Beau's Baptism

On Sunday 11th Nov little Beau Lachlan was baptised into God's Family along with his cousin Della McGrice. It was a great time for celebrations for all families.

 Chantelle, Della, Jake, Steve, Beau, Laura with Pastor Thomas

 Pastor Thomas baptising Beau

 Pastor Thomas in his element..........Just loves to get a cuddle with the little ones. Beau and Della

 

 Aunty Gwen, great grand mother to Della with Old Pa and the proud parents and big brother Toby

Family photo

Family shot........Lexie, Julz, Nathan and Mitchell

We had a wonderful  time together out at the Mundulla Park having lunch and fun during the afternoon.

 (See Laura's Blog for some pics) 

Thanks Laura and Steve for a great day.

It now has a Roof!

After a couple of weeks spell it was time to put the roof on the new shed.  Poppy Hop came out on the Sunday avo and helped us load the roofing iron onto the top of the loaded semi with his big drilling crane. That way the fellas could slide the sheets of iron straight on to the roof frame. All very simple really!

 The roofing iron on top of the load.

Ta da........................  roof on and looking good.  

The South  & west walls will be put on at a later date.

The Heinrich Clan Gathers

 Last weekend we had our Heinrich gathering and we met at Dubbo. It has been 3 years since we had our last get together. It was great to spend time together to catch up and to meet some of the newer members of our family. We had a wonderful time just chilling out, visiting the Zoo, having a celebration Dinner, swimming, visiting the old Dubbo Jail and trying out our hand at Ten Pin Bowling. Thanks to every one for making it a wonderful weekend.

  Just chilling monkey style

 Lunch time for the human variety

 

 Lunch and time for a chat

We had a wonderful day at the Zoo. 

 On Saturday evening we went out for a celebration Dinner at a local eatery

 The first and second generations of the Family

 The third generation of the Family

 Two of the three special birthdays that we celebrated....Julz, Kara 30  and Pa  60

 On Sunday we had a go at Ten Pin Bowling. All ages joined in and had alot of fun

 La, Mitchell watching Edward bowling his bowl, supervised by dad, Paul

 Thomas sends his bowl down to knock out the last 3 pins

La counting the bowls as they come back

Pa's new Shed

There was some space in the farm yard and it was earmarked for a new shed. After alot of research Pa decided on what type of shed to build. He enlisted the help of Matt, Poppy Hop, Andy and David Ferguson. Once they started it didn't take long for the structure to take shape.  

 The pad has been in place for a few months

Poppy Hop & Andy's crane came in very handy to raise the shed pylons

(there is an art in raising them without bending the steel work)

 Fixing the beam to the footings and getting them level

Ta da.......... the shed so far. 

The roof is next and the south wall. That will happened next week ........maybe!

Pa, Jack & Nano Marg's Birthday

 Pa's big day has finally arrived. He turned 60 on the 1st September and it was time to celebrate with the family. Also on this wonderful day we celebrated Jack's 4th birthday and Jack's Nano Marg's birthday as well. It was celebrations all round. We had a wonderful time together and missed those family members who were too far away to join us. Ma ma relented and made Pa a Black & White Collingwood Cake. A one and only time. (Ma ma would have preferred a black & red one!)

 The Black & White Magpies Cake

 Pa lighting his candles with all the little ones watching to make sure he gets them all!

 Now it is on for one and all. Kids turn to blow out the candles

 Jack had a wonderful Robot Cake with sparklers for hands & one for a feeler plus his all important 4 candles

 watching the sparklers do their job!

Some pics of the family as they enjoyed the sunshine and caught up with family happenings

 Aunty Merry with the Birthday girl, Nano Marg and Andy discussing worldly events or gardening topics perhaps?

I bet this trio are talking farming!!!!!!!!

Relle's Winter Visit to the Farm

Relle, La & Leyla came home in June for their annual winter farm visit & most importantly of all to meet the newest member of the clan, young Beau. It was a great opportunity for Relle to spend time with Louie & Ma ma & Pa to have quality time with La and any of the other grandies when they called in to play with La.

 Pa thought he would have a lie in on one of the mornings. That was just the invite for the little ones to demand some stories.(not that he put up much of a fight!)

 When there is a gathering of the clan, it is always time for another photo to add to the ever growing collection. Old Pa surrounded by his most precious little ones. Ma ma & Pa were just extras!

Last chance for some fun at Aunty Kara's before La, Leyla & Aunty Relle head for home. Can't wait to see you in Dubbo soon.

Master Will has a Birthday

Young Will had his 2nd Birthday early June. The boys were over at Ma ma & Pa's for the day so we had a little celebration at morning smoko for the birthday boy. They had fun blowing out their candle in their choc chip muffin.

 Will blowing out his candle, Toby blew his out in record time.

 Will with his master creation at his birthday tea. Mum & Dad did a great job.

He was even lucky enough to get some sparklers!

Beau Lachlan welcome to our Family

On Monday 28th May 2012 we welcomed into our ever growing family another 

dear little grandson, 

Beau Lachlan Excell to love and spoil.

A very proud Pa with his brand new grandie

  

 

The very cute & lovable Beau

Ma ma's Echuca Visit

 On Mother's Day weekend I left Pa at home and did a roadie up to Echuca to visit Nathan, Julz, Lexie & Mitchell. We had a lovely time just chillin out together. On Mother's Day Nathan did us proud by cooking us breakfast and making Julz and I feel special all day. Was lovely to be waited on for the day.

  Mitchell buzzing about in his little yellow car with lots of laughter & giggles.

 The ever entertaining Lexie showing me some of her moves!

Our Mother's Day photo.

Visitors come to visit for a special celebration

On the weekend of 21st April Nathan, Julz, Lexie and Mitchell came home for Kara's 30th Birthday Celebrations. While they were here there were a few jobs that needed to be done, especially while there were some extra hands  to help. (Pa hates to see anyone doing nothing!!)

Uncle Nathan was in charge of the lawn mowing & had lots of helpers with Lexie, Toby & Mitchell

Lets go says Toby,...... Mitchell not so sure. In the end he thought it was the best way to get about. Why should I use my  legs when you get a ride.

Later in the day just as the sun was setting, It was time to let the Fire Bugs loose and this is what they get up to.

 Nathan, Pa and Matt.

 The Kids were with Ma ma watching the spectacular sights

Then on Sunday we ventured over to Matt and Kara's for Coffee & Cake to help Kara celebrate her 30th Birthday with Family and lots of friends.

 The younger ones having fun on the back lawn

 The guest of honour herself........Kara 

 Will having a turn in blowing out the candles

 Little lambs are always a hit with the children & especially at feeding time.

 Mitchell getting in on the action

 The musician of the family entertaining the gang.........Mitchell loves his guitar

 Off to feed the sheep and  get some driving practice as well

 Lexie driving Pa's old tractor

One last stop before we head home, Uncle Matt's big truck......just trying it on for size......another trucker in the family?