We have spent a lovely few days with Rudolf and Conny at their delightful home in Point Lonsdale. Point Lonsdale is the western headland which marks the entrance to Port Phillip Bay and the city of Melbourne.
Initially the weather was cold, only 14 degrees, and there was a biting wind blowing from the south east. My fleece jacket was well used.
Their garden was beautiful, and full of interesting shrubs, flowers and trees. It was a perfect place to sit in, to read a book or admire the plants and listen to the abundant bird life.
We watched Rudolf play in a bowls match on Saturday, which was interesting. There is more to bowls then just rolling a ball towards the kitty. Great skill is required. Rudolf's team won their match, but his club lost by two points.
I love the colourful club outfits, so much better than traditional whites.
The sun finally appeared, just in time to visit Jason, Angela and Alice in Woodend. Woodend is out towards Mt Mascal, and Hanging Rock, which is the setting of the fictional story, 'Picnic at Hanging Rock'.
Angela and Jason took us to a peony farm, not far from Mt Mascal. A magnificent setting, with peony fields set on a hillside, and surrounded by dense bush.
Rows of Karl Rosenfield blooms.
A newly formed dam.
Alice with huge bunches of peonies.
The peony 'Red Charm'.
Jason and Angela's house in Woodend has been transformed from a wooden cottage with a long front verandah, after much hard work, into a large and very comfortable family home. Great creative ideas.
They have two hens, the name of one I have forgotten but one is called Lucy. They lay plenty of eggs and love company. Real characters. Every time we went outside they made plenty of noise, and wanted to join us.
We went out to lunch at an amazing restaurant, with panoramic views over the hills and valley. One wall of the restaurant was glass. The food was delicious. A perfect setting for a family lunch.
Father and son, Rudolf and Jason, posing on the balcony in front of the restaurant. Rudolf is Walter's brother. Plenty of family likeness there.
And finally, back to Point Lonsdale with a walk along the coastal path, towards a cafe in Point Lonsdale. A beautiful warm and sunny day.
Sadly our few days came to an end and we were off again. Destination - Aldinga Beach and Adelaide. Looking forward to seeing all our family there.
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