December 29th (Wednesday)

This picture is from me reminiscing about our "Aussie" Christmas.  I forget about my excitement over finding seashells on the beach, it was the first time ever for me.  Everyone of course was laughing at me because they were soo small (according to them) and told me to wait until Sydney because the shells were way bigger and nicer.  But I was excited and determined to pick as many as I could of THESE shells (Josh referred to me as a little kid).  When I returned with all of my discoveries and everyone was still teasing me, Georgie spoke up about her Canadian experience.  She said to everyone matter-of-factly that it's just like when people tell you not to stick your tongue onto a gate at wintertime when it is freezing.  So everyone asked what she meant.  And she said one day she was waiting for Aaron at the gate, wondering if this statement was true and stuck her tongue to the gate to test it out; of course us Canadians know how this turned out along now with Georgie :).     


Yesterday, December 28th, was a great day.  Georgie took us to a "cellar door" at the vineyard that she works at occasionally (Henry's Drive ).  It was such a great moment because Josh and I discovered that you don't have to work at a vineyard to sample wine.  You can go there for free and sample as many wines as you like, and not buy wine.  Then if you feel the need you can continue on down the road to the next vineyard, etc (Vineyards within 50 kms is at a minimum 100).  We sampled some and bought some - another day we will tour to the next cellar door.    

 This is how you buy wine directly from a vineyard - by the case ;)

 The various wines that you can sample ;) or buy:

In the evening we were invited out for tea at Georgie's parent's farm (John and Jenn).  We had a great visit and Josh fullfilled one of his Australian dreams - going for a "roo" hunt with Tim.    



I was in the yute cab with John and I had to close my eyes, me and Barney both were trying to hide under the seats (Georgie's dog).  I know they are like deer but I am definately not a hunter.
 

 The Proud Hunters:

Josh started work today with a local farmer.  He was running the header (combine) and was having a great time.  I did errands and am trying to find a vehicle.  I will start some sort of a job in the next few days hopefully.  Around here it is not the right time of year to pick fruit or work at the vineyards.  I have went along with Georgie to work a few days, picking onion flowers and dividing them into test tubes to extract the nectar (post pictures later).  If nothing comes up I will volunteer in the area for the next couple weeks.  There is always a need for volunteers at the local group home for disabled individuals and day care groups.  It is going to be an extremely hot New Years (40 plus) and not sure as of yet what our plans are.  We wish everyone a truly happy New Years and wish you all the best!! 

P.S. The next blog will come from Josh's farming experiences.