Jan 18 2010
The long awaited update!…..
Howdy Folks,
I am super sure some of you were starting to think I had completley disappeared, and well I suppose in lots of ways I have! I can hardly believe that Christmas, and New Years have passed, and it has been just over four weeks since my last past!
I can’t even think of where to begin telling you of all that has happened lately, it really is mind boggling, but I am going to give it a go all the same 
So my last post was just before Christmas…… We had a wonderful Christmas with both sides of the family, sitting back and enjoying the very warm weather. I think the kids were in the pool for 5 hours total, so they most definitely had a wonderful time! I didn’t quite don the swimming cozy, but enjoyed sitting back on the patio catching up with my grandparents, and rellies. Unfortunately I forgot to pack the camera, so I can’t share any pics from that day.
The following day we had Boxing Day breakfast here with Rod’s brother, wife and kids who live away from us, so it was wonderful to catch up with them. I did however receive an awful phone call that day to say that a dear friend died from heart failure on Christmas eve. She was the sweetest gal, who I had the pleasure of teaching scrapbooking, and stamping in the past few years as a demo. She leaves behind a lovely husband and a 19month old son. It is so very tragic for all of them, and it was such hard news to hear. Just another reminder to live each day as a gift, and make the most of it!!!!
After all the commotion of Christmas and New Years, it has been time to get stuck into the packing, and planning for our move to Cairns in Far north Queensland! We also had two lots of International visitors, My brother;s and Rod’s brothers engagement parties, a trip to Adventure world, and oh so much more.
Rather than it being a boring post I thought I would share with you a couple of photos whilst I can, but unfortunately it won’t be stamping 
First up, I have some pics of a fun girls night out I had just before Christmas, with my dear stamping buddies. We had a wonderful girls night out, eating at a lovely restaurant, and of course a visit to the chocolatier for dessert!
My gorgeous friend Louise…
The beautiful Monnie Moo…
dearest Charmaine….
Here we are enjoying our decadent drinks!!! - what fun
What a great night we had and it all seems soooooo long ago already!
A couple of days later we celebrated Bryn and Kate’s Engagement party! What a fun night that was too! I had the pleasure of making all their party Invitations a few weeks earlier, and also arranged the cake as well., Oh la la, what an amazing job Julie did of it too! Ever thought of drawing the Baroque Motifs stamp by hand, let alone on a cake? Too hard right? Well not for Julie from “The Queen of cakes”, she even managed to make the Baja breeze as well. Here is a wee piccie of the gorgeous cake….
Pretty amazing huh?
You can see more of Julie’s AMAZING work on her website, HERE……
I managed to have a snag a picture with my spunky brother on the night, but not with Kate, which was a shame as she looked amazing!
Oh how I am going to miss him and Kate when we move!
So back to the big move, I am sitting here and it is 17 minutes to midnight, and we fly out tomorrow night! One last night in this house, and in this state. I would have thought that I would be really emotional about moving from here, seeing as it is the first property we have had since we got married and brought four little bundles home from the hospital, but it hasn’t been bad at all, which is good. I am sure it will really hit me as we drive out of that long driveway for one last time!!!!
So far we have been really blessed with good preparations and nothing has gone wrong. Let’s just hope that the rest all falls into place. We have so many decisions yet to make in regards to where we will live, Rod’s work, etc…. all we know is where the kids will go to school at this stage, so lots more to happen yet. What a relief to know that it is all in control and that God will guide us along the way.
Here is a couple of pictures of what is sitting in my driveway at the moment…….
This is the big Sea container with all our earthly belongings!!!
Nearly packed to the brim!!!
So we are nearly all packed and ready to go. The kids are excited, we are nervous, and it will all be a very big change for us all. I will be sure to keep you posted on what all happens, and I hope you enjoy this new journey along with me as well.
Since we have been so very busy, my stamps haven’t seen a lick of ink at all! I had really hoped to get some in but inbetween appointments, packing, cleaning, and farwells, I just haven’t had time. But I am dying to get my hands on some, and will most definitely be stamping the very minute I can get those stamping boxes ripped open!!!
In regards to the Inkspiration Challenges, the team and I are all set to get into them this coming Friday…..we have a fun suprise planned, so be sure to come back and read all about it then!
I look forward to sharing with you all again very soon!
Take care my friends
What a great post Keesh! Lots of love to you, Rod and kids for a very big day tomorrow (or today now). Big squeezie hugs to you my gorgeous friend. I will miss you more than you know but look forward to some great times ahead online, blogs, facebook and of course various visits here and there! You are, as always, an inspiration to me. Love you. xo
Have a successful transition, Keesh … thank you for sharing all your happenings.
Hi Keesh,
have been thinking of you. Hope the big move continues to go smoothly and you all settle in well in your new home. Lastly I hope your “itchy” fingers get to see some ink soon.
Love Kim
Good luck Keesh, on the move. I hope everything goes smoothly for you and your family, and that there is a bit of time in between to have some fun together. Can’t wait to read your updates!
Hugs,
Robbyn
Hey there gorgeous!!
Thought of you today when I woke up thinking how you’ll be walking out of that gorgeous big house and embarking on a lovely new adventure! I wish you, Rod and the kiddiwinkles all the very best and here’s to many visits up and down the coast between us!
Luv Dot
x
Hi Keesh, you have been a busy girl, gorgeous cake and such lovely photos with many happy memories, wishing you and your family a smooth and safe trip (and the container), what a wonderful adventure, hope you find your new home soon, take careX:)
Thinking of you and hope that your move goes well. Look forward to hearing from you from the other side.
Thanx sooo much for the update - hope everything goes well for you! Travel safe!
xXx
Thanks for the update
Glad you had an enjoyable Christmas and visit with friends. You have one nice looking brother too ;D Hope all goes smoothly with the move - post pics when you can so we can all see your new abode 
Hey Keesh!
Thanks for the update and the photos! Glad to hear you have had a great time over the summer holidays! Hope everything goes well as you move and settle in QLD! We will miss you here in WA, but know that you and the whole family will have an amazing time on your new adventure!
Michelle x
Keesh,
Have a safe and fun trip - yes it will probably hit you - take tissues just incase - but what an adventure awaits you, all together as a family.
Take care.
Wishing you a safe and enjoyable move and look forward to seeing your blog and where you will now be living. What a wonderful new start to the year.
What great photos! I will cherish those memories for ever, I hope your travels go with ease and all is well the other end for you. I have stopped crying now and can’t wait to hear your news from your new home. I will miss you all so much and feel so blessed to have you as a friend in my life. “Don’t let Jay use up that cow’s moo” ‘LOL’ Take care my dear friend and may God’s love keep you safe on your travels, lots and lots of love and inky hugs from Char
Hi Makeesha,
Best Wishes to you and your family during this move and for the future. Hope you all fulfill your dreams. You will be missed at our monthly meetings, but I am sure we will keep up with the goss from your blog.
Thank’s for the Christmas Card, I ran out of time, I will try to remember your Birthday. Happy New Year and Good Luck with everything.
Wondered if you were up in FNQ yet. Good luck with the move. What school have you chosen for the kiddlies? We have a few friends teaching up there and a Principal mate too. Look forward to hearing from you once you’re settled. Take Care!
Hi Keesh
Just wanted to wish you love and comfort for your big move. I left Perth 14 years ago i was 16 and my 14 yr old(then) sister stayed behind. its a huge move positive and negative but I know that the wonderful successful person you are, you will do extreamly well in Cairns. and at the end of the day as long as our babies are wth us nothing else matters..
take care and i look forward to hearing all about it.
xoxo
Katie
all the best Keesh!! And looking forward to seeing you all tomorrow morning!!
Love Steph xx
Good luck with the move sounds like you’re all under control
You will be fine Keesh, just enjoy the adventure. I remember getting on that plane to move from Perth to Qld and not knowing a soul at the other end 15 years ago and have had so many fab adventures along the way. At first it was a bit hard and I was homesick, but that passes. It’s now fabulous going home to see the family, but there’s a whole big world out there just waiting for you all. I wish you and your gorgeous family nothing but happiness and look forward to hearing about the adventures (I still think you will cry though!!)
Hey Keesh!!!!
WOW.. I can’t believe it’s here already. I know you and your gorgeous family are going to have the MOST amazing journey. Can’t wait to hear all about it. Stay safe and most of all ENJOY.
Thankyou so very much for everything you’ve done for me personally… I think you’re amazing and just love ya to bits.
xx SJ
Have been thinking of you & your family, hope you enjoyed your Christmas. Good luck with the new transition, I’m sure everything will go smoothly. Have you got one of those big sea containers filled with just your stamping supplies??? Glad to hear the inkspirations will be continuing, looking forward to checking back Friday…Enjoy your new life!!!
Do you guys have more hours in the day than we do?! I can’t believe everything you managed to get done since the house got sold! Amazing!!! Packing up a whole house is quite the task - and during the Holidays, on top of it! Wow…
I hope leaving won’t be too emotional. Have a safe trip and have fun settling into your new home.
Cindy
xxoo
P.S. That cake is amazing! Love the bow made out of Baja Breeze fondant!
Wow, what a massive four weeks you’ve had Keesh! Good luck with the move, can’t wait to hear you have safely arrived in my fair State! Good luck with all the unpacking, etc at this end love.
Hi Keesh, so much is going on for you. So sorry to hear about your friend passing away. We need reminders to live each day to the fullest.
You have been so in my mind these past couple of weeks Keesh. So thanks for the update. I can’t even begin to fathom what such an upheaval would be like. I so admire your strength and conviction undertaking such a huge move. I went bananas moving 3kms!!!
) I am saddened to hear of your friends passing. I hope the family is holding onto eachother.
The girlir night out looks massive (including the amt of calories in those drinks!!
The engagement party looks FAB and the cake ROCKS. Julie must have the patience of a saint. What a talent!!
I am now blogging (finally) so I hope to get involved with at least a couple of challenges this year. may your hassle fee journey continue and I wish you every blessing as you set up your new life. Ba-da-bing…ba-da-BLESSED!! ooxx
Have been thinking of you, hope all is going well, will be in touch again super soon.
xoxo
Hey Makeesha!
You sound like you have been so busy! I am really looking forward to catching up with you guys once you have landed and found your feet!
Blessings,
Claire
Hi Makeesha
Congrat’s on the sale of your house and your move, I have moved a bit over the years and enjoy the change and challengers it brings. My sister has just sold and moved out of her house in Melb, they have just started a 12mth trip around Australia with their 3 chirldren, I am very jealous and know she will have amazing time.
I am looking forward to having ago at your challengers again this year I have no study to do at this point I am still waiting to see if I got in to do my Diploma in Fitness. I look forward to hearing how you go with your move take care.
Vicki
Great bunch of pics Keesh! Ooh how exciting your now in Cairns! I will give you a call next week when your a bit more settled, take care and we will chat soon.
Kristy x
Hi Keesh,
Best wishes to you and your family for this new and exciting new stage in your lives!
Thinking of you!
Best Wishes,
Hugs,
Kylie X
Keesh, you are very brave! You haven’t moved house with Rod and now you’re moving to a brand new state! I know you guys are following what you believe is God’s plan for you and that’s the best place to be.
I pray for a smooth move, a safe flight and very little home sickness. Wishing you all the very, very best
xox
Hi Keesh, You’ve been a busy girl! Glad you had a wonderful holiday! Just wanted to wish you and your family the best of everything with your move into your new home. You’ll make wonderful new memories. Look forward to seeing you stamp again when you have free time.
So good to see you back! Blessings on a safe move, too!!
Kim
xoxoxo
Hi Keesh! Wow so much going on…I hope all goes well for you and that settling into your new place is quick and painless.
Love the piccie’s of you and the girls…sooooooo cute!!! GOOD LUCK with everything!
Wow, Keesh, what a brilliant post. Thanks for updating us (your adoring fans, hee hee) on the incredible highs, and the lows, of your Christmas season. You have been on the minds of MANY, you know?! Gorgeous, gorgeous photos of your girls’ night out. Thanks for sharing!