I'm off to wander the quirky laneways of Melbourne for the rest of the week. Ostensibly for work, which I will actually be doing some of.
But also to pay a visit to these 3 characters. Melbourne sons #1, #2 & #3 would have been sprung with a 'surprise' interstate visit from their Mother. I've always found a quick unannounced sortie catches them unprepared, so I can get a more 'honest' appraisal of their current respective situations. But their younger brother Son #4 here in Adelaide used the BBT (Brothers Bush Telegraph) & blabbed to let them know I'm on my way. According to him it appears I have my work cut out for me. I have a couple of relationship issues to sort out, a somewhat impecunious state or 3 to deal with & a 'That's it I'm chucking it all in & moving to Queensland!' drama to diffuse. I'll be back here next week, wish me luck!
4 sons. It's amazing. I have 2. I cannot imagine when they are big enough to: a) call each other on the phone (the only number they know now is their own) b) live somewhere other than with us c) have moved somewhere and then are 'going to chuck it in and move to Qld' d) are THAT big that they would cuddle me rather than me cuddle them
I am loving my journey with them now as they are growing older by the day - but it still amazes me to see photos of 'son's' who look so .. well, look so BIG.
Millie - I'm sure you'll have the boys in shape in no time. You are only the second person I've known with four boys. One of my colleagues and his wife have four boys and oh, the stories he can tell.
With your wicked sense of "umour" I am sure it will all be settled quickly. I hope they are not too big and grown up for a mummy cuddle. That seems to fix everything!
Well I reckon you will have them sorted in next to no time ~ being the no nonsense "I can take on anything" kinda girl that you are.
Which should leave you with a little time to go exploring the lovely laneways, galleries and boutiques of the city. Especially pretty now in the magically golden autumn light.
Life in the little village of Stirling in the hills above Adelaide in South Australia is just about as good as it gets! Enjoying a cool climate and 'hill-station' feel, Stirling is well-known for its 19th-century stone villas set on large grounds dense with roses, camellias, rhododendrons and huge old Oaks.
With 3 sons, 3 grandchildren & my work in a scientific business dominated by yes, more men, The Laurel Hedge was born out of my sheer desperation for something the boys just don't get & never will!
Quote This!
'No matter what happens, somebody will find a way to take it all too seriously.'
15 years of renovating was over - we'd just completed everything & were really enjoying our lovely old Victorian villa in the Eastern suburbs of Adelaide. However we'd always had a fondness for the country life & without warning we found ourselves transported by alien beings disguised as Real Estate Agents to a house on 1/2 acre of wild, rambling gardens in Stirling!
The house is circa 1972 & with all the 70's features. Open-faced brown brick walls, raked ceilings, exposed beams, split levels - totally yuk! However, it's inherent design is great & the location amazing - tucked behind a wonderful old laurel hedge in a quiet country lane in the heart of gorgeous Stirling.
I'm off to wander the quirky laneways of Melbourne for the rest of the week. Ostensibly for work, which I will actually be doing some of.
But also to pay a visit to these 3 characters. Melbourne sons #1, #2 & #3 would have been sprung with a 'surprise' interstate visit from their Mother. I've always found a quick unannounced sortie catches them unprepared, so I can get a more 'honest' appraisal of their current respective situations. But their younger brother Son #4 here in Adelaide used the BBT (Brothers Bush Telegraph) & blabbed to let them know I'm on my way. According to him it appears I have my work cut out for me. I have a couple of relationship issues to sort out, a somewhat impecunious state or 3 to deal with & a 'That's it I'm chucking it all in & moving to Queensland!' drama to diffuse. I'll be back here next week, wish me luck!
4 sons.
ReplyDeleteIt's amazing.
I have 2.
I cannot imagine when they are big enough to:
a) call each other on the phone (the only number they know now is their own)
b) live somewhere other than with us
c) have moved somewhere and then are 'going to chuck it in and move to Qld'
d) are THAT big that they would cuddle me rather than me cuddle them
I am loving my journey with them now as they are growing older by the day - but it still amazes me to see photos of 'son's' who look so .. well, look so BIG.
Have fun in Melbourne (-:
as the little kid of Jerry Maguire said..... "LUCCCCCCCK"! xxx
ReplyDeleteThat'll be me waving from the Dandenongs ;)
ReplyDeleteBeat 'em in to shape Millie! You're the MUM!
Good luck.
ReplyDeletemillie
ReplyDeletethere is no doubt in my mind
that you will handle all of it famously!!!
...and come out smelling like a rose -
or a tuberose.
which ever you choose.
xxxx
Bless you!
ReplyDeleteI have 3 sons...not quite that age and
I am intrigued...report back in full detail!
Oh dear, sounds like they need a visit from mum! Let me know if you have time for a quick coffee while you're here.. Rachaelxx
ReplyDeleteI'd love to see you in action Millie, handling these big boys of yours.
ReplyDeleteSharon
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Have a great time in Melbourne Millie, good luck sorting the boys out and make sure you still have plenty of time for shopping. xx
ReplyDeleteMillie - I'm sure you'll have the boys in shape in no time. You are only the second person I've known with four boys. One of my colleagues and his wife have four boys and oh, the stories he can tell.
ReplyDeleteWell that's what you get when you have so many. Big families, big problems, don't they say? Good luck, Millie, I know you'll come out the winner.
ReplyDeleteJennifer xx
With your wicked sense of "umour" I am sure it will all be settled quickly. I hope they are not too big and grown up for a mummy cuddle. That seems to fix everything!
ReplyDeleteHi Millie,
ReplyDeleteHave a wonderful time in Melbourne with your Sons, work and hopefully a little shopping.
Good luck, dear friend
Hugs
Carolyn
Well I reckon you will have them sorted in next to no time ~ being the no nonsense "I can take on anything" kinda girl that you are.
ReplyDeleteWhich should leave you with a little time to go exploring the lovely laneways, galleries and boutiques of the city. Especially pretty now in the magically golden autumn light.
Good luck with that! Good to know even big boys need their mum's help occasionally :)
ReplyDeletehave a wonderful timie, Millie
ReplyDeleteGood luck:)
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Let us know if you got those guys whipped into shape! Five sons would be just .........
ReplyDeleteEnjoy your trip to Melbourne, Millie - I used to love exploring the old arcades, and going for afternoon tea at the Block Arcade on Collins Street.
ReplyDeleteI hope you can get any drama with your sons sorted out!