Thursday, 31 May 2012

{Giveaway} Up, up, up and away and Sydney Tower Eye & Skywalk Experience

It's good to be home after being in Sydney for 2 days. I had a lovely time staying with my friend.


Tuesday, the plane bound for Sydney was delayed almost 1.5hrs by in bound flight .Fortunately the event I was attending was on Wednesday.

I love seeing the Sydney Tower Eye on the horizon when I visit. It has been a Sydney icon for many years now. I'm so excited to offer a giveaway for you to experience the exhilaration too. The giveaway is at the bottom of the post.

Just as I arrived at the Airport for departure the school called to say Sam was in sick bay with red eyes.They were worried he was intent rubbing and scratching them out and blinking continuously.

My eyes puddled and I felt a choking silence in my throat.
I took a deep breath and told my DH.
DH and I said a quick goodbye and off he went to collect him . He was on his way to Drs anyway if there was a problem. He was ok in the end , it wasn't anything to worry about.

I don't do leaving my babies well especially if they are unwell.

I was frantically covering all bases before I left that morning . I left dinner, half prepared, for the Boys; the dog's dinner ; paid a few bills and went through the 'drill' ... Swimming is at 4pm, decide about school disco Wednesday 5pm and pick me up Thursday 12pm.

DH was a little concerned I only had a one way ticket ; -) because I'd only printed one boarding pass.

Being in Sydney - also made me think about running the City to Surf . It was on hold last week due to a hacking cough, sinus and cold. I still walked every day instead. Monday night I ran 6km non stop and another 6km Tuesday morning before I had to leave...then I was rushing and stressed.

I missed my treadmill yesterday - it's a love -hate thing. I get through each session by focusing on my fundraising goal for World Vision.I am very grateful for my supporters so far.

Being I am a slow runner and it isn't so much a race I intend on running. I just want to last the distance and I have about 10wks until race day. I know I'm getting fitter and stronger , a little faster each week too.

Making slow gains each week, as I plant my big feet firmly and grasp the rails of my treadmill , is all that matters.


Back to Sydney Tower Eye - See our photos from the day here

{ GIVEAWAY - }

 

1 x Family ticket for 2 adults and 2 children* to Sydney Skywalk Experience -entry via Rafflecopter

a Rafflecopter giveaway


Closes 14th June
You need to book your experience with Sydney Tower Eye and be aware of Skywalk FAQ..

IMPORTANT: Please note that Child ages for SKYWALK are 8 - 15. For legal reasons, children under the age of 8 are not permitted on SKYWALK. ALL children participating in SKYWALK must be accompanied by a parent or guardian aged 18 or over. Children under 8 can go up to the Observation deck and into 4D cinema.


Good luck.


Winner is : Rin

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The Sydney Opera house as we have seen a few great shows and it always fascinates the kids (and hubby).
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The Coathanger! The wonderful Sydney Harbour Bridge...
because it is the first icon my kids spot as we drive towards the city!
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The Harbour Bridge. One of the best landmarks in the world.
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The Harbour Bridge stands out, it is easily identified and the kids will scream 'we are here, we are here' every time they see it. It is also one of those points i remember from my childhood, knowing we were almost ready to stop and enjoy a day rather than driving
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I love darling harbour. Just sitting and staring out at the water.
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That is so cool. I won't enter this but I bet you many others will be interested.
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Hi Trish, I won't enter this either as not close. Oh you poor thing, it is hard if your babies are unwell and having to go away. Glad things were ok. Wow, how impressive are you with your running. Keep going as 10 weeks is a fairly long time away too given the amount of training you are doing. It is wonderful for your boys to see their Mum doing this - they must be very proud of you.
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As a Sydneysider, I do love the Bridge and the Opera House as the backdrop. Always breathtaking.
We have to arrange to meet up at the finishing line at City2Surf!!! I know you're going to be fantastic !
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The bridge, I love to take a train to North Sydney and walk back across the bridge. Fantastic views!
I love The Rocks. Fabulous old buildings filled with history, excellent Pancakes restaurant and I love the amazing candle store.
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Laura Jilka · 684 weeks ago

The bridge - it allows for access to the city, Whilst looking so pretty!
The Opera House. We went with my sister and daughters when doing some site seeing and they loved it. I got some gorgeous shots of my kids there.
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I also love Darling Harbour- especially at night. Sitting by the water is just so peaceful. The Imax there is also amazing!
I love the Rocks with all it's old world charm and cobblestone streets.
Definitely the Opera House it is an amazing structure ..there is nothing like it anywhere. Whether up close or on a postcard it is always breathtaking .
My favourite Sydney Icon is the Sydney harbour Bridge - so majestic and awesome from a distance, driving over it or going under it on the ferry :)
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Goodluck with the running, I am doing my first City 2 Surf this year too, aiming to run the whole way! It will be great to do an iconic run in such a gorgeous city :) Oh and I run for wine!
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The Sydney Botanical Gardens, getting back to nature with those million dollar harbour views, and the best part is that it is FREE!

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