We've just had a very busy weekend without our kids. The boys went to my mum's for the weekend to be spoilt rotten (junk food, late nights etc) while we went away to participate in the Ballarat belly dance bazaar.
I learnt lots in a couple of belly dance workshops while Stu learnt lots visiting the homebrew shop and gathering items so he can start brewing soon. We then took the opportunity to shop for bulk bargains that are hard to find at home, stocking up on cans and dried beans to get us through several months of from scratch cooking.
After delicious cuppas and cake with Kim, who was to perform with us, and her hubby, we readied ourselves for the evening.
It was a great night. We caught up with dancers from all over Victoria, watched some terrific dancing and helped raise funds for the Ballarat NICU. I love being able to watch and support the range of amateur and professional dancers at these concerts and then have them support us - that's what its all about, sharing in the dance community.
At last it was our turn. We dumped the nerves beside the stage and did our best. I think we did very well.... You can watch it on our website or youtube if you like.
It was wonderful to share the joys of performing with Stu and then celebrate together afterwards.
Tired but relaxed on Sunday, we said our goodbyes, pottered around a local market (bought a new plum tree for the mini-orchard) and came home.
At home we managed to get some more work done on the new veg beds before the boys were dropped home. It was so good to see them.
Needless to say, we all fell into bed very early and slept soundly in preparation for a new week.
How was your weekend?
I learnt lots in a couple of belly dance workshops while Stu learnt lots visiting the homebrew shop and gathering items so he can start brewing soon. We then took the opportunity to shop for bulk bargains that are hard to find at home, stocking up on cans and dried beans to get us through several months of from scratch cooking.
After delicious cuppas and cake with Kim, who was to perform with us, and her hubby, we readied ourselves for the evening.
It was a great night. We caught up with dancers from all over Victoria, watched some terrific dancing and helped raise funds for the Ballarat NICU. I love being able to watch and support the range of amateur and professional dancers at these concerts and then have them support us - that's what its all about, sharing in the dance community.
At last it was our turn. We dumped the nerves beside the stage and did our best. I think we did very well.... You can watch it on our website or youtube if you like.
It was wonderful to share the joys of performing with Stu and then celebrate together afterwards.
Tired but relaxed on Sunday, we said our goodbyes, pottered around a local market (bought a new plum tree for the mini-orchard) and came home.
At home we managed to get some more work done on the new veg beds before the boys were dropped home. It was so good to see them.
Needless to say, we all fell into bed very early and slept soundly in preparation for a new week.
How was your weekend?
Sounds like a busy weekend! Did you get to have that hot curry?
ReplyDeleteWe did Charlotte! We had a more indian inspired one than your recipe (because of what I had in the fridge), it was full of yummy veg and lots of coriander from the garden. Thanks for the inspiration.
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