The Week That Was (and Party Time in FX!)

Hi everyone. I have had a great week in Fitzroy.

I feel I have settled into a routine that revolves around early morning walks, working and studying. Friday night I added PARTY to the mix!! :-) I was invited to The Lodge for 'Happy Hour', which, of course, was an invitation it would be rude to refuse ...

Happy Hour went for about 3 hours and I met some great people. I think a lot of the local people had met me in passing, or new I had started here and were kind of waiting for me to show up somewhere social. I am glad I went. I know have a few offers of good fishing trips - all absolute on knowing where the barramundi are running.

After Happy Hour we went down to the local oval for a concert by Fitzroy Xpress http://www.fitzroyxpress.com/ , which was terrific. I wish I had taken my camera. Events like this are often the bands practise sessions, with a cover charge. They are family friendly, with no grog allowed.

Saturday I was taken out and about, on the way to and down into Donkey Crossing for a swim. Great pics. This is a 4x4 excursion, naturally. Everything you can see in the pictures will be underwater when the wet season comes proper. Not even what is called 'the Fitzroy in flood', just the river running. Amazing. I can't explain the quietness of the place. Even with some kids playing and a few blokes fishing, it was like the world was standing still. A few of us are taking the swags and spending a night out there this coming weekend .... crocs and all!!

Saturday night I felt a bit sorry for myself. I missed Viv's birthday bash. Happy Birthday Vivvy!!

Sunday morning bought my first real thunder storm here in Fitzroy. It was lovely. The place cooled down by 15 degrees almost instantly. Another storm came through on Sunday night. At times the raindrops were as big as golf balls, which makes for quite a racket with all the roofs in FX being tin.

The butcher from Derby drives in once a fortnight with meat and fish. Bought a truck load! Much cheaper and better quality than that available at the 'supermarket' here. Had local barramundi for dinner last night! I bought crocodile shanks .. not sure what to do with them, but I guess I will figure it out. I will let you know how that goes.

xx