Big Thirsty Aussies

Today's adventures included visits to some of our old stomping grounds, Torrey Pines (sigh.... our first date), and Mission Bay Deli where we met. Tory, Colin, Mike, Sheri, Caiden, Anthony and Kaiya. Kris behind the camera makes up the party. The Williams' and the tree The Carrolls and the tree Toryanna Jean meets Torreyana Pine. Kris visited this place in '94 and loved it so much that she told her aunt Karen  that if she ever had a daughter she would name her Toryanna. Little did she know about the young buck who at that very moment was jetting in from Sydney,  to fulfill her dream. Mike, we think we know how you got those boogers on your hat. Mission Bay Deli and Jake's Tiki Bar. In 1994 Kris worked here and I worked in the boatyard behind. She served cold beer and I was a big thirsty Aussie. How could it not be? After Tory was born we stayed with Karen on her  Bayliner 28 near the end of the dock on the left. There were always se...

Sleeping Beauty's Castle - I climbed the highest tower and gave her a pash and she woke up and belted me. Charming. Splash Mountain - we put Tory in the front so she was the only one who had to walk around in wet shoes all day Could not resist the thrills and spills of the merry-go-round. Who would have thought when they were watching these on tv in the 60's that one day they would be watching their own kids go round                                                           The teacups might appear  lame, but proved to be the most dizzying and nauseating ride in the place. Not recommended for after eating Hooterville Rutabagas.           ...

Well after a looong flight and longer day spent in various queus,we made it!  Longest Tuesday ever-Twice! I got called out for  random  check of my person at customs, the best bit was B,T,&K laughing at me and nearly getting themselves in trouble by thinkinking they could take pictures. However, Adip in pool and Sauna, a few Budweisers and pizza sees us  refreshed - still exhausted and reay for bed, but refreshed, more tomorrow and remember: eat Hooterville rutabagas

And... Were Off.....

and 1.......!

Eat Hooterville Rutabegas

and 2....