Soren, Reuben & Autumn








Soren's First Aid utility belt.

Sophie & Katelyn

It was so, so good to reconnect with our dear friends the Rolfes, who live onsite at Kangaroo Ground. Soren and Sophie became friends when they were just one. They were almost inseparable for our last week.





John & Marg

We enjoyed a visit from the grandparents while in Melbourne! 

Grommets & Dentists

We had been wondering for a while if Reuben was having trouble hearing (perhaps he wasn't just ignoring us). So we took him to an audiologist and he did a hearing test and yes, he had a fluid build-up in both ears and needed grommets..

..which meant a trip to hospital and a general anaesthetic. I was concerned he may not be able to swim, as one of the few fun outings we have in Papua is to the pool or beach, so was relieved to hear that he could, with earplugs and a groovy headband.


We also went to see our old friend the dentist.



New Friends New Fun

While we were teaching at Summer School and living onsite, Reuben made a great little friend in Caleb. It was very hard to leave.

Autumn joined the Children's Programme during the day along with the boys so both Phil and I could be on staff. She surprised us both by how much she loved it.

Here she is taking herself off in the morning with her polkadot pink sunglasses safely tucked under the arm.

It was great to see the Mays again, who worked with the Nimboran people many years ago, but still love them dearly and follow us closely.

Wedding

Rob and Elaine got married during our stint in Melbourne. We caught up with a bunch of friends from St Stephens, some of whom we hadn't seen for years. So much fun.