Statue of Liberty

Didn't sleep the best woke up 6.30 and thought would of slept better since only had about 3 hours on plane. Luckily we had breakfast included in price so had choice of 4 things so had mixed berries with Greek yoghurt with tea, juice and water. Luckily mum had been to my bank to explain that I was in USa so hopefully card would work nowwhich it did but would only let me get $100 out. It was then off to go do some exploring and walk to battery park past ground zero and Brooklyn bridge. Which took us about 45 minutes and 1st stop toilet then to get tickets and no queue but Ellis Island closed but can still do Statue of Liberty. You go through security and then you catch a ferry over to Liberty Island to see the Statue of Liberty. The ferry we were on was the 'Miss New York' to Liberty Island which only took a few minutes. When going over on the ferry you get amazing views of New York skyline and Liberty is stunning as you get up close. Once on Liberty Island first stop is to get our vocal tour device to listen to whilst walking round the island. We took but it is hard to concentrate on that with everything else going on around you. But I did get to find out some amazing facts about Statue of Liberty like the crowns seven rays suggest seven seas and seven continents. Also the torch and flame symbolises truth and justice enlightening the world and the statue conveys message of freedom. It it very impressive to look at and you feel small next it but it is 22 storey's tall and when built other buildings were only 5 storey's. the thickness of waist is 35 feet wide, right arm length 42 feet and one fingernail is length of my forearm. It is made of cooper about 2.5mm thick the same as two American pennies placed together. You can get very close to statue which is great for pictures and also since you are on island you get great views of the water. While on the Island there is a cute gift shop, cafeteria and ice-cream cart but I didn't buy anything whilst Debbie got a few things. It was then to get a drink and to queue for my free certificate which gets sent by email but Debbie didn't want one. I definitely would recommend visiting this wonderful monument as is very amazing. But wish had gone to the Statue of Liberty museum in the pedestal, however need to get tickets before you leave home. However to do the crown you need to get your tickets 3 months ahead of time, at least I know next time. We then wandered back round to the front of statue to get picture of us together. Then to get ferry back to battery park and got back about 12ish food pizza pretzel was ok. It was then to find the famous charging bull sculpture which took about 5 minutes was lots of people round it. It isn't just ant statue it is perhaps the one of the most popular statues in New York City, and perhaps the world having featured in a few films. The bronze figure of the bull preparing to charge measures 11 feet in height and weighs 7,00 pounds. We then continued walking up broadway stopped at century 21 a department store which offers up to 65% off retail price. So much choice at great prices is definitely worth a visit for anyone that wants to grab a bargain. But I only got a Ralph Lauren t-shirt only $18 but Debbie got a few things even some Clairns products. I didn't get any Clairns as bought a few in UK, but I did get a free 30 second facial and my skin felt so soft afterwards. Back to hotel then to drop things off and get changed as very warm so changed into my shorts. Then we continued walking up broadway bad idea as lots of shops to stop at this point Debbie's feet hurting so got some Toms. Walked past Macy's the works largest department store but resisted going in as doing big shopping spree on Thursday. Stop at Starbucks onroute for a drink off juice as this point quite thirsty and not really had much. Then we eventually got to a Times Square the most bustling square in New York. It is known for its many Broadway theatres, cinema and electronic billboards, an amazing place the lights were awesome. Our first was the M&M's world which is 3 floors of merchanise and obvisiously had to get M&M'S as different flavours like pretzel and coconut. It was then to the Hersey shop which as soon as you walk in you smell chocolate but unfortunately was only one floor. Then time for food and went to Hard Rock Cafe a lot bigger and busier than Sydney one reasonable prices nice atmosphere. Got back to room at 9.30pm only took about an hour to walk back a lot quicker than going. When got back not really tired watch TV eventually had shower 10.30 and couldn't get to sleep at first but eventually did.

Flying to New York

Monday 26th August woke up 5.30 to Tiagos alarm going off eventually got up at 6 and then Tiago left for the train station. I then finished sorting through a few things just making sure I had everything and taxi picked us up at 7. We had a little mini bus and ended up picking someone else onroute was abit off traffic so got to airport at 8. Had to queue to check in for about 30mins and when checked told no seats together but told to mention at boarding as might be able to change. Also couldn't believe it but my case only weighed 10kg that must be the lightest I have ever had. Trust Debbie to get body scanned and for a change I didn't get security searched. Then for breakfast just McDonalds had English muffin and hash brown which didn't really need but was nice. At boarding gate asked about seats together but unfortunately can't have so am 56J and and Debbie 49E so not even near each other. But then when got to boarding teared up our tickets and gave us new one which were together. So got 44 D and E which were very good seats right at the front so even had extra leg room, even better. We were supposed to depart at 10am but was an hour late leaving due to blocked toilet and waiting for food so missed our slot. First film decided to watch was 'The place beyond the pines' with Ryan Gosling and Ryan Cooper was just ok. Fell asleep before ending so had to watch it again then food had tomato, zucchini, olive and ricotta pasta was good. But the pudding dark chocolate mousse with salted caramel was too sweet so only ate half and obvisiously had wine but didn't get choice so ended up with Chardonnay. Next film to watch was 'Black Swan' which always wanted to see but never seen was a gripping ballet psychodrama. I then thought I best stretch my legs as been sat a while so got up and then watched episode of Arrow but could only watch one as seen other ones. It was then more food but only a small snack this time off pizza and weis mango ice cream bar very refreshing. Watched 'Olympus has fallen' next a excellent action sequence about when White House is captured by a terrorist. Time then for 'The Kings speech' was a charming story based on a true story but fell asleep for abit whilst watching. Was getting abit bored of watching films at this point so played 'who wants to be a millionaire' but unfortunately didn't win the million. I also listened to music and made my own playsuit off my favourite music. It was then breakfast had continental cereal and milk, as I knew I wouldn't eat the hot breakfast. Then watched 3 episodes of ' How I Met Your Mother' which were very entertaining and listened to music. Landed at LA at 7.10am was only a 13hr flight and probably only had 1/2 hrs sleep thought would of had more. At LA had to get off go through passport control, collect luggage and declare things forgot I had fruit on me, so taken off me. Then to recheck luggage in again and go through security have to take shoes off and go through body scanner. Normally when you fly you dont have to pick up and recheck luggage but was cause first stop in USA. It was then to gate but not boarding yet but had chance to take picture of airplane as different to normal as kangaroo wearing boxing gloves. Supposed to leave 9.10 but delayed due to flat tyre so listen to music and ended up departing at 11ish. Tried to watch 'Trance' which had me guessing saw 1st hour then kept nodding so had to rewatch ending. Lunch had salad of Cajun chicken but didn't like also normally like cheese but this one to soft and raspberry & almond slice only ate half. Decided against having wine this time as feeling quite thirsty so had appetiser instead. Then watched 'Admission' saw 45 minutes then asleep and expected it to be more funny than it was. Plane was very cold this time and air not on but at last this time could decline seat as no one behind us. The 5 hours went fast and looked like Debbie slept well but think I only had about an hour. Landed about 7ish so abit later than expected as supposed to land at 5.10pm and Debbie's luggage came straight off. But mine took forever so by the time we got out off the airport was 8 and couldn't get any money from ATM machine with my UK bank. Then how to get to hotel got taxi which took forever and he got lost got there just after 9 and taxi very expensive. Staying at the Soho Grand which looked nice only fault was that we had a queen bed and had expected two twins but unfortunately don't have. After check in was time to get food and found HSBC bank but still can't get money out so will have to get mum to go to UK bank to tell them in USA. So just had Burger King and then back to hotel and get map of New York to decide how to get to places. Have shower and found out free Internet very good but couldn't get to sleep at first eventually turned off light about 1ish.

Sick day and color run

Saturday 24th August not impressed had email this morning from PayPal to say now have to pay courier fee, which I did. As met Debbie at Rhodes after she sent her suitcase via Qantas courier service, which I will have to use if go home. So Debbie lent me some more money so I could dothe transfer and to,d if done before 11am did by 10.30 would be with me by 12noon. By 1pm had not arrived so decided would go to city to collect our color run packs. Got train to town hall as soon as got off persons flat I viewed when first looking recognised me small world. Then to collect our color run packs near Hyde park luckily wasn't busy so didn't take long. Then Debbie want to get some more Haigh's chocolate as will be last time she can get some before going home. Time for late lunch at KFC and then yoghurtland just opened on George St had coconut, mango & mango/guava pie my favourite was coconut. Train got back to Rhodes 4ish to Target first as Debbie need a few things and then to Coles as I need milk and bananas. When back still no reply about card starting to think its a con, the icing on the card will be if Katie doesn't arrive tomorrow. So once home not really sure what to do so ended up staying in and watched TV. I made tea homemade potato wedges which ended up taking longer that I expected had 7ish. Also we eventually had the wine which we bought at the easter only taking us nearly 6 months to open and was still as nice as remembered. Watched fantastic four silver surfer was good but not sure what happened as fell asleep on sofa. Didn't sleep the best think after 2ish kept waking up nearly after every hour and got up 6ish. Had email from paypal to say card would be delivered 8am today but had to email as wont be in at that time as doing color run. Had breakfast then caught train to central and wait for bus which took forever to arrive and then ages to get to Centennial Park. Once there had about 10 minute walk to walk and took a while to find Nat and Lou but eventually found them. The color run is inspired by the Hindu festival Holi, where it is tradition to throw natural coloured powders as the seasons change from winter to spring. Then time for the fun to begin the happiest 5km in the planet and get colourful, we were about the 5th/6th wave to go through. It works by each runner wearing white and as their pass each kilometre with a blast of color of completely harmless paint. During the 5km race you go though 4 different color stations blue, yellow, orange and pink. First one for us to pass is the blue who got us quite well, then yellow, orange and pink Nat took pictures after each color. From looking at me you wouldn't even of thought I went through the yellow and orange station but made up for it in the pink one. Was lots of fun and would definitely do it again ran abit but mainly walked as had to get going and had to stop for each station. During the 5km we lost Nat a few times as she seem to disappear in the crowd but we always eventually found her. Once over finish line we got a bottle of water and a colit bag I choose purple since not had it in run. After we had got our color bags time to find a space to throw them but me and Nat both got purple whilst Lou and Debbie both got yellow. We should of aimed to all get different colors and at end follish said I had some left so Debbie tipped it over me. Then time to join the crowd for the color throw was red but we had already done ours and only got abit. Lou and Nat then had to go so time for them to say their goodbyes to Debbie as last time to see her. So Me and Debbie had look round the stalls but unfortunately not many freebies. We then walked back to central which took us about 45 minutes just missed train so had to wait 25 minutes for next one. Got home about 1ish to wait for ATM card which never turned so emailed paypal who think is fraud. I then phoned paypal and western union who were no help and obvisiously Katie never turned up. Meeting Tiago tonight who came round to mine 6ish showed him all the PayPal and Katie emails, luckily had all western union transfers done. Decided that we had to go to police station was going to go to Strathfield one but just missed train. So ended up getting taxi and recommended going to Burwood police station as not sure if Strathfield open, so that's what we did. As soon as mentioned western union the police officer was like that's dodgy to stay well clear, which I know now. Also the police officer not sure if will be able to go anything since transactions to USA but will look into it. Was quite funny as asked what mine and Tiagos relationship was said boyfriend, which didn't realise. But Tiago had a good idea to go to police in New York when there and so glad that I had someone with me when I went. Got train back from Burwood to Rhodes and literally just made it in time but thought Tiago might miss as ticket not working but made it. Once home I knew I had to speak mum and dad which had been dreading but there knew something was wrong as been ignoring them. Where very understanding and even offered to lend me some money so that I can still enjoy New York and very happy Tiago came with me to police station. After speaking to them needed wine and Tiago had emailed all emailed to himself to send to police as not doing when I tried. By this time it was late so Tiago ended up staying and was nice to cuddle after the day I had.

Debbie's last week and work

Can't believe it has now come to Debbie's last week in Australia and feel guilty as cant do anything as no money. Was hoping would sleep after crawling into bed at 2ish didn't happen woke up in night and got up 8.30ish. Not really sure what to do so just chilled and left early for gym to go put some money in bank the change from transfer fee. Got to gym early to do my foam roller exercises and met with BJ at 11ish to go through more strength exercises. Did the sumo squat with bar, push up on bar and then one leg lunges with one leg up and weights. Ended up doing 2 different routines which consisted of 3 exercises 3 times which was good was good work out. Hone shower, lunch then go to work with Debbie lift busy so took walked up stairs. Still only open to 24 patients and 12 on my side had 1 discharge, 1 blood product and working with Michelle. A side definitely better than B our busy times was 5ish as had a few IV antibiotics to do rest of shift ok. Finish just before 10pm wait few minutes for Debbie not tired when home so have hot chocolate and good film on 'Just like heaven' bed midnight. Couldn't get to sleep at first and then woke up before my alarm at 5.30. Chilled in bed for abit then thought I best get up and still managed to arrive at work 15 minutes early. Work nice still on A side which not as busy as yesterday ended up taking blood with the educator. Which went well but still need more practice so was a nice shift and even got finished abit early. Realised that I can pay the outstanding Paypal fee if I transfer money from UK and Debbie going to lend me some more. Was tempted to go for a run but it never happened instead just went to Coles to get some food. For tea had sausage, mash and beans one of mine and dads favourite dishes in UK, but couldn't eat it all. Cooked the rest of the sausages off to make sausage pasta bake so food for work sorted this week. Was supposed to meet Tiago tonight but decided against until money and hopefully meet Sunday instead. So stayed in caught up on TV Neighbours, Home & Away, Masterchef gutted Lucy out as one off my favourites and only Pom in competition. Woke up ok this morning and even had time for cup of tea before work and still managed to be there early. Not team leader today which was nice did blood taking and line change which went well blood taking alot better but don't like line change. Later on got to disconnect a power PICC from line which took longer than expected. As had to check 1st with haematology nurse and had to hep-lock since patient previously had blockage. Then got to watch educator do the dressing it was then lunch and still managed to finish 15 minutes early. Didnt wait for Debbie to finish instead straight to bank to withdraw money and pay final bill at post office and met her there. Card supposed to arrive by 6pm but supposedly delivery already gone for the day so should come tomorrow instead. So went to city with Debbie as she wanted to get a few things before going home first stop Ugg where she got chocolate bailey boots. Next to Ripcurl shop so Debbie could get her suitcase and still want the cabin one but not til money sorted. Quick look in David Jones and saw more nice tops at maison scotch but didn't buy anything. Next food didn't like the Westfield food court too busy so went to Myer one had beef & black bean and new cupcake shop so got us one. Walked to central to try find internet cafe as Debbie need to print things off found 2 shops with internet but computers not working. Whilst waiting for train we ate our cupcakes which were ok but we said we had better. Home just before 10 watch legally blonde 2 and trust me to fall asleep on the sofa so eventually got to bed at 12. Woke up at 4am then back to sleep til alarm at 5.45, left for work early as thought Debbie want cake for work. But she decided against it but I decided that I fancied a juice but no juice bars open so just got one from Coles. Still at work 15 minutes early Kate had made chocolate sweetie cake as Dr Alan's last day on our ward. Was not happy at first as had swapped me to B side when been on A all week but wasn't as bad as I had expected. At 9am went to journal club but nearly finished as actual started at 8am not 9am as we were told so only caught the conclusion but was still good, so only gone 15 minutes. Thought doing bloods today but was actually none for me to do which was a shame as want to get signed off now. Had a nice shift 2 discharges and was probably nice for a change as been on A side for ages. Finished exactly on time and home to wait for card which never arrived just hoped comes tomorrow. We got bored been at home so went to cinema to see 'Mortal Instrument - City Of Bones' which is a fantasy movie. About an ordinary girl who discovers that she is in fact a descendant from a long line of shadow hunters was good but didn't like ending. Once home I phoned in sick for work tomorrow so that we can actually get things sorted like collect color run packs etc.

Mine and Debbie's last day together

Monday 19th August woke up 7.30 finished my book and also found out Tiago is 27years which is better than I thought and a lawyer. He wants to meet up before I go to New York as when I get back he goes to brazil for 2 weeks so probably be a month til we see each other again. Then read some more of my kindle as I didn't want to get up but eventually did and had shower. Next to Debbie's bank as lending me money to make the payment then to post office to pay bill. Go to killa burger next as Debbie want breakfast got me a hash brown wasn't as good as normally abit greasy. Then home and wait for card supposed to be delivered 10.30 at 10.35 got email to say card approved be with me in 30 minutes. By 11am ATM card still not arrived so sent email 11.30 and got no reply til 2.30. When told me couldn't release card as card machine requesting full payment of, so want further payment. This is getting ridiculous and at this wait won't enjoy my holiday due to lack of money and ruined my last day with Debbie. As we had planned to go on our last shopping trip and do the sky tower but none of this happened as had to wait for ATM card which didn't turn up. Ended up writing a letter to Nanna and at 4ish fed up been inside so went for walk 1st stop post office to post Nanna's letter. Then walk to Olympic park to find the Skodu stadium as is a AFL game on Sunday which thinking of going to watch, which we found. Had a look round the Cathy Freeman park which has some extraordinary artworks like the Attractor symbolising the fundamental principles of olympism. Then to McDonalds for tea had nugget meal not best definitely won't be rushing back to this one. As milkshake supposed to be vanilla but had chocolate flavour in and the nuggets won't the hottest. On way back and Debbie phoned up regarding going back to work and not happy as told going back to A3 instead of A4. But on a good note was still respiratory which made her feel slightly better but not with her old colleagues. Home just in time for Home & away after stopping at Coles watch TV Masterchef fall asleep sofa bed 2ish woke up to Ballykissangel how old.

Rugby, breakfast and work

Didn't sleep the best woke but think as stressing about money woke up few times and got up 8am. Also Adam texted which made me smile and still not sorted money as still have to make a payment for them to release card, fingers crossed. Don't really want to pay but looks like i will have no choice luckily Debbie offered to lend me so can afford to pay it all. Rest of morning tried to sort through pictures on iPad and mac, so can rid of some on my iPad. Go to work only 6 staff and one doing one to one with patient only open to 24 patients, shift not too bad had 2 blood products. But I had awful shoulder pain 3 people gave me massage best one was Shar who not even on our ward was on 5 north. Think if I continue to have this shoulder pain I definitely need to book in for a back and shoulder massage. Also found out that the hokiday i requested for in january unlikely I will be able to have since got ine december. Walked hone even though Mandy offered me lift but didn't want to clay het as she's on early tomorrow. Wide awake when home watch TV, drink wine chat to Debbie found out Sherrie who met on plane in November coming next yr to work, fell asleep on bed 12ish. Woke up just before 7 and couldn't get back to sleep so ended up reading my kindle. Eventually got up just after 8 shower, breakfast and watch TV. Debbie got up 9am & was at bank when opened at 9.30am withdraw money to pay final bill for customs fee. Straight to post office after to do the transfer via western union and post mum and dad the brochure for Melbourne. Afterwards to killa burger for hash browns and then to Coles to get things for work as Jiewen's birthday got British things Irn bru and mcvities. Once home tried to sort through pictures again but is that many going to take a while. Had lunch before work as best use steak up begore goes off, so had a steak sandwich. At work was still on A side but not team leader which was nice for a change. Had birthday celebration for Jiewen think liked Irn Bru but didn't open biscuits as had 2 cakes to eat. Shift not too bad had 1 discharge, 2 admissions both previous patients, 2 blood products and finished just after 10pm. Speak to mum on way home stemmed to like the iternary I sent her for Melbourne  and hopefully speak on Skype on Sunday. Once in not tired but knew had to go to sleep as early in morning eventually go to sleep and woke up just before 6am. Really wanted to stay in bed but knew I oukdnt so eventually got up a d go to work with Debbie. Work nice but felt I did most of the work this morning as the person who working with only done 2 meds by time I had done 8. Saw Michelle who is fine to still get me high hair and cot for when Sharon here which is one less thing to worry about. Finish just after 3.30 but not sure why as not busy and Debbie sat waiting for me, which makes a change. Supposed to get ATM card today by 6pm but didn't arrive which is getting very frustrating now. Lou arrive 6.30ish had to do her fantasy football as due in 11am UK time then walk to Olympic park. To go watch the Wallabies vs the All Blacks at the ANZ stadium in an eagerly anticipated game. With the All Blacks going in as defending champions looking for their 100th test victory over the Wallabies. I decided since I was in Australia I should support the Wallbies but had a feeling that the All Blacks would win.It was very busy with over 65,00 people it was good to see the All Blacks perform their Haka live, but wouldn't like to be stood in front of them. As the All Blacks perform the Haka before their matches which has become a distinctive feature of the All Blacks. The All Blacks were 7-0 up after just 4 minutes and by half time after 40 minutes the All blacks took the lead 25-19. So wasn't sure what to expect from the second half but was just as enjoyable with the All Blacks winning 47-27. When came out felt like a disco as music playing with lights got hot dog then walked and Lou left straight away. Once home spoke to Mum and dad who seemed keen on Melbourne but not happy about money situation, but don't know what to do to sort it. Then watch film where I obvisiously fell asleep on the sofa and got to bed eventually at 1.30. Woke up at 8ish, Tiago texted and arranged to meet at 10 instead of 10.30 as we had planned. Also not happy as had further paypal email to say have to pay further amount for them to release card. Meet Tiago for breakfast at Lily's in Rhodes only had eggs on toast then go for walk as a nice day. Was nice to see Tiago and he was a true gentleman and wants to meet before I go to New York so maybe next Sunday. Got home 12ish and told Debbie about the PayPal email and she can't believe it, is getting ridiculous been ongoing for nearly 2 weeks. Then to go to work but stopped at food court on the way for Debbie to get something to eat. At work working with Michelle so had nice shift and at least I know that Michelle is a good worker. I didn't have to take dinner tonight as Michelle bought in Indian as one of her friends made for school fete and leftovers was nice, tried butter chicken for first time. Luckily I was on A side again which is nice nothing exceptional happened, B side supposedly like nursing home. Michelle offered me a lift home but wait for Debbie for few minutes then walk hone together. Debbie very kindly offered to lend me the money to pay the outstanding transfusion so grateful. Watch TV have wine then fall asleep on sofa then bed 1.30 then couldn't get back to sleep til 3.30.

Days off, cinema and sickie

Monday 12th August woke up 8ish breakfast and was there when bank opened to withdraw money for my gold ATM card. Then straight to post office to transfer the money via western union, home watch 'Mentalist' and wait for card to arrive. Then to be told have to do further transfer so Debbie who agreed to meet me at Rhodes and lend me further funds. Whilst waiting for Debbie go to flight centre to enquire flight for Mum and Dad to Cairns. Then meet Debbie to do further transaction and go to Coles afterwards for a few things, next to coffee club for a coffee and biscuit. Home chill for abit then make tea pasta in carbonara with garlic bread all bought fresh from Coles. Supposed to meet Tiago but not really in the mood for going out and still hoping my ATM card would arrive. But I got email saying that card would be with me in morning so still stayed in and caught up on TV bed 11ish. Woke up 7.30 and not happy had another email from Katie who had transferred more money, as thought I had card. So that mean't there wouldn't release card but I literally can not afford to do transfer as no funds to do that amount. Tried explaining this to them but their still wanted half payment, which I still can't do. Was beginning to have doubts if this transaction real or fake as getting bound a joke, tempted to go to police. Katie then tried to reverse her transaction so card could be released but wouldn't let her, so no idea what to do. I even phoned paypal to ask them if it was real or fake and assured me that it was probably real, which made me feel slightly better. Supposed to see BJ at 11am but cancelled as wanted to try sort out this mess which unfortuntely didnt happen. Debbie finished at 1 but was late finishing and once she was home chilled for abit then fed up as supposed to go shopping but no funds. So about 3ish go out first stop bank to see if could help and didn't help as said Western Union maybe dodgy. Then walked to olympic park and go to Cold Rock Ice Creamery had honeycomb with m&m's and cookie dough very nice. Walk back go to Rhodes shopping centre was going to go to light centre but already 5ish, so go to Coles. Then to food court got chips from killa burger with gravy were good. One good thing about today been texting Adam lots who I met on night out with Nat, which cheered me up. Go to cinema next to watch 'Now You See Me' at 6.30 a hugely enjoyable thriller about magicians as criminals. Now You See Me put the fun back into being fooled with some great performance with likeable characters. Once home decided that I deserved some wine so opened the Tempus Two wine, which was just as good as I remembered. Watched TV then trust me to fall asleep on the sofa so bed 12ish then couldn't get to sleep. On Wednesday woke up 7ish then back to sleep til 8ish breakfast then to gym. Meet BJ at gym at 9am first time seen him since city2surf and said I did well did strength exercise. My favourite press up on bar, not! but I did enjoy using the 5kg ball and throwing down also using the kettlebell. Home ended up phoning in sick as feel stressed without this money and don't want to make errors at work. Also want to get it sorted tried emailing but no help once home Debbie still in bed so chilled for abit and update blog some more. Once Debbie up catch up on Masterchef Encore then thought we best do something so about 1ish went for a walk. Ended up walking down Duck River for a change of scenery which was nice and stopped to take in the scenery. Then to a Rhodes to flight centre to price up Melbourne for Mum and Dad and good price with flight, accommodation and 3 trips. Off to Coles afterwards to get some fruit for work this week, Debbie then need something to eat so to food court but I didn't need anything. Didn't do much once home but I did tea steak with roast carrot & pumpkin, steak cooked well considering never really done before. We then had meringue with summer fruit and strawberries but the summer fruit were abit soft. Then to catch up on neighbours, home&away, Masterchef, finale of offspring good night for TV, Debbie go to work as on nights. I finished my wine opened yesterday and go to bed 11ish, mum seemed to like the quote I got het