Graduation, School Musical and Rain !

We've had an interesting few days. Had to go to Longreach overnight on Tuesday, about 700kms north, for LSODE Graduation night and Musical. Their was local flooding as we travelled both days, but more of that later.

It was our Year 6 boy's turn to graduate this year and so it was a special day for the family. The day was made more special as we saw all three boys up on stage to receive one of the school's grade awards.

The school musical, " Another Day in Paradise " followed the Graduation and Awards after a dinner break. The show was well presented offering all children a chance to sing and dance together with their grade peers on stage. It was presented as a story and so some children were able to hone their skills in drama and singing and play major and minor roles in the play. LSODE had arranged special costumes for all the children to wear. The night was completed with a disco for the children and a time to socialise for the parents.

Flooding !

 Up Eromanga way, about 300kms north, we had to cross some creeks after it had rained up there. Our boss the day before had had to turn back, when water was coming up over the bonnet, and go the long way round. Then coming home with ute tray packed with next years school work, christmas presents that were part of the Adopt a Family program, craft supplies etc it rained again up Jundah way, 400kms north, soaking some of our things. We returned with some of our new school books for next year and our cardboard, crepe paper, and material for Christmas fun in the classroom ruined. Lol, but no rain down here at the station at all ! It was George's first time driving the dirt roads in the wet.

We couldn't stop and get out to check the gear, and didn't have tarps anyway. Have been waiting weeks to go into town and get paper stationary for Christmas activities. Had bought some materials and satin ribbon for a quilt and table runner and they have water stains. Another experience ! !

We really enjoyed the Graduation and Musical, and seeing the families receive the 'Adopt a Family' gifts that were reported on radio and tv. Many were overwhelmed with people's generosity.

Posted by Lynne