Monday, November 18th ....

We've felt a bit flat after the Craft Fair and need a shake before we start the busy winemaking season . Anyway, that's our excuse for booking a cruise. It's the Voyager of the Seas, leaving Sydney on Saturday next, 23rd November. We're not sure what cabin we will end up in but she'll be right.

What an extraordinary ship it is. When she was built, she was the largest cruise ship in the world. The heart of the ship is an indoor promenade or mall with shops, cafes and even a pub, The Pig and Whistle. There will be over 3000 passengers. Can't wait!

We arrive back on December 7th and expect that Jamie and Pamela will have already made the Elderflower Wine. The flowers are starting to appear around town and should be at their best in about two weeks. We only have a dozen or so bottles left from last season so the new vintage will be welcome.