Tuesday, January 31, 2012

from the city: all the bright lights

On Sunday morning we drove over the Harbour Bridge and into the big city - Che's first taste of urban fun. He knew there was a surprise in store but we didn't mention the amount of surprises - just let it play out in the slow pace that you take when kids are involved.

Exciting times included:
  • sleeping in an inner-city hotel
  • adventures at the Australian Museum 
  • homemade picnic in Hyde Park (while listening to three brothers beat out Beatles tunes)
  • chatting to every.single.person in every.single.elevator (we're a friendly bunch)
  • overwhelming wonder at the colour and chaos of the Chinese New Year Parade 
  • feeling oh so lucky when a performer from said parade gifted Che with a flashing smiley face badge
  • late night swim in the rooftop pool
  • watching late night fireworks from the rooftop pool 
  • the smoothest, most wonderful coffee. 
  • underwater fun at Oceanworld (while I attended an editorial meeting)
The experience was fabulous, albeit exhausting. Daniel summed it up when we got home: "What a relief, we didn't lose anyone."

Happy Year of the Water Dragon! Blessings of good fortune....

from the river house
from the farm
from the mountain house

Photos by Daniel and I. 
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28 comments:

  1. tim coulsonJanuary 31, 2012 at 11:25 PM

    Shoot. Serious skills going down here.

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  2. claireFebruary 1, 2012 at 12:04 AM

    This look like an awesome quick trip away. I bet Che was so excited by it all x

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  3. MisislauFebruary 1, 2012 at 12:24 AM

    wow...nice experience!

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  4. Bella MillsFebruary 1, 2012 at 12:30 AM

    Gorgeous images! I was posting some pictures of Sydney today too. I love how you captured Chinese New Year. Stunning pictures. What an interesting insight into this exciting city!

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  5. dear oliveFebruary 1, 2012 at 12:35 AM

    How fun! I'm a dragon! Kellie xx

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  6. MaxabellaFebruary 1, 2012 at 12:50 AM

    A good reminder to be a happy tourist in my own city from time to time. x

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  7. louFebruary 1, 2012 at 1:42 AM

    Oh Sydney I miss you! Beautiful weekend... happy times. And yes, coming home from an adventure is the best. x

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  8. LunaFebruary 1, 2012 at 2:01 AM

    Watching the fireworks from the rooftop pool must have been an awesome experience for your Che.

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  9. Anna @ green tea n toastFebruary 1, 2012 at 2:27 AM

    I vividly remember being taken in to central London by Mum & Dad on a few occasions and absolutely loved all the bright lights of the big city. I'm sure Che will have great memories of this weekend for a long time to come. x

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  10. ::The Beetle Shack::February 1, 2012 at 2:57 AM

    i'm with tim. Hello beautiful photography!

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  11. LizeylouFebruary 1, 2012 at 3:01 AM

    Seriously ... Is there any room in your family for one more? I am well behaved, have good maners and I am kind ... Please!!

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  12. LaurenFebruary 1, 2012 at 3:09 AM

    beautiful pictures. home is always wonderful to return to, isn't it? :)

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  13. tea with lucyFebruary 1, 2012 at 5:35 AM

    What an exciting adventure! Your images capture it all so beautifully.

    xo

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  14. DoraFebruary 1, 2012 at 9:20 AM

    That looks like it was amazing fun! Lucky Che! Gorgeous images!x

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  15. Katrina (capturing moments)February 1, 2012 at 1:22 PM

    Looks like a great time was had in our beautiful city! There is so much to do isn't there!

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  16. little miss oliveFebruary 1, 2012 at 7:18 PM

    hi. i've been reading your blog since just before poet was born...but i've never left a comment. since i recently created a blog, i thought i should say hello. you have such a beautiful family. :)

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  17. joannaFebruary 1, 2012 at 7:46 PM

    we love our trips to the city! Re-visiting our old haunts is so much fun with our little 3.5 year old - as is seeing the city through his eyes.

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  18. flissFebruary 1, 2012 at 10:46 PM

    We just made a quick trip to a big city too! I am with Daniel, i'm surprised we didn't leave one behind we were so tired!
    Beautiful images Jodi.x

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  19. one claire dayFebruary 2, 2012 at 1:26 AM

    Beautiful pictures of a beautiful city! I'm jealous of where you are... close enough AND far enough. x

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  20. hello milkyFebruary 2, 2012 at 2:32 AM

    What an adventure! He must have had a ball x

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  21. [Good Mum Hunting]February 2, 2012 at 3:13 AM

    These are beautiful photos!

    Staying in hotels is the BEST when you're a kid. Big bed, room service, views etc

    Sounds like a great little getaway.

    xx

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  22. BungalowgirlFebruary 3, 2012 at 3:35 AM

    What fun! I agree on the photos, and Che's expressions are wonderful, so contemplative. The calendar arrived today, thanks so much again. melx

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  23. jodyFebruary 3, 2012 at 4:17 AM

    Sounds like a great getaway, with lots of lovely surprises! xx

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  24. eat my shortsFebruary 3, 2012 at 8:03 PM

    Fabulous photos - looks like you had an awesome time together :)

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  25. Luisa BrimbleFebruary 4, 2012 at 3:50 AM

    ha ha ha oh i love Daniel's comment. oooooohhhhhh what an absolutely amazing daytrip you guys had so cool.

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  26. TashFebruary 4, 2012 at 3:55 AM

    Beautiful family memories! Happy Chinese New Year :) xx

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  27. Trudy FlorenceFebruary 7, 2012 at 8:28 AM

    Such a gorgeous post. That photo of Che in front of the fountain is just stunning. Love his little face!

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  28. andreaFebruary 27, 2012 at 5:26 PM

    they look so like you! it's incredible really. and that silhouette image is so beautiful.

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