13 July - 8 August 2009

Chree and I spent a simply delightful 26 days in Australia with Kris Higman.  A week of playing tourist in Sydney, then Kris and I had to work (please try to restrain your tears!) for a week each in Perth, Gladstone, and Townsville while Chree relaxed and enjoyed all the attractions that each place had to offer.  A word to the wise: if you can find them, SW Australia Cabernet-Merlot blends are to die for!  Unfortunately, the Aussies keep all the good stuff for themselves! Also to die for: United Airlines international business class.