pm
They look to good to eat  Cookie :) :) :) Saving my flowers till my friends birthday.
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: Amy :-) on October 01, 2012, 01:55:56 pm
They look magnificent Cookie :D

I don't want to use the flowers, they're too pretty ;D
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Post by: Yvette on October 02, 2012, 12:42:56 am
They look great Cookie  :)
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Post by: astarra on October 02, 2012, 12:46:00 am
Oh Cookie - too cute to eat!  :)
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: obbie on October 02, 2012, 12:48:37 am
looks good cookie.
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: kezza on October 02, 2012, 11:26:09 am
Just gorgeous cookie.
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: CreamPuff63 on October 06, 2012, 08:36:48 am
Was at a winery having Lunch with DD when along comes the Bushtucker bus, and Silvano was driving. He remembered us of course and our group. They even had some of that MR bread to enjoy with their lunch  :D
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: cecilia on October 06, 2012, 08:40:47 am
Sweet memories and much gratitude to you and Silvano, CP!
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: gertbysea on October 06, 2012, 08:57:37 am
What fun CC.
Gert
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: CreamPuff63 on October 06, 2012, 10:33:59 am
Yep, that's him. They had another lovely lunch, and I also overheard  him talking about witchety grubs andd I think they were being passed around. He said they were better than Russian clavier. I was quite happy with those little bush berries thank you  :D
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: Greyhoundmum on October 06, 2012, 12:34:17 pm
I remember trying witchery grubs and some other ants while on a bush trip in Darwin. The ants were like fizzy lime but you have o bite the heads off before you put them on your tongue so they don't bite you. Once was enough!
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: judydawn on October 06, 2012, 12:48:17 pm
No, once is too many times GHM  :o :o
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: nazar on October 07, 2012, 03:22:23 am
 l have finally found my card reader so now l can upload the photos l took from the retreat
sorry that it has taken me so long , but at least it is done  now and not forgot about

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everyone who came on the retreat

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suepurb,nazar,kezza,hough at winery and nougat place

(http://i1139.photobucket.com/albums/n547/supernazar7/Elle%20TMX/P1020990.jpg)
nazar's  bazaars dress up


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hough, kezza sue purb,nazar

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nazars gift she won for the baraar dress up

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kellie jen, sue jen, helen

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halex ,emarald sue ,emmies , mrs k k

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goodies gift

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close up photo of nazar's prize  and it was so yummy , l did share it  and we love it

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a gift  from  nazar's husband  and kids which she brought to the retreat

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goodies gift

Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: cecilia on October 07, 2012, 03:30:01 am
Lovely pics, Nazar.  Thank you.
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: mcmich on October 07, 2012, 04:42:06 am
Lovely, photos nazzar.
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: Amy :-) on October 07, 2012, 04:45:35 am
Thank for the photos Nazar :)

I just saw Mmmsie in IGA!!! :o
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: Aussie Brenda on October 07, 2012, 05:14:55 am
Thanks Nazar, they were worth waiting for. 
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: obbie on October 07, 2012, 05:38:51 am
Great photos
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: Emme on October 07, 2012, 05:41:35 am
Thanks for sharing Nazar, lovely photos.

Marie  :)
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: achookwoman on October 07, 2012, 06:44:48 am
Nazar, thanks forthe photos.  brought back happy memories.
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: gertbysea on October 07, 2012, 07:02:25 am
Wow Nazar. Maybe Jen can put them in the album.

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Post by: judydawn on October 07, 2012, 07:32:33 am
Excellent photos nazar, never to late for photos.  I can see more clearly now why you won the dress up competition  :D :D  What a great basket of goodies you received for your effort.
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: Yvette on October 07, 2012, 08:41:23 am
Great photos Nazar
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: kezza on October 07, 2012, 10:53:22 am
Thankyou Nazar.  They are terrific photos of a wonderful weekend. :)
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: sue_purrb on October 07, 2012, 03:32:42 pm
Great pictures, Nazar.

I was in your neck of the woods last Wednesday, and as I was driving into town, I was thinking how nice it would be if I saw you....and then I did! You were driving the other way, towards the hospital. Would have preferred to bump into you on foot, and maybe go for a coffee, though.  :)
Sue
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: CreamPuff63 on October 08, 2012, 01:45:07 am
Loved the pics nazar. You must be working hard of late as you have only popped in briefly from time to time?
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: fundj&e on October 08, 2012, 05:56:12 am
Great photos  :)
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: nazar on October 08, 2012, 11:14:58 am
oh bummer    sue purb  it would of been great to have of meet you for a cuppa
l live on the same street as the hospital , l cant remember what l did on wednesday  but would of tryed to make time to see you

cp   our contracts have come through  finally , only waited about 3 years for them , so now l work more hours but try to log on as much as l can 

l love this forum  , your like family   and l cant wait to log on  to see whats happening 

 today l was disappointed as l wanted  to buy from  retravision in margaret river  a pizza maker but had no luck they had a breville one wrong sort

sue jen if you want you can use to photos do you need me to email them to you

Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: cookie1 on October 08, 2012, 11:43:30 am
Thanks Nazar. They are lovely.
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: SueJen on October 21, 2012, 01:54:10 am
Great photos Nazar, should be able to use OK, from thread, been away for awhile but will try to put on blog next week
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: Cuilidh on October 21, 2012, 08:54:48 pm
Is it possible to put names to faces in all the photos?

I've lost the blog - can you post the address of it again please.  Ta
Title: Re: Goings on from Margaret River
Post by: SueJen on October 24, 2012, 01:49:43 am
http://www.simplesite.com/suejen

is the blog