Jesus blessed us with another beautiful day full of good experiences; we visited the Powerhouse museum (science, history, technology, desgin, etc.) yesterday along with grandpa and grandma & Lani, Trevor & Gavin.

The Diana exhibition -a celebration of her life- held pictures, movies of her childhood, pieces of her wardrobe, her wedding gown, family tree, personal books and letters, and documentation of her work for others left a very big impression on me, especially viewing her charity work and the things she and her family wrote about the very personal and inward suffering and rejection she had that motivated her. I never knew or realized, that the causes she embraced, championed and promoted, were always “difficult” ones -politically incorrect or unfashionable to be concerned or associated with. For example, she was the first public figure to be seen touching an aids victim, and she fought to bring awareness to the fact that 60% of aids victims were women and children, apparently a little known fact at the time. Yes, I was impressed and motivated myself. There were also testimonies/ interviewsof others who she inspired to devote their lives to giving to others. She really did leave quite a legacy.

There was plenty of fun stuff for the kids also.

…And the museum’s newly acquired Uggs boots worn by the main character in the Aussie movie ”The Castle” were priceless. Darren and I felt they must have been there just for us.

We rode a train into town (a first for the kids, and on pretty top on their “must-do” list), and rode a light-rail (tram) around the city back to the train station, on which we got to take in more sights. –That was fun! We got to see Paddy’s Market, Market

Tomorrow we fly to Brisbane to visit with Ben and Mel, and God willing, to spend a day at Steve Irwin’s “Australia Zoo” on the Sunshine coast. We’ll see the Gold Coast too, God willing, and if Darren can manage to drive us right on the wrong side of the road (in a car rental). I’m determined to try it out too, so pray for me, and I should be able to have “able to drive on both sides of the road” on my resume. heh. I’ll have to post pics later. cuz my battery is about to die. No worries, I’ll post, I have some good ones.  

Dad caught a fish today in the pond of his back yard. It was a big old carp & the highlight of the day. We released him, so he lived to be caught another day.

Later, we went to visit Paul, Joy, David, and friends in the Home nearby here. The kids enjoyed their pool. Thanks for having us guys! It’s great to get to know you all! xx

I think I’m in-love. Sydney is henceforth one of the most beautiful cities I have ever seen.

It reminded me of Boston -culture, design, style, beauty, business & pleasure –only bigger.

Then we went here and it was great! Did you know that Australia is home to the world’s most dangerous bird, spiders, and ants? Whew.

Our bus driver (on the ride back home) also told us that there are more than 10,000 wildlife species in Oz that are not yet named.

A very fun experience! Up close to the biggest sharks & rays we’ve ever seen, and a great barrier reef exhibit. We loved it.

A six pack of Corona costs $30.00 here.

A six pack of native beer costs $12-15.

A head of iceberg lettuce at a regular grocery store costs $3.39.

I wonder what Wallaby tastes like.