Author Archives: John

It’s been a strage day. The soaring weather has been a bit changeable. Yesterday I had a rest day because the weather was not brilliant. Today was looking better.  Everyone said they would be launching about noon, so after preparing … Continue reading →

I’m having fun at the Southern Cross Gliding Club’s annual camp at Cootamundra in country NSW. It’s bloody hot out here – 36 to 40 degrees. That’s good for thermals and good for gliding. But not for everything else. I’ve … Continue reading →

Nephew Alexei has departed on the next leg of his travels. He’s in Cairns for a Daintree experience then he’ll be embarking on a “liveaboard” diving trip on the barrier reef. He’s an experienced diver and is looking forward to it. (He … Continue reading →

We had a quiet New Year’s Eve, watching the Sydney fireworks display on television. Been there on the harbour, done that. But it is still very spectacular on TV!  On New Year’s Day we hosted a barbecue with Viv, Chris … Continue reading →

Hot days and hot nights in Sydney. The aircon is getting a workout at home, but it’s a great time to be at the beach. Jan, me and Alexei headed to Fisherman’s beach near Long Reef for a dip. It’s … Continue reading →