Riverfestival

Well, we have had yet another celebration here in Brisbane. This week is Riverfestival - a week long celebration of the Brisbane River. As if we haven't had enough celebrations, this one lasts 10 days. One major difference is there seems to be no public holiday to go with this festival. We rode our bikes downtown along the river to Southbank to check out all the action. Last night we went up to Mt. Cootha to check out the city wide fireworks demonstration. It was set to music on a local radio station - starting with "Jack and Diane" by John Cougar Mellencamp. Tim and I thought we were in some wierd time warp. Two F-111 fighter planes did some "dump and burn" at the start and finish of the show. Pretty impressive! I am hoping to check out some of the art exhibits that go along with the festival.

Last weekend we were invited to Tim's work for a tour. We had to read a leaflet and sign to say we would comply - no photos, no trade secrets, no improper footwear. Bizarely, there was a paragraph saying we agreed to good personal hygene. I did inquire as to what that meant, but the woman was rather vague in her response. Do I need to shower more? Have clean hair? Wear deoderant? Not urinate in public places? I had no idea and still have no idea what they had in mind when they wrote that. Anyway, it was good for Elliott to see what Tim actually does for a living. It seems like Tim talks on the phone and types on his laptop. It is good for Elliott to understand that is only a small part of things and there is an interesting product coming out of it all.

We are in the midst of Abe Lincoln - the Board Game today. A term's long project based on the life of Abe Lincoln. Both Tim and I are experts now; I'm not sure what Elliott has learned. We have done cross-word puzzles, speeches, and now the Board Game. Tim and I are hoping for High Standard for all our hard work!

Lastly, we have had rain this week! Several days worth! It has been thrilling. Not sure if it is enough to stop the more severe water restrictions, but we can hope.