My tag of interesting information.

I have been tagged by Janet.

Each player starts with 7 random facts/habits about themselves. People who are tagged need to write on their own blog about their seven things, as well as these rules. At the end of your blog, you need to choose 7 people to get tagged and list their names. Don’t forget to leave them a comment telling them that they have been tagged and to read your blog!

1. I do not like anyperson touching my feet. I can't even stand Bill's feet touching mine while we are in bed. I have told Bill that he will only get to touch my feet when I'm dead.
2. I have really curly hair and I hate it. When I was younger I used to have long hair and I would have a shower before bed every night and wash my hair and tie it back to tight so that it would dry like that. Didn't fix the curles but I did only have wavy hair during the day.
3. I am the youngest of my family. I have two sisters and 1 brother and they are all alot older than me. Valerie was 16 years older, Marjie was 14 year older and Jim 11 years older. My mother was 44 years old and my father was 48 years old when they had me. I always told my parents that I was an after thought.
4. I look more like my Aunty Joan (including our ways and mannerisms) than I have ever looked like my Mum. Maybe their is something my family never told me.
5. I was 20 when I got married and was 22 nearly 23 when I had Jodie.
6. During my second Pregnancy, I was six weeks pregnant when I had a curette, and the baby survied. (Mark) I didn't know I was pregnant until I was 5 months. and then it was a shock, as I was told after the results of the curette that I would never be able to have any more children. I went on and proved them all wrong. with two extra children.
7. On every wedding cake I have made I have always put in a special little something on the decorations signifying the individuals of the couple. eg. Melinda and Glenn got tiny little blackboards signifying they are both teachers. Jodie and Jeff got a paint brush and a knife signifying their love of art. I have even put in a little carrot signifying the love of carrot cake. quirky I know but that me.

Now I tag.....umm let me think. Chrissy, Connie, Mel Diener, Dawn Stan, Steph, Bec, and anyone else who has not been tagged. I can't think of anyone else who has not been tagged.

Thanks Janet for tagging me. It is amazing the things that you think of. Once I got going I had trouble stopping.

Wednesday we held an all day crop. It was a really great day and everyone said that they enjoyed themselves. It was a full house and we were asked when we were having another.

Friday night again we cropped and had a full house again. and next week is booked out as well. The crops are certainly taking off.

I worked again today, I am really tired on a Saturday after the Friday night crop, as I open the shop on the Saturday morning. I had a very productive day today and got all our paperwork ready to do the accounts ready for the accountant next week.

Tomorrow Bill, Mark and I are taking Taylor to the aquarium. I am sure we will all have fun. Taylor is so excited, as she has been waiting to go there for a long time. Yes i'm taking my camera of course.

Bill, Melinda and Taylor went to the nursing home today to see my Mum and Bills dad today. Mum asked Bill if he went on the honeymoon with Melinda. I know you have to laugh at the comments you get from them both, otherwise you would end up crying all the time. They both were happy they said and comfortable.

Well I am going to get some rest and its off to bed for me.

Keep smiling and healthy.

l

Judy

Badddddddd Blogger!!!!!!!!

Yes that's me. I am sooooo sorry, I have been recuperating after such a busy time.

In a matter of 2 months, I have had my brother pass away, the birth of another Grandaughter and the wedding of my youngest daughter Melinda. They say that the only time you usually see all the family and that isat a wedding and funeral. This is just so true. I have seen more of my family (distant family) in the past two months than I have seen of them in the past two years. How sad is that. It doesn't help that we are spread over three states.
I am still working long hours but I must say it is very rewarding. No not on the money side of things, but to be able to work in a place that is also your hobby, it is just, just just............great.

My life at the moment is, work Monday thru to Thursday 9.30a.m.. - 5.p.m. Friday 9.30am to by the time the crop is over leave the shop at the minimum of 1.am saturday Morning. Then work in the shop Saturday 10am - 5p.m. and then Sunday 11am - 3 p.m. As of Tomorrow I will be having Sundays off and Jodie is going to work the 4 hours as Jeff can come in with her and help out.(she can't feed while serving, unless she wants to flash her boobs). Jodie has been coming in on a regular basis but it is very hard with a 6 week old baby and a 3 year old, just to get organised. But all the amount she comes in helps me. Thankyou Jodie for all you do...

Bill has been fantastic... I could no ask for a better husband. The support he gives is remarkable.(i don't know what I did to score such a catch, but whatever it was I must have done a great job of it.) Thankyou darling for standing by me in thick and thin. I love you.

I have rambled on enough,
Keep smiling and healthy
l
Judy

The finish to a wonderful day.

After lots and lots of photos, it was on to the reception. With fun and dancing.
We had a DJ and he was setting up during the time between the ceremony and the reception. Majority of the guests went up to the RSL to enjoy the hours space, a lot just stayed at the reception centre. I must say that the AMBERLEE Receptions is definately the place to have a function. Nick and his staff were just so accomodating. We had a couple of elderley people. My Mum and Bills Dad< They wouldn't have made it if we went to the RSL. So they supplied us all with Tea and Coffee and biscuits. This was definately not part of the costs, but just as an added extra. Then I was asked if they could take out some hot nibble to guests who where trickling back. I said we hadn't paid for the hot nibbles, only pre dinner drin ks. Nick told me he hated wastage and he had quite a lot left over from the night befores wedding and would I mind. Of course I said I have no troubles. They served them and I think everyone had had their fill.

Then came the time for everyone to take their seats. Would you believe 8 people didn't even show up. We paid $65.00 / head for everyone and 8 didn't even show up. How rude. Especially when three of those were people who had rund up to ask if they could bring someone, and then thay didn't show. Any how the night was a big success.

The soup: choice of Pumpkin or Hearty beef and vegetable.
The Main: choice of Roast leg of Lamb or Oven roasted chicken.

There was so much food on each plate, that I don't think anyone could have been hungry.
On each table was: Red and white wine, beer, and soft drink and water. They just kept on refilling and replacing all the bottles as one was finished they would bring in another. Great service.
Then it was time for the formalaties. Boy I was so tired, I am glad that it is up to the Father of the Bride.
Bill got up and spoke quite fluently (after a small hic cup when he forgot what he was saying). He thanked everyone who had to be thanked, welcomed Glenn into out family and said how proud he was of his Little girl.
Then Arthur spoke (Glenn's Dad) he also did a remarkable job.
Then as Glenn would say, it was up to the MAN. Glenn told how he loved Melinda and Her smile and that he was glad she had said yes to him. He thanked everyone, especially William and Judith (yes that it was he said he was going to call Bill and I on the night and He did, He knows how much we hate those names, but we just get on a laugh and always will and he will continue to call us them) and then he spoke of his father who I think got a biger and bigger chest with what Glenn said about his dad was just tear jerking. Then he thanked the wonderful bridesmaids and flower girls and of course his groomsmen. They all looked stunning at that long table. This littlies behave really well.
Stuart then replied and then it was time for the telegrams, they themselves I think make a wedding.
Tony (Groomsman, at Bill and My wedding, 33 years ago,) Proposed a toast to the Parents of the Bride and groom.Thanks Tony you did a great job. He filled in for Jim. (my brother who passed away 6 weeks ago) Jim was always the person who got up and spoke at all our family occassions, He was greatly missed on the night.
After that it was time to cut the cake and the bridal walz. What alovely couple.
After lots and lots of dancing.
THE DESSERTS.
They cought out a buffet of desserts. We had to pick out six - eight desserts for the night. The way the crowd decended I think it was well worth it and well received. I must say, not much left.
Then more dancing, and then it was the Garter and Bouquet throw. Melinda wore my garted I wore at my wedding but we bought a new one for her to wear also and that was the one that was thrown. It bounced of quite a few hands and then finally landed in Colin Houghton's hand,(One of my 2nd cousins) He proudly wore it on his arm for the remainder of the night. Then the bouquet throw. We were quite surprised at how far Melinda threw it. (Melinda has no coordination skills at all). Cindy Herdman jumped, (would have made any footballer proud) and she got the bouquet. Her Mum and Dad I think were saying oh nooooooooo!.
Then it was time for Melinda and Glenn to leave. We formed the circle while all the goodbyes and thankyous were said and they it was through a long tunnel they went out the front door. They were going in the photgraphers car (so noone could get theirs) as they were leaving I said my usual phrase as any of my kids go anywhere (Be good). Melinda's reply, I don't have to anymore I'M MARRIED! I think that said it all. They were going to the Frankston Beach for some night photos by the photographer. If anyone ever needs a photographer, I would have not hesitation in referring JAMES Babone. He was fantastic, well worth his money and went way beyond his duty.
Melinda and Glenn went and stayed at their own home in Cranbourne that night and left early Monday morning for Surfers Paradise.
After everyone left it was time for packing up. The presents(lots of them) the left over cake and then it was taking Mum back to the nursing home and then HOME.
Bill and I were completely and utterly STUFFED. I think it was just the fact that we had had such a busy time before the wedding with a funeral, with preparations, the birth of a new granddaughter and marrying off our daughter along with still working and running our own businesses. We couldn't just take time off and still get paid.

Melinda and Gleen returned home yesterday from QLD and said they had a fantastic time and again thanked Bill and I for all the work and effort into making their wedding day just superb.
And what Bill and I get out of all this,
We see our Daughter smiling and just so happy and in return we are just so happy that all is ok.
Life goes on! The circle of life! I seem to have this in a lot of my bloggs lately.
Bill and I always happy and don't interfere in our kids lives unless there is a need. We always say: IF OUR KIDS ARE HAPPY WE ARE HAPPY, BUT IF THEY AREN'T THEN DON'T GET ON THE WRONG SIDE OF US.
Life: A very long time. You are born and supported by your parents fully until you can get your own things. Then once you are old enough to support yourself, then you are on your own. If you make a wrong decision, you have made your bed then you must lie in it. Get yourself out of trouble, but at all times, we are there to support you mentally and help you mentally. You make your own decisions, whether good or bad, but they are your decisions and can't blame anyone else for them. It you fall we are there for you to help you climb up that ladder again. We will be there to share your good and bad times and know that our love has no boundries. We will love you forever, we may not like what you are doing or have done, but will ALWAYS stand beside you.
Keep smiling and healthy.
l
Judy

Sorry TOOOOOOOO tired!!!!!

I will blogg again tomorrow night, I am just so tired and I need more sleep. I have more photos of the wedding reception and will share I promise.
Keep smiling and healthy
l
Judy

continuation of the Fairy Tale

We were all seated when the Music commenced.

Out first were the Flower girls, Cassie (3) and Taylor (8). They were just beautiful. White dresses with a blue sash and carrying a basket of red roses. just superb. The two of them were just so confident and so different to the rehearsal. They walked slowly and smiled at all you took their photos. They took their place at the Gazebo. Next was Shona, Melinda met shona during her nursing course and have been friends ever since. Traveling to NZ together and nightclubbing. Shona has a beautiful smile, and her comment was that the day was just like a dream. Then came Adele, Melinda and Adele met at school and have been friend since Grade 5. Instead of Schoolies week at the end of year 12 they both traveled to China for 22 days. Adele was the one with the rose petals and pancakes in the morning. Then the maid of honour. Kristy. Kristy and her family lived next door to us for over 13 years and Melinda has been friends with Kristy since Kristy was 4 and Melinda was 6.Such a Beautiful Friendship, Like diamonds. Kristy stated that she thought she was more nervous than Melinda. She has only ever been to 2 weddings and this was her 2nd and best.

Then... after a short pause.

Melinda and her father Bill arrived. arms gently entwined, what a magical sight, the smile on both was wonderful to see. Bill stood proud and tall of his beautiful daughter. Walking up to the gazebo and handing his daughter to her husband to be.

Now Time for some photos

This was when Melinda saw the horse and cart for the first time and Bill Melinda, Cassie and Taylor travelling in the carriage.

Then there is the proud father of the bride, Bill and his daughter Melinda. Can't you all see how proud he was? Then it was time for the Vows. It was such a lovely but simple ceremony and one filled with plenty of love. They with plenty of cheers, they were pronounced Husband and Wife. Mr and Mrs Glenn and Melinda Hamilton. They made a lovely couple and quite obviously deeply in love. Then it was time for the fun photos and fun.

Melinda's Maternal Grandmother (Nana) and her Paternal Grandfather (Grandpa)..They were quite honoured to be part of their grandchildrens wedding. Although I am not sure if either really new what was happening.

Then that right me in a hat and all dolled up with Glenn, Melinda and Bill.

Melinda and Glenn enjoying their time with the horse and cart.

And then finally tonight I will leave you with OUR FAMILY.

In the front are Taylor and Cassie, Left to right

Jeff, Jodie, Chelsie, Judy, Glenn, Melinda, Mark and Bill.

The Davis Family as we are: Full of fun and laughter, Love and happiness and we wish everyone out there a wonderful night, and may they share their love with their own families, as we share ours.

I will post again tomorrow with more of the fun of the night with the reception details and MORE photos.

Keep smiling everyone and keep healthy.

Love and thanks,

Judy

ZZZZZZZZZZZZZ!

What an absolutly wonderful and magnificent day.
The weather was tremendous, no rain in sight, the sun was shining, the birds were even singing and horses were very well behaved.
The day started at 6.30am. Adel, one of Melinda's Bridesmaids stayed overnight on Saturday, got up and cooked Melinda Pancakes for breakfast and threw fresh rose petals over her for good luck, it is apparently good luck, and boy was the bride to be pampered.
7.30 off to the hairdressers for Adele and myself
8.15 Melinda Shona and Kristy arrived at the hairdressers, then it was Jodies turn then my mums (Marj) and then the very excited flowergirls.
The makeup run started at 10.30, as we were finished at the hairdressers, we headed home to the have the makeup applied. It all ran so very smoothly.
The flowers arrived at 9am and then it was Bills turn to take them off to Glenns house.
I picked my Mum up at the Nursing home at 9.30am and was back home at 10.15
Mark decided at 11am that he needed a haircut, so I took him down to Fountain Gate and while I was there I just happened to get a couple of bottles of Champagne. Before I left I decided to put on some homemade sausage rolls for the girls to nibble on. (I forgot them), Thankfully
Kristy and Adele decided to go near the oven for some reason, and found that the oven was warm. Saved by the bell.
When I got back from Foutain Gate we cracked the Champagne. 2 bottles do not go very far when you have 9 women,three men getting ready for a wedding. But it was just enough to wet the whistle.
At 2p.m. Taylor's shoes broke (Flower girl) so Melinda (Veil and all) along with her 3 Bridesmaids headed off to Fountain Gate to get some new shoes.
While they were gone Helped Mum get dressed.
Home again home again Jigety jig came the Bride and Bridesmaids, then the rush started.
The photographer arrived at 2pm and set up, and started taking photo's of everyone before they got ready. They got some beautiful shots of My mum with her 24 Great granddaughter (Chelsie).
The bridesmaid were in one room, I was in another with Melinda, Bill was in the ensuite having a shower. She LOKKED Awesome!!!!!!!!!. It just a speachless moment when you see you daughter first in her wedding dress and veil knowing that she soom will be a married woman. That initial sight is breathtaking.
PHOTOS PHOTOS and MORE PHOTOS, those of you that are married would understand that statement. You get sick of smiling.
Then it was time to get the flowergirls dressed. They were sooooooooooo patient. and they toooooooo looked georgeous. They got their necklace and bracelet on and they were ready. For a Three year old and an eight year old they were just so well behaved.
Then time for mum to get dressed.
Stocking, skirt camisole, jacket and then beieve it or not a hat. Yes I wore a hat. I felt just so special.
Then I looked over at Bill, standing in the background, in his stunning black suit, with his Silver vest and tie. I now know why I married him 33 years ago.. Maybe in the background but always there. Thankyou darling.
I walked out to see my 3 kids, Jodie looking soo well and beautiful in her tuorqoise tope and straight hair, my daughter Melinda in all her finery and looking stunning in white, and then my son Mark, what a stunner. Black Suite and vest,and turqoise tie. He is not always around but to see him standing there watching in awe as everything unfold around him was tremendous. Bill and I are just so lucky to have 3 absolutely together kids. They wouldn't miss anything that the other is doing. Thankyou my darlings you all are a credit to your Mum and Dad. We love you. Thankyou.
Then after more and more photos, it was time. The cars were waiting out the front, one for the Bride and her Father and the two flowergirls, and one for the three bridemaids and mother of the bride, Jodie Jeff, Chelsie, Mark and Mum (Marj)were off in Jodies car.
One minor stop, Cranbourne Hall. and there waiting was a beautiful white carriage, with two beautiful dressed white horses, and gentleman dressed in red top, just to sett off the occasion.
Out of the big car and into the Carriage went Bill, Melinda and the two flowergirls. I don't know who was so excited. The adults or the flowergirls, Taylor kept on saying I'm going in the carriage.
Off again. What a great site. Melinda and Bill even told us they had Japanese tourists stop and take photos, it just looked magical.
I was first to arrive at the reception centre, I jumped out of the car and made my entrance, The group and atmosphere was estatic, there were kids and parents from the schools at which Melinda and Glenn teach.
Mark and Jeff were handing out order of service sheets, the Celebrant welcomed me and then it was off to the Gazebo where I went and greeted my new son soon to be. He and his groomsmen were up there looking very dapper indeed. The groomsmen in their black suits and blue ties to match the bridemaids and the grrom........well what can I say....There in his black suit and gold tie, very stunning. I think the longer he waited the more nervous he got.
The the shout went up, There they are in a horse and carriage....... It was just all so fairytale like, I feel like I am writing a book.
I am going to close this blogg this time for now and will return soon with the remainder of the farytale.............and photos.

Until then
Keep smiling and healthy
L
Judy