Christmas Eve 2023
Yesterday, I trudged along the beach grateful that I’d brought along the sunglasses as the sand at McCrae was blindingly white and soft, hence the trudging. It was easier to kick off the shoes and have a pleasant paddle. This is a magical time on the Port Phillip shores of the Southern Peninsula as thousands of city escapees are heading down for weeks of camping under the shady ti-tree, just steps from the water’s edge. Caravans, tents, swags, and enough Weber BBQ’s to feed everyone who drops in.
From now until Easter things will get crazily busy, local residents will grit their teeth and complain about the traffic. Business owners will be shouting “Come on down”, as several were when we were lunching last week.
Yes, regardless of religious persuasion, it’s time to kick back, don the thongs (both types), crack a coldie, and peel a few prawns.
Wishing all our readers a peaceful and relaxing festive season wherever you are.


Now I understand why Australians are reputed to have Christmas dinner on the beach. Your good wishes reciprocated, Lindsey
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Thank you Derrick. Not on the beach this year I’m afraid, we’ve now got a belt of summer storms putting a dampener on celebrations. No doubt Jackie will be cooking up a feast. Woody is working on a nice beef Wellington. Cheers!
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Sounds idyllic and a tad warmer than our cool weather here in Macedon. Merry Christmas Lindsey. Enjoy! 🎄🥂❤️
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Ha, it was now it’s all gone to you know where. Enjoy your cool Chrissie. Cheers! 🍾
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You too!! Enjoy 🥂🍾🎄
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I might moan about British weather, but hot Christmas days on the beach still seem odd to me. But enjoy yours -I’m sure I’d enjoy it too if I joined you.
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Ah, the weather has turned so it won’t be a hot one, sadly. Have a lovely day!
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Merry Christmas to you and yours!
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And to you too, and thank you. Cheers!
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Merry Christmas! It is white here too – snowed again!
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Brrr, enjoy!
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Merry Christmas to you too. I think I’ll keep my thongs on my feet! 😂
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And a raincoat by the looks of the forecast!!!🥂
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It’s freezing and windy as anything ☹️
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Wet, wet, wet!
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