More photos from Royal park 

Melbourne skyline

This is the view of the Melbourne sykline from Royal park 

On one of Sally's rare outings (exams in 10 days), we went on our first bike ride together to Royal Park in parkville, which is 5 mins by bike from where we live. Hopefully I can figure out how to post maps from google map and then you will get a good idea where we are located.

Our new bikes

We recently purchased 2 new bikes. Don't they look good! 

Damien and Ayumi

The newly engaged couple!! 

The obligatory group shot. Karen got into the spirit of the pirate-themed party by donning her pirate outfit. 

Everyone is eagerly cutting the cakes, Aidan just wants to bite his, and Jake was afraid he would touch the bottom and would have to kiss the nearest girl. 

Mammy and Dad (half the man he used to be, literally) enjoying the birthday song. 

Triple birthday!

Karen organised 3 great birthday cakes for Sinead (white choc with strawberry), Aidan (ice cream cake) and Jake (chocolate brownie). Yummmmmmmmm 

Enjoying the afternoon sun in the backyard. 

Mum and Jake... all smiles after opening up the presents, and no doubt looking forward to the UK trip. 

Jake and his new toy he got for his birthday. 

Aidan is really into baseball now that he has joined the local Wild Cats little league. 

Aidan getting a ball past Uncle "Grendan". 

Fun and games in the park

The boys and their uncles enjoyed a game of soccer in the park. Aidan was obviously a little bit too enthusiastic with his kicking, and ended up with his bum in the air. 

Aidan and Jake

Aidan and Jake enjoying pumpkin soup on the kiddies table. 

Maria's birthday

The whole family went out for Maria's birthday, including the other 2 home stay girls Cecilia and Michelle. We had a good night. 

Mark

This is Mark, the guy I share our huge office with. He is looking at his bike helmet and dreaming of riding our Melbourne. 

Me in my office

After months of being without my office, I am now back in it. Yes, it is huge