Karaoke and Michael Jackson Show

Karaoke and Michael Jackson Show ......

Firstly I would like to say Congratulations to Lisa and Pete on the birth of their son Howie Daniel.

The last couple of weeks has been busy, with Podiatrist and Physio appointments trying to get my foot sorted. It is a slow process but hopefully now on the right track, should pick up my new orthodics on Thursday next week.

Thursday evening I had a wonderful catch up on Skype with H from the UK, it was great to see you and catchup. If anyone fancies a Skype call the best time is either Saturday or Sunday morning UK time ((which is Saturday night (as long as I am not already out or Sunday night in AUS.))

Socially I have also been busy getting out and about meeting new people. The highlights have been Girls Night including Karaoke Private room this Friday, thanks Karen for inviting me.  Friday was a blast, we went for dinner at Encasa on Pitt Street which is a Spanish restaurant that offers Tapas, Pizza and Pasta options and we managed to get 2 free jugs of Sangria (well played Karen). Couple of drinks at Malloys and then headed to K2 Karaoke club, 8 girls singing and dancing in was an absolute blast. Then the final stop was the Three Monkeys for a few drinks and listened to a band, finally arrived home at 3am.  Met Sue (Barbie girl), she is such a blast and originally from Plymouth will definitely be planning more nights out with Sue, Karen, Ros and the others was good fun.

Last weekend I was checking out the Theatres to see what shows were on, and found out that Michael Jackson History II show so decided to book myself a ticket.

History II - Program and ticket

My view was I that when you are watching a show you are not talking to anyone, so therefore why not go on my own. I am so pleased that I decided to go it was amazing, the atmosphere was electric.  While I was there I saw that the Ballet was on this coming weekend, so I have booked to see Sleeping Beauty by the Imperial Russian Ballet Company.

Sleeping Beauty

Also booked to see Swan Lake in October and going with Karen and Sue, that should be good as always wanted to watch Swan Lake so excited.

Organised my first Meet up 'Man in the Mirror' show is on at the local RSL and so far got 8 people coming along.

Catch you laters, hope all is well back in old Blighty....

Settling into Sydney

5th August 2012

It has been just over a month since I arrived back in Sydney and I am beginning to feel like I am settling back into the swing of things. Getting back into exercise and starting to get a social life as well, which is nice. 

Well what can I say about the Olympics, apart from Well Done to all the competitors competing on our behalf in the London Olympics 2012. Yesterday was such a good day for us with 3 Gold Medals, it was a nice feeling to here that first thing this morning. Keep up the good work it is nice to be third on the medal table, would be nice to get higher. 

Since my last blog my social life has gone from zero to a steady pace of activities. Starting with a After Work Drinks and Nibbles at the Crown Plaza in Norwest on Friday 27th July.  This was with a group called 'The Hills Social Group + 30', this is based in the Hills area and therefore gave me a chance to meet people who live near me. On Sunday 29th July I met up with the Sydney Diners Club to go round 'The Rocks Aroma Festival', this was another really nice meet up and a lovely group of people.   On Wednesday 1st August I met up with a group of ladies at the local Coffee Club, this was a great evening and exchanged numbers with a few people.

Yesterday I joined the local RSL Club, and had a girls night out with Karen and Roslyn. We headed to the RSL to see the Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons Show (and the Beach Boys). It was a good night we were up dancing away to the music and had a few drinks which was nice.

I am surprised that I am still able to type as I have written 8 letters this weekend, all of which will be posted tomorrow. Writing that much bought back memories of my exams and getting cramp in your hands for writing so much.

Will keep you posted on my adventures, to those that I have written too and others if you feel like putting pen to paper it would be much appreciated.

Finally would like to sign off by singing Happy Birthday to my friend Amy Batchelor who celebrates her birthday on Monday 6th August.  So here goes:

Happy Birthday to you, Happy Birthday to you, Happy Birthday dear Amy, Happy Birthday to you...... Love and miss you loads


  Happy Birthday Babe, Enjoy your Day