Spring at it's best Down Under.

[Fred]

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[JB400]

Looks like a nice place to migrate for the winter   Is the top bunk still open?

[A383Wing]

I suppose there are cats, ducks, or monkeys hidden in there?

Bryan  (my 3 working brain cells hurt now)

[BananaDan]

Nice pics, but I echo Bryan.  Where's the ducks, cat or your Charger?

[Fred]

Nice pics, but I echo Bryan.  Where's the ducks, cat or your Charger?

Out cruising! 

[ChgrSteve67]

Awesome pictures
Thanks for sharing

I love it when flowers are blooming and the colors in the fall.

Reminds me that I need to think about going for a fall cruise through Apple Hill for some Apple pies and fresh pumpkins.

[plum500]

Nice pics - thanks for posting. 

[Alaskan_TA]

What is the deep red shrub called? 

[Fred]

What is the deep red shrub called? 

It's a Kurume Azalea. They come in many colours.

[Fred]

Awesome pictures
Thanks for sharing

I love it when flowers are blooming and the colors in the fall.

Reminds me that I need to think about going for a fall cruise through Apple Hill for some Apple pies and fresh pumpkins.

Same here. Spring and Autumn are the best. Spring comes with a added bonus in that it smells wonderful too. Especially at dusk.

Definitely get out there and enjoy all it has to offer.  

[lukedukem]

that's at your house Fred. seems like it'd be alot of work. but it's worth it. looks good

luke

[Fred]

Yes it is Luke (my place) and it does take a fair bit of work but the wife is a keen gardener and even better supervisor and I like to keep active.  I must have been born with ants in my pants because I just can't sit still. I'm always looking for something to do and gardening is relatively easy.
And sitting out in it this time of year is really special.

[Fred]

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[Fred]

Looks like a nice place to migrate for the winter   Is the top bunk still open?

It's the guest bunk so it's first come first serve and you are welcome but remember..............ONLY I KNOW WHERE I LIVE!   

[440]

Looks like a nice place to migrate for the winter  Is the top bunk still open?

It's the guest bunk so it's first come first serve and you are welcome but remember..............ONLY I KNOW WHERE I LIVE!  

Possibly eastern side of the Dandenong ranges, Emerald or Macclesfield area?  Shotgun on the top bunk 

[JB400]

Don't underestimate the power of technology.

[Mrs440]

Stunning rhodie display Fred, compliments to both the worker and supervisor Are your orchids planted into pots or in ground? They sure look happy.  Ask 440 if he knows the difference between weeds and plants 

[Mrs440]

Being an ex victorian I'd be guessing location as Ridge Road, Kalista vicinity? Do I win the top bunk and the Charger? 

[bill440rt]

Beautiful yard, Fred! 

[cdr]

very very nice lookin place 

[cdr]

I FOUND FRED

[Fred]

Hey mate, I wish I was so lucky but that looks a whole lot more like skip tp me. Ask the ladies, I'm sure they'll confirm it. 

[Fred]

Stunning rhodie display Fred, compliments to both the worker and supervisor Are your orchids planted into pots or in ground? They sure look happy. 

Why thankyou Mrs.440 and welcome to the forum. Yes they're in pots and busting out at that.

  Ask 440 if he knows the difference between weeds and plants 

And that is why I supervise. 
Mrs. Fred

[Fred]

Being an ex victorian I'd be guessing location as Ridge Road, Kalista vicinity? Do I win the top bunk and the Charger?  

OMG! it sure is a small world.  The top bunk is yours but be warned........ you might have to share it with stroker. . 
As for the charger............you'll never find that kill switch.
Welcome to the forum. 

[Fred]

Don't underestimate the power of technology.

Or Mrs.440. 

[Fred]

Thanks All. It's away from the hustle and bustle and keeps me sane.

[69rtse4spd]

Very nice, & we are getting ready to freeze are butts off.

[Fred]

I don't envy you your winter 69rtse4spd, hope it's a short one for you.

[Mrs440]

Being an ex victorian I'd be guessing location as Ridge Road, Kalista vicinity? Do I win the top bunk and the Charger?  

OMG! it sure is a small world.  The top bunk is yours but be warned........ you might have to share it with stroker. . 
As for the charger............you'll never find that kill switch.
Welcome to the forum. 

Thankyou thankyou for your warm welcome! Your garden is stunning and I am very envious and of the location, I miss the Dandenongs.
Please pass on my congrats to MrsFred also.
Now, the top bunk is mine alone, I believe I earned that :-)  As for the kill switch, I think I have proved not to be underestimated in any shape or form.

[Fred]

Being an ex victorian I'd be guessing location as Ridge Road, Kalista vicinity? Do I win the top bunk and the Charger?  

OMG! it sure is a small world.  The top bunk is yours but be warned........ you might have to share it with stroker. . 
As for the charger............you'll never find that kill switch.
Welcome to the forum. 

Thankyou thankyou for your warm welcome! Your garden is stunning and I am very envious and of the location, I miss the Dandenongs.
Please pass on my congrats to MrsFred also.
Now, the top bunk is mine alone, I believe I earned that :-)  As for the kill switch, I think I have proved not to be underestimated in any shape or form.

I think you're right. You have earned it.   It's your's for the taking. 

[BananaDan]

Damn Fred, very beautiful!  The colors are amazing!  I think we'll have to start taking vacations to Aussie-land and stay at Fred's Bed and Breakfast.  I hear it comes with a free Charger rental.   

[JB400]

No contest on the top bunk ma'am. It's all yours.  I'm one to condone with sleeping with another guy's wife.  Out of politeness, you can have the whole room.  I think it would actually be better to sleep outside.  Not only would I not have to deal with Fred's snoring,  I could wake up in the morning and enjoy the smell of nature.  I'm not one that's bothered by bugs or critters.  Besides, even the dog could use some company every once in a while.

[cdr]

ARE YOU SUre you meant to say that

[JB400]

 


I said what I meant, and I meant what I said.  And I'll stay with that.  110%

[Fred]

No contest on the top bunk ma'am. It's all yours.  I'm one to condone with sleeping with another guy's wife.  Out of politeness, you can have the whole room.  I think it would actually be better to sleep outside.  Not only would I not have to deal with Fred's snoring,  I could wake up in the morning and enjoy the smell of nature.  I'm not one that's bothered by bugs or critters.  Besides, even the dog could use some company every once in a while.

Okay, there's only one thing I have to set you straight on stroker.
The bad news is.......first and foremost, the dogs are pets so they all live inside at night.
The good news is...........that means you don't have to sleep under the stars.......... you can have the dog house.  

[Fred]

Damn Fred, very beautiful!  The colors are amazing!  I think we'll have to start taking vacations to Aussie-land and stay at Fred's Bed and Breakfast.  I hear it comes with a free Charger rental.   

You're all wlecome but bear in mind..............there's no such thing as "free rental"  (either it's free or you're renting)
Breakfast on the other hand is on me. 

[JB400]

 Why would I want the doghouse?  I enjoy looking at the stars anyway.  Actually, you probably have a better view of the stars.  Less lights to block them out.  So really, would you really like to sleep on the top bunk?  I actually see more positives sleeping outside than inside.  As long as the weather's good.

If breakfast is on you, I hope you showered first

[Fred]

I was thinking in case the weather wasn't good.
And yes, the night sky lights up with them, it really is quite spectacular.  You can pick any spot in the yard that you like. 

[Fred]

Some of you may have seen this pic before (I posted it last spring.......looks the same this spring) But it's our favourite spot to relax.

[69finder]

Gorgeous!

It's going to be -30 degree CECLIUS here in a few months.  It will probably snow in a week and it won't melt for 6 months.  SIGH.

Your pictures will keep me motivated to make a million dollars and move to AUS. 

[Fred]

Gorgeous!

It's going to be -30 degree CECLIUS here in a few months.  It will probably snow in a week and it won't melt for 6 months.  SIGH.

YUK!

Your pictures will keep me motivated to make a million dollars and move to AUS. 

Don't waste you time trying to win it.   I've tried, it doesn't work. 

[Mrs440]

No contest on the top bunk ma'am. It's all yours.  I'm one to condone with sleeping with another guy's wife.  Out of politeness, you can have the whole room.  I think it would actually be better to sleep outside.  Not only would I not have to deal with Fred's snoring,  I could wake up in the morning and enjoy the smell of nature.  I'm not one that's bothered by bugs or critters.  Besides, even the dog could use some company every once in a while.

Your politeness and gentlemanly offer is very much appreciated...  Does the top bunk have the spectacular views of the dam in the pics?

[JB400]

No contest on the top bunk ma'am. It's all yours.  I'm one to condone with sleeping with another guy's wife.  Out of politeness, you can have the whole room.  I think it would actually be better to sleep outside.  Not only would I not have to deal with Fred's snoring,  I could wake up in the morning and enjoy the smell of nature.  I'm not one that's bothered by bugs or critters.  Besides, even the dog could use some company every once in a while.

Your politeness and gentlemanly offer is very much appreciated...  Does the top bunk have the spectacular views of the dam in the pics?

I'm a carpenter by trade.  If it doesn't, it will real soon.  Just get Fred out of the house for 5 minutes and I can have a hole in the wall big enough to give you a real good view.

[Mrs440]

Awesome stroker.  bring your tools here, 440 and I have lots of jobs for you to do....  could have you busy for a few months :-) 

[JB400]

I don't want to take 440's fun away.  If I done it for him, he'd get bored.  Besides, I'm more concrete guy anyway.  I do that imprinting stuff.  Make concrete look like stone.

[Mrs440]

I don't want to take 440's fun away.  If I done it for him, he'd get bored.  Besides, I'm more concrete guy anyway.  I do that imprinting stuff.  Make concrete look like stone.

Offer stands if you change your mind.... 

[JB400]

I don't want to take 440's fun away.  If I done it for him, he'd get bored.  Besides, I'm more concrete guy anyway.  I do that imprinting stuff.  Make concrete look like stone.

Offer stands if you change your mind....  

Thank you.  Is this his wish list or yours?  I think I already know, but heck, it's conversation.  He doesn't need to know.

[hemi68charger]

Man.. Those images are nice...... Looks wonderful. 

[Fred]

No contest on the top bunk ma'am. It's all yours.  I'm one to condone with sleeping with another guy's wife.  Out of politeness, you can have the whole room.  I think it would actually be better to sleep outside.  Not only would I not have to deal with Fred's snoring,  I could wake up in the morning and enjoy the smell of nature.  I'm not one that's bothered by bugs or critters.  Besides, even the dog could use some company every once in a while.

Does the top bunk have the spectacular views of the dam in the pics?

It does and to solve the dilemma of everybody wanting a top bunk  (I personally prefer the lower bunk..........it has the best view), I've set aside a room filled with top bunks only.

[JB400]

You are obviously unaware of what your dogs do in the bottom bunk.   I don't know why you put in extra bunk beds.  Mrs. 440 can only sleep in one of them. Or is she supposed to wake up every hour and switch beds?  Since you don't need another window, I'll leave my tools at home.  I want to be on vacation anyway.  I like my eggs over-easy.  Don't break the yokes.

[Fred]

You are obviously unaware of what your dogs do in the bottom bunk.   I don't know why you put in extra bunk beds.  Mrs. 440 can only sleep in one of them. Or is she supposed to wake up every hour and switch beds?  Since you don't need another window, I'll leave my tools at home.  I want to be on vacation anyway.  I like my eggs over-easy.  Don't break the yokes.

Didn't I tell you, the rest of the gang are coming too.  Glad to hear you're leaving your tool at home, I don't want any banging going on with the guests in the house.
Breakfast, just the way you like it?   I can do that. 

Don't worry Mrs.440, you've got a room with a top bunk all to yourself. 

[JB400]

I don't know about leaving ALL of my tools at home.  You never know  who might show up

[Fred]

Man.. Those images are nice...... Looks wonderful.  

Thankyou.   I'm at peace.

[Fred]

I don't know about leaving ALL of my tools at home.  You never know  who might show up

I'll leave my tools at home.  I want to be on vacation anyway.

Glad to hear you're leaving your tool at home, I don't want any banging going on with the guests in the house.

Let me rephrase that..........I don't want any banging going on in the guest house.

[Mrs440]

Hmmmm... I leave for a few days and look what happens 

[JB400]

Hmmmm... I leave for a few days and look what happens 

I'm sorry ma'am,  Fred has a poor choice in words.  He wouldn't make a very good politican.  I'll do a better job in keeping Fred lined out.  I think that was early morning Fred when he hasn't put his brain in gear.  Mine wasn't in gear either.  Somebody has kept me up too late too many nights lately as well.  I'll do a better job at keeping it more appropriate.

[Mrs440]

I've located his sanctuary, won the room and my challenge now is to find the kill switch on the charger.... He's probably trying to scare me away from the challenge....ha...not likely....AND... I'll have a tool of my own to help me find it....

[JB400]

Ma'am, your on a roll.  I know where I'm placing my bets on the table so I'm going to grab some  and enjoy the show.

[Mrs440]

See.....no comment.....he's running scared 

[JB400]

Actually, I'm bothered.  For once in a long time, Fred is speechless.  I think the grey thingy is starting to get to him.

[Fred]

I wish it would (get to me). It's because I lost it in the first place that I'm speechless and a lot befuddled. The more grey matter the better

[Fred]

....AND... I'll have a tool of my own to help me find it....

I dread to think! 

Will my fragile sanity be able to stand it.

[Fred]

one more

[bakerhillpins]

Fred

You have one great garden going that's for sure.    

[Fred]

Thankyou bakerhillpins, it really is a little slice of heaven where you can leave the daily grind of life behind.   

[Fred]

two more....

[JB400]

Beauty of nature at its best

[Fred]

Beauty of nature at its best

It's pretty special. 

[A383Wing]

two more....

any cats in there?

Bryan

[Fred]

two more....

any cats in there?

Bryan

No, I thought I'd give you a break Bryan.

[A383Wing]

that's good, because I still can't find the cat's ass in the last "spot the cat" thread

Bryan

[Fred]

that's good, because I still can't find the cat's ass in the last "spot the cat" thread

Bryan

Well, that would be pretty hard to find. After all, what is an arse?  nothing more than a hole and unless you manage to fall into one, they're not easily spotted.