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Showing posts with label Accomodation. Show all posts

Weekend Getaway


This is definitely a blabbering post.

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This year Valentine's day has been non existent for us, my husband is in Sydney for work and I'm in Melbourne (that's our home). We only see each other on weekends now. It's going to be like this for another 5 weeks. Sigh. This week has been the worst yet, and next week he's not coming back on the weekend so I won't see him for 2 weeks, super sad face. Thank God for friends and family, I've been looked after really well.

To make up for missing vday I organised a little get away weekend a couple of weeks ago.One thing is for sure I really enjoy traveling with my husband especially if we're driving. On the highest volume we put on our silly voices and sing along to the music. Then when we get tired of singing we have big conversations then when we get really really tired we have silent moments. I love the feeling of being silent with someone and it's not awkward at all, you're both simply content to be in each others company.

What makes me feel loved is quality time, it's definitely my love language. I would rather spend time with my husband like go out on a date and chat for hours rather than be showered with gifts and never see him. It's how I like building relationships too, spending time one-on-one with girl friends.There are others though that feel especially loved by receiving gifts, or by being physically touched, or by receiving words of affirmation..and so on. It's amazing how enriching a relationship can be when you both know what your love language is. If you ever get the chance, I highly recommend you read the 5 Languages of Love and find out what you (and your partner's) primary love language is. It took our relationship to a whole new level. If you do I'd love to hear about your experience!

So this weekend was all about fulfilling my love language and my husband's. We drove up the Great Ocean Road and stayed at Torquay's Peppers for a night. I thought Torquay was pretty average but if you love surfing then this is the place for you. It's famous for its surf beaches (bells beach in particular) which holds the famous Rip Curl comp every year. So we spent most of our weekend exploring the surrounding areas from Anglesea to Lorne. At Anglesea I fell in love with the most gorgeous cafe the Red Till check them out.

I took a few snaps, most are of the Split Point Light House near Anglesea which I absolutely loved! we stayed there for a while and enjoyed a cold drink at the Willows Tea House and as you can see below it is decorated beautifully with those colourful flags.



Manna on the Mount

A few months ago I was given the opportunity to take photos for a friend's 21st. I had a lovely time and it was great getting to know her friends and family. This lovely friend of mine surprised me with a gift voucher at a beautiful hidden b&b called Manna on the Mount.

Manna on the Mount is a not-for-profit retreat accommodation for married couples. A place of peace and quiet and a chance for couples to spend quality time to communicate and relax without all the distractions of life. I love the idea behind it, what an amazing ministry.

Wayne and I had a great time of relaxation, prayer and reflection. I highly recommend Manna on the Mount, Lesley was a great host and everything was perfect. The cottage has an interior of a French Provincial style so of course I went crazy clicking away and taking photos of every detail.

As we arrived we found afternoon tea set up on the dining room table and a generous breakfast hamper included in the fridge, too good.

To avoid any disappointments please note that the Manna is not available for holiday or emergency accommodation.

Visit their website: www.mannaonthemount.com.au