Hi gals, well, what a beautiful day it turned out to be here in Newcastle today. Trev and I took Ben (our son) and his partner Mia to lunch up in the Hunter Valley at our favourite restaurant Baume at the old Lindeman Winery for his 44th birthday. It's actually on Tuesday but he will be at work.

I know I already commented, but you know how talkative I can be😉
I just read below how long your jacket goes so, when you wear it again, get Trevor to take a full length picture, for us to see. I find since my hair is silver/white and I am fair skinned, I need color. I tend to shy away from color, since I have gained weight. The girls ordered a navy long dress for me for our group family picture.I feel like I look like I’m wearing a dark box, because I am straight from the shoulder down, no waist anymore-😩 the dress is loose and comfortable though.😌

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by pennifold 09 Apr 2023

I hear you Toogie, I'll get Trev to take a full length picture and show you. I even wore another style of long jacket yesterday for Easter at Church and everyone commented on it. I love those long duster jackets. Love Chris

Hi Chris, Hope you all had an enjoyable day, and a good Easter ,I like Ben without his beard, tell him I said he looks a lot "fresher" and younger !!
I love the colours of your jacket, they do suit your colouring.
I am just relaxing now, the family have gone home, we've had a lovely day.
Mary C

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by pennifold 09 Apr 2023

Hi Mary, yes, I agree with you. We both (Trev and I) said he looks younger and more suitable to his work position. Mind you he's a lead singer in a heavy metal rock band, so that image is good with a beard! Love Chris

Thanks for sharing pictures of your day. Like Ben without his beard. Hugs

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by pennifold 09 Apr 2023

Thanks Shirley, me too! I think he looks younger without all that hair on his face. Love Chris

You look great in this jacket!

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by pennifold 09 Apr 2023

Thank you so much. Love Chris

Great pictures, Chris!! Your son looks so much like his dad!!! I also am "The Mandalorian" fan!! Isn't it a blessing to "hang out" with your adult kids! I know we love to. Hope you and yours have a lovely Easter! Hugs, Laura PS: I too love your jacket!

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by pennifold 09 Apr 2023

Thanks Laura, I've just finished watching it and can't wait for more. Yes, we are lucky to have the time to spend with our kids, and it was a gorgeous day. Today was lovely too at their place for a BBQ. Love Chris

Great pictures! I like the trimmed version but handsome he is in both pictures. Mia is beautiful and looks like Ben is loving it! Trev and you look wonderful! Love the jacket it is very becoming on you. Did you make it? I will google the Baume, sounds like a wonderful place. Enjoy your Easter and the BBQ. Hugs and Love, Suzanna

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by pennifold 09 Apr 2023

Hi Suzanna, Baume's restaurant is wonderful and the food is divine! I think Ben is a good looking guy, but of course, I am biased! I didn't make the jacket, I bought it from a local lady who lives not far from Mum's nursing home. She sells clothes from her home. She is lovely. I've known her for years. She always knows what I like and will find something for me every time I visit. I even got some shoes from her last week. Love Chris

I’m okay with a beard if it’s trimmed up, but I think Ben looks much better in the second photo. I’m glad he seems happy with Mia. .. Happy Double 4 Birthday Ben!
Your jacket is gorgeous and your lipstick matches the color. It’s beautiful scenery at the winery. Nothing compares to the creations of our maker, look at those beautiful blue skies and the green hills and valleys.

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by pennifold 08 Apr 2023

You are very observant Toogie. This lipstick is my favourite from Rimmel “Coffee shimmer” number 264. Whenever my chemist has them in, I buy all the ones in their display. I often get 4 at a time!!!

The whole Hunter Valley is so green at the moment due to our very rainy summer. We are now into Autumn and the changing colours of our trees and vines are something to behold. Nothing like Canada’s stunning trees, but I haven’t been to America to compare. Yes, the creator’s hand can be seen in everything, everywhere!! Happy Easter, love Chris

You all look great Happy Easter and Happy Birthday to you son and many many more Maria

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by pennifold 08 Apr 2023

Thanks Maria and to you too. Love Chris

Loved each and every picture. Ben looks good with or without the beard. And you look great with the new jacket. I think the colors look good on you.

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by pennifold 08 Apr 2023

Thanks dear Karen, I’m just not used to those colours anymore. When I was a brunette I did wear them though. Love Chris

Lovely pics Chris. You look very photogenic in your outfit. Happy Easter to you

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by pennifold 08 Apr 2023

Thanks Caroline, I feel funny in those colours as I always wear mostly black and white intertwined with winter jewel colours. But women stopped me and commented on how they would love the jacket. It’s quite long goes way down my calves!!! Happy Easter to you too. Love Chris