Been home just over a year......
Oct 23rd 2009, 6:55 pm
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Been home just over a year......
and love it more than ever! 
First few months being home were a tad rocky, then we found our feet and settled in well.
Hubby has just qualified as a plumber and has loved retraining. I'm loving my job, which is a first for me!
Our house is our home. First time in a long time I have called a house my home. I reckon they'll carry me out of here in a box I love it that much. Have loved watching the seasons change throughout this year, planting different plants in my lovely garden and watching them thrive and not shrivvel and die despite copious amounts of water! We've spent amazing quality time with family, been to some wonderful places with scenery to take your breath away.
Kids have settled in brilliantly and both have a great bunch of mates. They play down the park, which just happens to be at the bottom of our garden, ride their bikes around the quiet streets. Son plays for West Devon cricket and our local football club, which hubby manages. Daughter can usually be found up to her elbows in horse-sh*t at the weekend and as happy as a pig in sh*t with it!!
Looking forward to Christmas when all the family are coming to us. I've already been through the local woods and collected fir cones to make my wreath! Can't wait. It's turning all Autumnal now, the leaves on the trees are turning the most amazing shades of reds, ambers and yellows. The squirrels down our garden in the old oak tree are forraging for their winter stock. The nights are drawing in and it's fabulous to be able to 'bed-down' for the evening and turn the fire on, close the curtains and snuggle. Just love it!
Just wanted to let you guys know that all is well. Life is very good back home and none of us regret a moment of our decision. Even my husband, who was a staunch Australia fan loves being home
All the very best to those of you due to come home soon.
First few months being home were a tad rocky, then we found our feet and settled in well.
Hubby has just qualified as a plumber and has loved retraining. I'm loving my job, which is a first for me!
Our house is our home. First time in a long time I have called a house my home. I reckon they'll carry me out of here in a box I love it that much. Have loved watching the seasons change throughout this year, planting different plants in my lovely garden and watching them thrive and not shrivvel and die despite copious amounts of water! We've spent amazing quality time with family, been to some wonderful places with scenery to take your breath away.
Kids have settled in brilliantly and both have a great bunch of mates. They play down the park, which just happens to be at the bottom of our garden, ride their bikes around the quiet streets. Son plays for West Devon cricket and our local football club, which hubby manages. Daughter can usually be found up to her elbows in horse-sh*t at the weekend and as happy as a pig in sh*t with it!!
Looking forward to Christmas when all the family are coming to us. I've already been through the local woods and collected fir cones to make my wreath! Can't wait. It's turning all Autumnal now, the leaves on the trees are turning the most amazing shades of reds, ambers and yellows. The squirrels down our garden in the old oak tree are forraging for their winter stock. The nights are drawing in and it's fabulous to be able to 'bed-down' for the evening and turn the fire on, close the curtains and snuggle. Just love it!
Just wanted to let you guys know that all is well. Life is very good back home and none of us regret a moment of our decision. Even my husband, who was a staunch Australia fan loves being home
All the very best to those of you due to come home soon.
Oct 23rd 2009, 8:01 pm
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Re: Been home just over a year......
and love it more than ever!
First few months being home were a tad rocky, then we found our feet and settled in well.
Hubby has just qualified as a plumber and has loved retraining. I'm loving my job, which is a first for me!
Our house is our home. First time in a long time I have called a house my home. I reckon they'll carry me out of here in a box I love it that much. Have loved watching the seasons change throughout this year, planting different plants in my lovely garden and watching them thrive and not shrivvel and die despite copious amounts of water! We've spent amazing quality time with family, been to some wonderful places with scenery to take your breath away.
Kids have settled in brilliantly and both have a great bunch of mates. They play down the park, which just happens to be at the bottom of our garden, ride their bikes around the quiet streets. Son plays for West Devon cricket and our local football club, which hubby manages. Daughter can usually be found up to her elbows in horse-sh*t at the weekend and as happy as a pig in sh*t with it!!
Looking forward to Christmas when all the family are coming to us. I've already been through the local woods and collected fir cones to make my wreath! Can't wait. It's turning all Autumnal now, the leaves on the trees are turning the most amazing shades of reds, ambers and yellows. The squirrels down our garden in the old oak tree are forraging for their winter stock. The nights are drawing in and it's fabulous to be able to 'bed-down' for the evening and turn the fire on, close the curtains and snuggle. Just love it!
Just wanted to let you guys know that all is well. Life is very good back home and none of us regret a moment of our decision. Even my husband, who was a staunch Australia fan loves being home
All the very best to those of you due to come home soon.
First few months being home were a tad rocky, then we found our feet and settled in well.
Hubby has just qualified as a plumber and has loved retraining. I'm loving my job, which is a first for me!
Our house is our home. First time in a long time I have called a house my home. I reckon they'll carry me out of here in a box I love it that much. Have loved watching the seasons change throughout this year, planting different plants in my lovely garden and watching them thrive and not shrivvel and die despite copious amounts of water! We've spent amazing quality time with family, been to some wonderful places with scenery to take your breath away.
Kids have settled in brilliantly and both have a great bunch of mates. They play down the park, which just happens to be at the bottom of our garden, ride their bikes around the quiet streets. Son plays for West Devon cricket and our local football club, which hubby manages. Daughter can usually be found up to her elbows in horse-sh*t at the weekend and as happy as a pig in sh*t with it!!
Looking forward to Christmas when all the family are coming to us. I've already been through the local woods and collected fir cones to make my wreath! Can't wait. It's turning all Autumnal now, the leaves on the trees are turning the most amazing shades of reds, ambers and yellows. The squirrels down our garden in the old oak tree are forraging for their winter stock. The nights are drawing in and it's fabulous to be able to 'bed-down' for the evening and turn the fire on, close the curtains and snuggle. Just love it!
Just wanted to let you guys know that all is well. Life is very good back home and none of us regret a moment of our decision. Even my husband, who was a staunch Australia fan loves being home
All the very best to those of you due to come home soon.
Seriously, sounds bloody wonderful, very happy for you.
Oct 23rd 2009, 9:12 pm
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Re: Been home just over a year......
Great to hear that Tracey! Colour me green with envy - it sounds just perfect!
Oct 24th 2009, 1:53 am
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Re: Been home just over a year......
and love it more than ever!
First few months being home were a tad rocky, then we found our feet and settled in well.
Hubby has just qualified as a plumber and has loved retraining. I'm loving my job, which is a first for me!
Our house is our home. First time in a long time I have called a house my home. I reckon they'll carry me out of here in a box I love it that much. Have loved watching the seasons change throughout this year, planting different plants in my lovely garden and watching them thrive and not shrivvel and die despite copious amounts of water! We've spent amazing quality time with family, been to some wonderful places with scenery to take your breath away.
Kids have settled in brilliantly and both have a great bunch of mates. They play down the park, which just happens to be at the bottom of our garden, ride their bikes around the quiet streets. Son plays for West Devon cricket and our local football club, which hubby manages. Daughter can usually be found up to her elbows in horse-sh*t at the weekend and as happy as a pig in sh*t with it!!
Looking forward to Christmas when all the family are coming to us. I've already been through the local woods and collected fir cones to make my wreath! Can't wait. It's turning all Autumnal now, the leaves on the trees are turning the most amazing shades of reds, ambers and yellows. The squirrels down our garden in the old oak tree are forraging for their winter stock. The nights are drawing in and it's fabulous to be able to 'bed-down' for the evening and turn the fire on, close the curtains and snuggle. Just love it!
Just wanted to let you guys know that all is well. Life is very good back home and none of us regret a moment of our decision. Even my husband, who was a staunch Australia fan loves being home
All the very best to those of you due to come home soon.
First few months being home were a tad rocky, then we found our feet and settled in well.
Hubby has just qualified as a plumber and has loved retraining. I'm loving my job, which is a first for me!
Our house is our home. First time in a long time I have called a house my home. I reckon they'll carry me out of here in a box I love it that much. Have loved watching the seasons change throughout this year, planting different plants in my lovely garden and watching them thrive and not shrivvel and die despite copious amounts of water! We've spent amazing quality time with family, been to some wonderful places with scenery to take your breath away.
Kids have settled in brilliantly and both have a great bunch of mates. They play down the park, which just happens to be at the bottom of our garden, ride their bikes around the quiet streets. Son plays for West Devon cricket and our local football club, which hubby manages. Daughter can usually be found up to her elbows in horse-sh*t at the weekend and as happy as a pig in sh*t with it!!
Looking forward to Christmas when all the family are coming to us. I've already been through the local woods and collected fir cones to make my wreath! Can't wait. It's turning all Autumnal now, the leaves on the trees are turning the most amazing shades of reds, ambers and yellows. The squirrels down our garden in the old oak tree are forraging for their winter stock. The nights are drawing in and it's fabulous to be able to 'bed-down' for the evening and turn the fire on, close the curtains and snuggle. Just love it!
Just wanted to let you guys know that all is well. Life is very good back home and none of us regret a moment of our decision. Even my husband, who was a staunch Australia fan loves being home
All the very best to those of you due to come home soon.
Oct 24th 2009, 2:05 am
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Re: Been home just over a year......
Great to know that everything is working out well for you and your family 
Oct 24th 2009, 4:10 am
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Re: Been home just over a year......
Great news Tracey, good to know you have all settled so well.
Oct 24th 2009, 4:31 am
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Re: Been home just over a year......
I echo everyone else's thoughts Tracey - really really pleased for you
Oct 24th 2009, 8:28 am
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That's it then chuck, we will be down to see in the new year...i mean it
Life is fab for us too, i just wish i knew this before we left. But i suppose we all have a 'daft moment'
Life is fab for us too, i just wish i knew this before we left. But i suppose we all have a 'daft moment'
Oct 24th 2009, 9:20 am
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Re: Been home just over a year......
Good for you Tracey
Dont know about you but i have a continuous warm and fuzzy feeling insode all the time now. I am just so contented with life. Happier than i have been for years. It good when you realise you are where you belong.
Dont know about you but i have a continuous warm and fuzzy feeling insode all the time now. I am just so contented with life. Happier than i have been for years. It good when you realise you are where you belong.
Oct 24th 2009, 12:07 pm
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Re: Been home just over a year......
Thanks guys
Rach...you are more than welcome, look forward to it!
Flea, totally agree with you. I get a stupid grin on my face or end up getting choked up when something I see here really makes me go all warm and fuzzy. Just like this morning for example; I'm walking next to the river, it's really raging as the rain has been quite heavy overnight and it's flowing down from the moors, the sun just starts to peep through and reflects on the mass of fallen amber coloured leaves piled up against the old (1209 B.C) village bridge, and I get choked up it looks so beautiful! Pathetic! But true
Rach...you are more than welcome, look forward to it!
Flea, totally agree with you. I get a stupid grin on my face or end up getting choked up when something I see here really makes me go all warm and fuzzy. Just like this morning for example; I'm walking next to the river, it's really raging as the rain has been quite heavy overnight and it's flowing down from the moors, the sun just starts to peep through and reflects on the mass of fallen amber coloured leaves piled up against the old (1209 B.C) village bridge, and I get choked up it looks so beautiful! Pathetic! But true
Oct 24th 2009, 12:21 pm
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Re: Been home just over a year......
This really made me smile 
Very happy for you!!
Very happy for you!!
Oct 24th 2009, 12:43 pm
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Re: Been home just over a year......
It's good to hear you still feel the same way after a year even with the early hiccups. I'm really looking foward to seeing the Autumn colours next year and having a proper Christmas, even now after 9 years this time of year in Oz still feels so wrong.
Best wishes and hope things continue to improve for you.
Best wishes and hope things continue to improve for you.
Oct 25th 2009, 9:56 pm
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Re: Been home just over a year......
**** me, that's one seriously old bridge. I mean, I knew there was some old stuff in the yookay (unlike here in Oz where everything's like brand new), but a 3300 year old bridge?!?! Wowzers.
Oct 25th 2009, 11:28 pm
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Re: Been home just over a year......
and love it more than ever!
First few months being home were a tad rocky, then we found our feet and settled in well.
Hubby has just qualified as a plumber and has loved retraining. I'm loving my job, which is a first for me!
Our house is our home. First time in a long time I have called a house my home. I reckon they'll carry me out of here in a box I love it that much. Have loved watching the seasons change throughout this year, planting different plants in my lovely garden and watching them thrive and not shrivvel and die despite copious amounts of water! We've spent amazing quality time with family, been to some wonderful places with scenery to take your breath away.
Kids have settled in brilliantly and both have a great bunch of mates. They play down the park, which just happens to be at the bottom of our garden, ride their bikes around the quiet streets. Son plays for West Devon cricket and our local football club, which hubby manages. Daughter can usually be found up to her elbows in horse-sh*t at the weekend and as happy as a pig in sh*t with it!!
Looking forward to Christmas when all the family are coming to us. I've already been through the local woods and collected fir cones to make my wreath! Can't wait. It's turning all Autumnal now, the leaves on the trees are turning the most amazing shades of reds, ambers and yellows. The squirrels down our garden in the old oak tree are forraging for their winter stock. The nights are drawing in and it's fabulous to be able to 'bed-down' for the evening and turn the fire on, close the curtains and snuggle. Just love it!
Just wanted to let you guys know that all is well. Life is very good back home and none of us regret a moment of our decision. Even my husband, who was a staunch Australia fan loves being home
All the very best to those of you due to come home soon.
First few months being home were a tad rocky, then we found our feet and settled in well.
Hubby has just qualified as a plumber and has loved retraining. I'm loving my job, which is a first for me!
Our house is our home. First time in a long time I have called a house my home. I reckon they'll carry me out of here in a box I love it that much. Have loved watching the seasons change throughout this year, planting different plants in my lovely garden and watching them thrive and not shrivvel and die despite copious amounts of water! We've spent amazing quality time with family, been to some wonderful places with scenery to take your breath away.
Kids have settled in brilliantly and both have a great bunch of mates. They play down the park, which just happens to be at the bottom of our garden, ride their bikes around the quiet streets. Son plays for West Devon cricket and our local football club, which hubby manages. Daughter can usually be found up to her elbows in horse-sh*t at the weekend and as happy as a pig in sh*t with it!!
Looking forward to Christmas when all the family are coming to us. I've already been through the local woods and collected fir cones to make my wreath! Can't wait. It's turning all Autumnal now, the leaves on the trees are turning the most amazing shades of reds, ambers and yellows. The squirrels down our garden in the old oak tree are forraging for their winter stock. The nights are drawing in and it's fabulous to be able to 'bed-down' for the evening and turn the fire on, close the curtains and snuggle. Just love it!
Just wanted to let you guys know that all is well. Life is very good back home and none of us regret a moment of our decision. Even my husband, who was a staunch Australia fan loves being home
All the very best to those of you due to come home soon.
Oct 26th 2009, 3:52 am
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Re: Been home just over a year......
Looking forward to Christmas when all the family are coming to us. I've already been through the local woods and collected fir cones to make my wreath! Can't wait. It's turning all Autumnal now, the leaves on the trees are turning the most amazing shades of reds, ambers and yellows. The squirrels down our garden in the old oak tree are forraging for their winter stock. The nights are drawing in and it's fabulous to be able to 'bed-down' for the evening and turn the fire on, close the curtains and snuggle. Just love it!
Just allow me a smile to read what would be Godzone speak this side of the world...(there is no justice!)
Now now mate...