Parenting on Purpose

Ship Ahoy! As the timing was tight, we packed lunch to go and gobbled it down while on the road to our next destination - a spot of deserted beach in the middle of nowhere; well, to be precise it was a pre-arranged spot in Dunsborough, just east of the Yallingup Maze. Our boys were thrilled to see a ship offshore; and we told them that we were off on an adventure - this time on a whale watching expedition hosted by Naturaliste Charters! Our home for the next four hours.  Sending a motor boat to fetch us from the shore.  Almost like a scene from 'Survivor"! All ready to board. There are a number of whale watching boat operators; however we chose the Naturaliste Charters due to their track record as well as  a result of a local recommendation. The 4yo getting ready for his adventure. All set! Climbing to the second storey for a better view. A slightly apprehensive 2yo resting snugly with his Mummy. A lovely photo with the grandp...

Not Just a Maze It was with much anticipation that we arrived at the Yallingup Maze. It was a lovely morning; there were lots of clouds in the sky, but it was clear that our fluffy white friends would not empty their loads on us anytime soon. Sue had set her sights on visiting the maze after she had found out about its exciting puzzle cafe while searching online for things to do while visiting the Margaret River region. We were thrilled to receive an email from the owner of the maze, Amanda Teasdale, who offered us complimentary tickets for the maze. But it was more than tickets that Amanda offered us - she also shared with us her warmth and generosity; and us weary travellers from Singapore learnt much about Perth hospitality during our few hours there! The welcoming entrance to the Yallingup Maze and Puzzle Cafe. There is a lovely bouncy castle just outside the maze, perfect for little ones to work off their excess energy. You are also provided with an opportunity to dona...