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.