We have finally settled into our new house. Although we are still unpacking slowly, there is plenty to occupy our spare time.

We have been to the local shops a few times & are becoming accustomed to the area.

Fishing has been keeping us busy as well. Unfortunately we seem to be catching undersized fish only. Bream has been the most regular with a Whiting in amongst the mix. They were all sent back to their homes with messages for their older siblings & friends! We have heard mixed stories about Lake Illawarra fishing. If we believe the majority, then surely we are to catch something worthwhile soon. However we have also been told that we will keep catching undersized fish in the Lake & that we need to go elsewhere for the bigger guys. If anyone has an opinion or advice on this, please feel free to educate us. We are mere amateurs & don’t know a great deal about fishing spots etc.

Recently SK’s sister Duff brought home a long anticipated new game for the Wii. Guitar Hero III. We have had so much fun with this since it’s debut in our house. On Easy mode, I have already made Rock Legend status & unlocked a couple of characters & several songs. The challenge on Medium is to get my little fingers around to the Blue button. I don’t know what i’m going to do when it comes time to add the 5th & last Orange button to the mix.

I am currently still not working nor am I receiving benefits. Theres are a few reasons surrounding this however I hope to get my hands on some casual work real soon. My biggest issue lays with what kind of work will be available. I would love to involve myself with Family Day Care again, however this isn’t ideal given our living situation. Also the fact that i’m feeling spent on the Child Care field & don’t think I could continue to do it day in day out again. My hopes lay with the local baby shops.

So, all in all we are realy happy to be living in the residence we have found. we seem to have wonderful neighbours around us that realy do keep to themselves unless having a chat or sending out a smile & wave as you or they go by. We have plenty of fond memories of the Sydney house, like SK & My first Christmas together, Family Gatherings & Winter with the Firepit. However we have many more good memories to make in our new residence & look forward to making them happen.

Below are photos of the houses that have changed our life for the better…..                                                                                

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