MonaVie

Monavie is a drink that helps people eat fruit and make it easier to get as close to 6 servings of fruit as possible. Monavie drinkers pay $2.50 a day per person. Try to go to the store and buy a handful of acai berries, an apricot, a handful of purple grapes, a handful of white grapes, a handful of cranberries, a handful of blueberries, a pear, a kiwi, a pomegranate, a passion fruit, some camu camu, a banana, a nashi pear, a lychee fruit, a Glucosamine pill and a prune and see if you can leave the store under $2.50. And see if you can do it in under 2 minutes. That's as long as it takes me to drink 30ml of Monavie twice a day. This makes sense to me and it's easier than taking vitamins. If you are interested in drinking the juice or marketing the juice, I will be glad to help you.

Princess Niece # 4

Doing an on-the-spot rendition of the Pulp Fiction move made famous by Uma Thurman, Princess #4 entertained the kitchen helpers during the afternoon.

The Jumping Castle

The children enjoying the jumping castle

Christening at St Luke's Uniting Church

The Spit Roasts

Lamb on a spit. ..................................... Pig on a spit.

The Christening Cake!

Birdsville - The Royal Christening

The long Melbourne Cup weekend saw most of the Royal family enjoying a rare family gathering in Birdsville. The occasion? The Christening of our youngest royal - Princess Heaven. All hands were on deck to aid Lord and Lady Brewer as they prepared their summer home for the gathering. Guests travelled from far and wide for this momentous occasion. The jumping castle was a big hit with all attendees! The buffet and spit roasts were magnificent, the desserts glorious. Lady Brewer made the christening cake herself (and did a fine job). HRH helped with the decorating, both were pleased with the results. The Royal Guard was able to leave early to take up his other royal duties, knowing we were very safe. The Queen Mother held court graciously, whilst the Princesses all did a great job, helping in the kitchens and entertaining Little Heaven. Lord No-a-lot danced to the Queen Mother's tune with a spring in his step. He even celebrated his own birthday quietly, so that Little Heaven could have all the limelight on her special day. The Consort gave the Royal chaffeur a break on the trip home and drove ALL the way.

THE FETE!

TREASURE ISLAND

PLANTS GALORE! (cheap too)

The Consort on sausage cooking duty.

Holy Trinity Anglican Church Hastings, held their annual fete today, 18th October. It was great fun, a beautiful day, lots of bargins, games, face painting, bric a brac and raffles. Hopefully a lot of money was raised to help us continue to do God's work in the Hastings community.

HRH and The Consort enjoying the pool. It has been a long process (much longer than quoted), waiting for our new pool to be complete and 'swimmable'. HRH has been in every day since the pool opened for the Royals to use. HRH is very content and loving her pool. LDP and The Consort have been in ONCE! The Solar heating works a treat! There are still issues with the filtration system and staining to the interior, but hopefully the pool company will honour their contract and promises and fix it soon.

Specialist entrance at Cabrini

It certainly felt like Spring and looked like Spring, and IT was Spring! These beautiful gardens are for you to enjoy as you enter the Consulting Suites at Cabrini Hospital. LDP and HRH went there recently to see the Royal Opthalmologist, James, to have our regular eye check. Not only is James thorough, but he has a pleasant 'bedside' manner. Since the sad passing of Michael, our usual Opthalmologist, the Royals have been visiting James. LDP and HRH have healthy eyes and don't need to see James for 2 years!

The Royal Hairdressers

The Little Drummer Princess and HRH take a long overdue visit to the Royal Hairdressers in Somerville, Metamorphic. Mel, Grace and the girls are happy to do all they can to meet your hair requests. They love to spend time with you advising on styles, colours and product to make the most of your crowning glory. Give them a call. We were both very pleased with the results. You might notice that HRH has a considerable 'chop'! The Consort was not entirely happy.

Entertaining our NZ visitors

HRH was visited by her little NZ family members. Grade 3 helped entertain them during a picnic lunch and subsequent sunny afternoon. We took tables outside, coloured, played soccer, skipping games and used remote control cars. Fun for all!

A Celebration!

HRH celebrated her birthday with the help of her 'buddy' and class. 'Buddy' R not only came armed with pressies, but also these lovely platters of goodies to share. We all had a lovely time over morning tea. We were the envy of many who watched our small party in awe! Thank you very much 'Buddy' R.

Elmo and Celest

The Consort loves his new little niece, Lady Celest. He played with her and Elmo for ages at our recent family gathering.

Warrior leaves reservation!

Nephew of HRH, Once Were Warrior, left the reservation briefly to attend a family gathering.

OWW was even caught holding the newest family member, Lady Celest.

At the entrance to the Hyatt Regency at Sanctuary Cove we viewed the transport awaiting the newly weds.
Scones with jam and cream were the first delicacies to arrive for our High tea.

Followed by Panne cotta, finger sandwiches, cakes and tea and hot chocolates. The afternoon was a wonderful way to wind down after a busy week.

Shopping in Kingscliff

A variety of gifts and homewares for the discerning eye. Browse 'til your heart's content. An experience not to be missed for the serious shopper. Contact Kathryn at Designing Styles by visiting her website to see what they have.

Watching surfers catching waves just south of Kingscliff.

Miss Jane and HRH went for a drive to N.S.W. We enjoyed breakfast in Kingscliff and sat on seats on the pavement outside the cafe. Along the pavement, these disks designate where the seating must remain behind so as not to encroach into pedestrians pathways.

HRH leaving on a jet plane

HRH's pilot preparing for our flight to Brisbane. Virgin airlines are very helpful when transporting the Royals. HRH is escorted on to the aircraft BEFORE all other passengers.

The Royal Gardens

The Royal Gardens are producing lovely fresh veggies for the Castle. HRH and the Consort are enjoying saving taxes and spending less.

A Day in the life of HRH

An early morning visit to the Pearcedale Farmers Market. Lots of goodies to choose from.
Followed by a visit to our favourite pool shop to get our pool water tested.
A lovely view from the pool shop window.

Hail! Rain! Shine!

The view from the Castle window at 6 p.m. on Friday evening!

The hail came thick and fast! But it excited the Consort.

The Royal Hockey Manager

Whilst it is often difficult to get good help, H.R.H. is very pleased with the under 9's hockey team manager. It is help like this that makes it possible for the Kingdom to run junior hockey. Well done Mr T.

The Royal Gardens

H.R.H. ventured out to the Royal Gardens early this morning. The Castle residents slept on... and ... on. Broccoli and spring onions growing abundantly. H.R.H. picked some broccoli to blanche and freeze. Turnips were planted in the plot, and space prepared for the upcoming peppers and butter beans. Praise God for rain and sunshine!

Speech rehearsals

H.R.H. and Lady Di discussing their speeches prior to delivering them to the masses. Note: The Consort reminded the Royals to think of the audience in their underwear, to help overcome any nerves that may have been lingering.

Quilters Are We!

Patchwork quilt in the making. The Mahogany Quilters will quilt these squares of old photos, showing time advancing, to be displayed at the Mahogany Neighbourhood Centre.

Mahogany Neighbourhood Centre

25 years of hard work is celebrated in style! H.R.H. and Lady Di were treated to scones with jam and cream; chicken and avocado fingers; champagne and o.j.; and many more tempting morsels. We thoroughly enjoyed the afternoon, renewing old acquaintances, reminiscing; networking and just enjoying ourselves. With over 100 subjects and dignitaries in attendance, H.R.H. and Lady Di WOWED! everyone. Thanks to organisers and all!

Images galore!

A collage of images to feast your eyes on

Tuppence a bag!

Not on the steps of Saint Paul's today ..... but outside South

Melbourne Market in Coventry Street. Hence the song - very apt.

Early each day to the steps of Saint Paul's
The little old bird woman comes.
In her own special way to the people she calls,
"Come, buy my bags full of crumbs.
Come feed the little birds, show them you care
And you'll be glad if you do.
Their young ones are hungry,
Their nests are so bare;
All it takes is tuppence from you."
Feed the birds, tuppence a bag,
Tuppence, tuppence, tuppence a bag.
"Feed the birds," that's what she cries,
While overhead, her birds fill the skies.
All around the cathedral the saints and apostles
Look down as she sells her wares.
Although you can't see it, you know they are smiling
Each time someone shows that he cares.
Though her words are simple and few,
Listen, listen, she's calling to you:
"Feed the birds, tuppence a bag,
Tuppence, tuppence, tuppence a bag." (written by the Sherman Brothers, sung by Julie Andrews in Mary Poppins)

The Royal Jewels

The celebrated P.A. has purchased a new crown for H.R.H. It is valued and treasured. Insured against grumpy moods, tears, frowns, hard knocks and disloyal subjects, H.R.H. is sure to enjoy wearing her 'little

wonder'!

In the mix?

I was all mixed up!

Saving Lives!

The helipad at the Alfred Hospital gets a lot of use. Helicopters arriving with their patients. Right on top of Commercial Rd. Thank God for modern medicine and facilities in Australia.