The BIG 6-OH!

Hi everyone. Well it's official, I've reached the 60's, though according to Carol, the queen of birthdays, as she has claimed 49 and holding forever more, I will forever be 47!

I have had a fantastic birthday. Carol has made the day very special for me.

To all my family and friends who sent cards, presents, and wishes by email, and to all those who called me on the day, a special thank you. I'm a lucky boy to be surrounded by such good people.

As my birthday fell on Good Friday, we deferred our dinner out until Saturday night, as everything in Bairnsdale was closed. But needless to say, Carol cooked up a very special meal, complete with cake and candles, just for the three of us.

Dinner out was worth the wait. We walked up town to the River Grill, which was very classy and very good. The food was excellent. Pork & prawn wontons with 3 dipping sauces for John, and Carol's favourite of Twice cooked Pork Belly, followed by fantastic steaks for both of us. Can you believe it, there was no room for dessert. These country restaurants serve up such big helpings! It was a lovely night, all warm and cosy by the open fire. Very special indeed.

A big thank you to everyone.