General Chat

Morning all..Dont know what it is like outside as I havent had a look yet.. Laurie Glad you arrived OK and hope everthing was in order when you got home. Did those dreadful storms go through your way. Lara Hope your place didnt suffer to much damage from the strong winds you got last night.. Jood.. How about a pre, dinner drink, if dinner is over so quickly,,Start 1/2 hour before dinner is served, lol Well I better go and pack so have a good one everybody and see ya from Orange.. Love Mary xxxxx

Day Nine Listen you louser ! There's enough pandemonium in this place night and day without nine drummers drumming, while the eight flaming maids-a-milking are beating my poor, old alcoholic mother out of her own kitchen and gobbling everything in sight. I'm warning you, you're making an enemy of me. Gobnait

oh people's we are getting an horrific wind storm here it's like a cyclone heaven help the firies if this is going through to Mansfield way its blowing in that direction let's hope it peters out before getting to the fires , all the dfurniyte oit door Tables etc just had to move them,in as they were being blown all over the deck my Christmas tree blew down and broke my favourite coloured glassball boo hoo but I was lucky it didn't do more damage as it blew down with the lights on it was on a table as well so fair way to fall . going to bed now ny nite all love Lara

Hi all, Jill don’t forget to let me know if you can buy that storberry wine, and if so, where. Mary, tried Mateuse (and Rhinegold, remember that?????) – when I was just 15-16 with some naughty girls at work lol. .. If I can’t find the storberry wine I’m after, I’ll buy PINK which is plentiful. .. Speaking of wine, my nieces hubby, who also doesn’t drink  asked me if I liked wine and I said yes, so he gave me a bottle of Goundrey 2005 Unwooded Chardonnay he'd received as a gift for Xmas. .. Sister won’t let me put it in her kitchen fridge, and bil wants to give it to a mate for xmas, I said NO. .. Sister (who is 6 years younger than me by the way) has graciously allowed me to have the Chardonnay for xmas and the pink stuff for new year – woohoooo. .. I’ll hide the chardonnay in my bedroom till the day before xmas, and will then sneak it in the garage fridge to get cold. .. Dreadful way to live isn’t it .. hahaha Fluffy have noted the two wines you tried, thank you. .. Speaking of your name, I used to drink Fluffy Ducks when I was a young-un too, I’m sure that’s what they were called, must have had a lot of fluffy egg or something in them. Fanny, soooo glad the kids were in touch with your Mum – fingers crossed, all will be resolved soon. Nah, Suzy, I would never be a TT – I just haven’t had the chance to indulge in much drinking over the past years, as I’ve always had to drive myself home. .. It doesn’t really bother me either way, but given the chance, with company, and not having to drive, I would play up a little. Anna, noted your Shiraz suggestion also Jude DIY took you off my WATTLER list, but please remind me when you come home. No Mary, still no wine tonight – gee tea is over in one minute and then bil is up from the table clearing it and washing down plates for the dishwasher! .. I believe I am allowed to have some wine on xmas day. Getting into the spirit - (well, a mug of hot milk) - I'd also like to thank all the Wattlers for letting me be part of you. .. Tony, I don't know what we'd do without you, you are an inspiration and so very talented in so many ways. .. You others, we have laughed and cried with you, hugged, comforted, and joked with, and been an essential daily part of my life. .. For that I salute you, and to those I have not yet met, I hope to catch up with in Mudgee 2007. Glad you arrived safely Laurie Love to all Jood

Good evening all Tony aka Rudes and Barcode Barb we are truly grateful for the priveliege of your expertise,friendship and sense of humour , poet writing and song writing that you bring to the thread I am sure I speak for all the Wattlers when I say we luvs ya and wish you Barb and the family all the very best for Chirstmas and the 2007, And I want to say there have been times throughout the year when I have been down but by just coming and reading all the the posts was enough to say to myself ' Ok get on with it your troubles are few' we have been so very lucky with our Wattlers there is not a nasty pasty amongst us we take each other as we come although we are all from different backgrounds. Yes we do have the common bond of FH to help bind it all together, but the sense of humour, the braveness and the sheer joy of some of the Wattlers on this thread never ceases to amaze me and I am so grateful for the meet that was arranged to welcome Ann to Australia the inuagural Wattlers meet as it turned out to be because otherwise I would never have met such a crazy gorgeous bunch of people thanks to all of you and Merry Christmas and a very Happy and Healthy New Year to all of You Love Lara PS just listening to Damien the Idol winner and he is singing the winners song 'You were there when I had the night of my life and that's exactly how I feel about all of you , you have been there every day that has been good for me this last year .

Still haven't read back so dont know if this has been passed on by anone else . . Printheth Lew sms'd me today to tell me that she has lost her phone connection again . . . Telstra !!! Bah Humbug !!!! luv Laurie

Honey I'm Home . . . and I really mean HOME !!!! Haven't had a chance to read back and catch up with what you have been doing since I left Sydney . . . will do so later when I have unpacked everything. Had an eventful trip . . . yesterday I nearly drowned in the downpour at Tuncurry, poor old umbrella had to go to the rubbish! They aren't much good when they are turned inside out. Today was 'Old Farts' day on the road . . . you know the ones that do 80 along the highway untill you get to a passing lane when they do 110 so you can't pass them. But finished the day off nicely with a cup of coffee with the Queen at Coffee Club while she was waiting for the young prince to finish work. I want to take this opportunity to wish one and all a wonderful Christmas, and health and prosperity for 2007. Thank you all for being part of my life, you are all very special people. TLR & I are truely blessed to have you as our friends. Best go hang up some clothes and make the bed . . catch you all later . . . Safe travels to those heading out on the roads, luv Laurie

come to end of my day, gotta snooze nite all love Yvette x

Hi Diana, Best wishes to you too for a wonderful Christmas and a fantastic 2007 Gwenda

Just popped on here to wish you all a happy xmas and an even better 2007 Love Diana (aka Pink) xx

Tony I love your Feiendship story.. It is so true..I must be a fair bit older than most on here and when I look back on my life I can see changes where people come into my life and go again.and new ones take over..Its as if God says you have done your job with this lot so here is another lot for you.I feel very priviledged to know you all and cant believe we have formed such good friendships in such a short time.Taking up genealogy was the best thing I could have ever done, and to think a few years ago I thought it was the most boring thing I could ever do...lol Could be my crazy ancestors stop it from becomming boreing..he.he.he. I am sure all of mine should have been in straight jackets.. Love Mary xxx

Evening Wattlers...:>))) Veely hot here in Malbon. Got to 38c at 5:00pm, and i thank the lord for Aircons in cars.....:>))) Everyone should have the Lotto numbers. Jillaroo. Re: the Wattle Xmas tree. Sorry mate, but i dont have your home addy to post it off to you, unless you contact me by GR and give it to me, or unless you have mine??. When my puter spat the dummy a few months ago i lost 100s of Email addresses. Just in case i dont get the opportunity to get back on line. Barb and i would like to wish everyone on the Wattle thread,and your families, a safe, happy, and joyous Christmas.I hope somewhere along the way i have made someone smile, as that was my intention, and also hope that i have not offended anyone. Way back when the Wattle thread was first added i did say,If ever i say/type something that has upset an individual, please email me and i will remove my post, no questions asked. You have made me smile as well ( good medicine for the soul )and i have felt your sorrows and your joy's throughout the year. You really are a great bunch of peeps,and i think the high number of posts for this thread speak for itself.Extra warm wishes for those that have had a rough year,and one they would rather forget.( Walk on ) Yes....I may be the only male on this thread,that still posts regulary,but i am a very determined person...lol. Many people ( Female and Male) come and go from this thread,but i have found that there is great friendship and good positive vibes coming from this particular thread,......so why wouldn't i join in. This is a Genealogy site,designed for both male and female for the purpose of Family History and a friendly chat on general board to break the sometime frustrations of research,and i hope the few tips and the lookups that i have done for various peeps, has helped someone along the way. Thank you for your friendship, and may your god bless you and your families this Xmas,whoever you perceive him/her to be. FRIENDSHIP: People come into your life for a reason, a season or a lifetime. When you know which one it is, you will know what to do for that person. When someone is in your life for a REASON, it is usually to meet a need you have expressed. They have come to assist you through a difficulty, to provide you with guidance and support, to aid you physically, emotionally or spiritually. They may seem like a godsend and they are. They are there for the reason you need them to be. Then, without any wrongdoing on your part or at an inconvenient time, this person will say or do something to bring the relationship to an end. Sometimes they die. Sometimes they walk away. Sometimes they act up and force you to take a stand. What we must realize is that our need has been met, our desire fulfilled, their work is done.. The prayer you sent up has been answered and now it is time to move on. Some people come into your life for a SEASON, because your turn has come to share, grow or learn. They bring you an experience of peace or make you laugh. They may teach you something you have never done. They usually give you an unbelievable amount of joy. Believe it, it is real. But only for a season. LIFETIME relationships teach us lifetime lessons, things you must build upon in order to have a solid emotional foundation. Your job is to accept the lesson, love the person, and put what you have learned to use in all other relationships and areas of your life. It is said that love is blind but friendship is clairvoyant. Thank you for being a part of my life, whether you came for a Reason, a Season or a lifetime. God bless. Ya mate..the little Ozzie bloke darn sarf in Melbum....Tony Oz..x

aawwww golly its gushy time again, i got all soppy with the pp , and now you mary! although I don't/shouldn't /cant eat meat, there was a time when an old neighbour of ours used to fatten ducks for christmas. I was quite young and he would knock em all off, but he would pluck clean and freeze mine before he gave it to me. they were the most succulent xmas dinners ever. I've had to chop off some of my chookies heads, but they're buried in the garden. agreeing tooo, i love you wattlers, i really doooo. yvette x

Should have received your Power Point, Yvette. Congratulations on your number :) ~~~~~~~ to all. (I got the washing up done today :) Vonny

HI all... Well I have had a couple of white wines (Joodles take note) and feel very nicely nicely.. A relaxing night before the long drive tomorrow, I would like to take this opportunity to thank all the wonderful Wattlers who have sent me e/cards and messages for Christmas and say they are appreciated and recieved with pleasure.. You are the nicest people I have ever met and thank you all for making me feel so welcome.Your friendship means a lot to me and anyone who is wary of making the first step of joining the Wattlers ,,go fo it, you wont be sorry.. Now I have got that over I would like to say I am glad Suzy Q is not eating one of my chooks,, Ducks OK but not my chooks... If any one would like to receive Wattle picks and news by email could you send your email addy to Suzy Q as she is keeper of the Wattle list..he.he.he, sorry Suzy... Well its time for desert so back later Joodle Did ya get down to the garage.... Love Mary xxxxxxx

My recipe for Turkey or chicken stuffing first catch your onion, chop it up then boil it till soft drain but save the water, hurl cooked onions into a bowl add either fresh or dried sage, if using fresh chop finely. you will need more of the fresh stuff than dried. follow your nose and taste buds for this. then either add a very large knob of soften butter or a good shake of the wrist of olive oil, next add breadcrumbs enough to make a fairly soft mix, this is where the saved onion water comes in. salt is optional but nice freshly grounded pepper is good. have a good smell to test the balance of the sage if you think it needs more add it slowly Jillx

no sherry cause i wasn't making coconut ice, i have to drive again shortly and i really need my licence. getting that number i was tempted, so tempted so I thought 'whats good for the cat...must be alright' , + putting off going out again. we have a plumbing prob. Poss can usually fix it. bit late in the year to get a plumber and it looks like poss. has taken up archeology. like how often does it rain? the stuff hasn't stopped for too long and now we've got to cover the trench so it doesn't fill up.yvette x

Oh Fan hope you are feeling pleased with yourself! How much sherry did you slurp- have we led you astray? pmsl You beat the puddy cat!!!! I forgot to say Gwenda - slushy recipe now in folder as well - sounds very refreshing!

Hello you mad wonderful wattlers - oh I do miss you Many thanks for all the chrissie messages and cards, and the pickies. I'm still working my way through 168 emails at the moment ! So lovely of you all and such wonderful thoughts to share. Thank you Rudes for the wattle tree I have printed it off - so glad I have now worked out who is who on the bottom line - I was a little confused. I have been keeping up with all your news, but just haven't had time to post. I will be so glad to shut the doors tomorrow at 3.00pm. Its been particularly difficult to be polite when the person on the other end of the phone is abusing you, because they have left it too late to service/repair their car and we have no appts.left.Its never regular clients its always the nuts who leave everything to the last few days and want you to squeeze them in. Grrrr - grump over -sorry. Fan have copied out your rice paper recipe yummy - I can see me stuffing my face full as the men in our house wouldn't eat them (or I will be surprised if they do) - don't know whats good for them. ((( hugs)))) for Vonny & Trifley - and anyone else who is need of one All this bubbly/sparkling that is being consumed mmmmm - sounds good! We could all take a different one to Mudgee and do a taste test! Very hot one in Melb today, although the smoke has finally cleared a bit. Just hope we get the rain that is forecast the firies certainly need it. We go on level 4 restrictions Jan 1st. It hasn't been a very good week at home - first the washing machine packed up - it just wont rumba anymore (no spin), and then the dishwasher developed a leak and a nasty noise. I can get by without the dishwasher, but had to buy a new washing machine. Ooooo its sooo quite - I keep checking to see if its working lol. Bought another front loader ( had 13 yrs out of the last one) - Ken was grumbling - 'what do you want another front loader for- I don't want to have to bend down ' - Its been at least 10years since he has been near a washing machine (except to fix it!). Had the boys flumoxed - I had to show the computer whizzes how to use - score one for Mum! Can I ask everyone not to send me any emails from 24th dec until the 9th of Jan as I wont have access to a puta ( How am I going to cope with no wattlers for that long? - I ask you - its just not good enough!) I'm going to have awful withdrawal symptoms . I was hoping F.Christmas might come good with a lappy but the Money Pit has won out again. I might have to go home to babysit Cleo over that time so the first thing I'm going to do is try and catch up with the goss! Flakey your recipe sounds lethal - I'll have to pass it on to Ken - he used to make Creme de Menthe that was 70% proof - boy you only needed a small nip to feel merry. If I can find the recipe I'll get him to make some up for Mudgee. (only 8 weeks on Saturday) we all be very happy little wattlers- lol. Hello to duckers glad you and Mel are having some loverley time together. Mis -l-toe glad to hear things are better with you and OH Anna send some of your rain this way please - so glad the tank is filling up! ~~~~~~~~~ hello to everyone I haven't mentioned Hopefully I will catch u all over the next few days - I'm off home, I think I need a stiff drink - its been a very loooong day! xx jude diy

pussy cat oi ya, why arent you up?? getting slack dear. love from Yvette xxxxxx