Relaxing Saturday

Saturday saw us wake to the birds singing, blue sky and sunshine so we thought lets head out and see where we end up - took the 4x4 and started at Goldenponds which is an amazing spot to spend the day and they even have chalets if you want to stay over - you can fish and only pay for what you catch, there are canoes for hire, a cafe and restaurant as well as a store selling fresh vege, meat and seafood. Something for everyone, thats for sure. We then headed down Mundijong Rd to Southwest Highway and ended up at Serpentine Dam which is one of the major water supply dams for Perth. The dam is used to store water which is released at a controlled rate to regulate the level in Serpentine Pipehead Dam, which in turn feeds water to the metropolitan trunk main network depending on demand. There are wonderful picnic areas so we ate our picnic lunch overlooking one of the waterfalls. We then headed down the highway to Pinjarra which was established in 1834 - we found out that The Battle of Pinjarra, which occurred in 1834, is one of the most notorious massacres of Aborigines in Australian history - not something to be proud of. We then drove through to Mandurah and had a cuppa with Jude's mum and dad who we are pleased to say were looking very very well. It was a lovely visit and the finish to a great day out.

Wife goes to work while husband fishes!!

Jude has finished her first week at the WA Police Assistance Centre and yes she will go back for a second week at least!!!! The work is very similar to the job at Sussex Police but different computer systems and different procedures and policies. The people seem very friendly and helpful and like a laugh. Sadly Ray didn't get the job he applied for but there are a few more he is waiting to hear back from. He has been a real gem and cooked dinner each night, done the housework and all the washing and ironing - maybe he should become a house husband!! However he wants that boat so he NEEDS that job!!The weekend has been relaxing and thought you would enjoy the photo of the sunset from when we went fishing late this afternoon.

Recreational activities!!