the Jondaryan Woolshed. It was fantastic - we had such a great day and
were able to see so many things that we (including Mum and I) had
never seen before - like cheese making, beekeeping, butter making,
whip making, rope making, sheep dog trials, sheep shearing (the old
and the new way), black smithing, wool spinning, fabric weaving and so
many other things. As usual out here, everyone was lovely, very
gracious and full of country warmth and hospitality.
The beekeeper was rather charmed by the girls and their myriad of
questions after his display was over, so he kindly gave them his own
morning tea - a beautifully decorated pair of biscuits done up as
bees. Unfortunately I only remembered to take a photo after they had
been half consumed - the decorations on top go first of course!
Olivia was most disappointed that she couldn't have a pet bee of her
own (he had given some to some of the older school boys) - I was
rather glad, as I have a reaction to bee stings that isn't very
pleasant!
I was amazed that they sat through the entire parade of all the farm
machinery, draught horses etc. but they seemed fascinated at the
differences, and of course, loved all the different whistles, horns
and so on that they all delighted to sound whenever we waved at them!
We also enjoyed homebaking from an old wood stove - I'm suddenly very
thankful for our modern conveniences - including fan forced ovens.
Both girls were fascinated with the old school house, and spent quite
a bit of time exploring, reading the books in the old desks and
pretending that they were students. It's only next year until it will
be for real for Ellen - although the desks should be a bit more
comfortable then!
If you're ever out that way in mid-late August, I recommend dropping
in for a visit!
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