7. August 2011 06:07 by Rene Pallesen 0 Comments Meeting the relatives 7. August 2011 06:07 by Rene Pallesen | 0 Comments Tweetmeeting the relativesShareThis week we travelled to Denmark to meet the relatives. We flew straight from Sydney to Copenhagen with short stopovers in Singapore and London. Aiden behaved like a little angel pretty much all the way although he was pretty tired on the last stretch from London. The purpose of our trip was initially to introduce Aiden to both his Grandmother and Granddad (Bedstefar), but since my mum passed away last month he could only meet my dad. It took a couple of days for both granddad (Bedstefar) and Aiden to get used to each other, but now they really enjoy each others company and have fun playing with eachother (although it will take some time before we get him to babysit as he refuses to change nappies). We also went to the cemetry to visit my mum who passed away recently and my brother. It is a pity my Mum didn't get to meet Aiden, but at least he has now been to the cemetry. We also went to visit my grand parents (Aidens great grandparents) as well as my great grand parents and great great grandparents (5 generations in one place). One afternoon we went to my Aunties house to visit. On a couple of evenings we had an outdoor BBQ. My dad was looking after the meat and we were looking after the side dishes and deserts. On the first evening my dad managed to burn the chicken a faid bit. One afternoon we all went to the local zoo (It must have been 30 years since I last went there). We tried the swings there, but Aiden wasn't happy with them (Maybe when he is older). In the evenings we went down memory lane where my dad pulled out old 16mm film from when I was a toddler.We were in Denmark a week and a half and it was really nice to see Aiden and my Dad getting along. I am hoping that my dad will come to Sydney in the near future and spend more time with Aiden...it will be good for him to know Bedstefar as he is growing up.
10. July 2011 10:30 by Rene Pallesen 0 Comments Jerusalem Bay 2011 10. July 2011 10:30 by Rene Pallesen | 0 Comments Tweetjerusalem bay 2011ShareToday was a beautiful winters day...cool, windy and blue skies and we decided to use this beautiful Sunday to go on a bushwalk with Aiden (his first real bushwalk). The walk we decided to do was one up at Cowan from the station down to Jerusalem Bay (5km return). I carried Aiden all the way in a small sling/backpac we have for him. He is still not used to the sling and keeps leaning back...but hopefully we can get him a bit more used to it before our holiday to Croatia. The walk follows a creek with a small stream running through it. Eventually it reaches the bay which is a picturesque little place. It was a great trip and it was great to get out and get some exercise. Afterwards we had lunch at Berowra at a place I had been to before. Unfortunately it had changed owners and didn't have the same quality to it any longer.
4. July 2011 12:18 by Rene Pallesen 0 Comments Getting Aiden used to the Sand 4. July 2011 12:18 by Rene Pallesen | 0 Comments Tweetgetting aiden used to the sandShareWe had a beautiful winter day yesterday and we decided to head down to the beach to get Aiden used to the feel of sand.He took it a lot better than expected and although wasn't playing with the sand at least he tolerated his feet and hands touching it.He was also quite content sucking his fingers being full of sand.
4. July 2011 11:49 by Rene Pallesen 0 Comments Kims Birthday 4. July 2011 11:49 by Rene Pallesen | 0 Comments Tweetkims birthdayShareThis week it was Kims Birthday (one of the big ones with a zero in it). In the morning she was surprised with a big bunch of flowers delivered and she thought they were from me...she was very surprised when she discovered they were from my dad. ...and I got an earful because she thought that I hadn't gotten her any...well I did and they were delivered by the end of the afternoon and they were different from the ones I ordered (they just delivered a palin bunch of roses which was very dissappointing but the florist gave me a refund when I complained about it).In the evening we had Kims dad baby sitting while we went to Sepia for the degustation menu. The food was really yummi and time just flew away.On the Sunday we celebrated with the family on a japanese restaurant followed by cake and birthday song.Happy Birthday Kim!!
21. June 2011 09:10 by Rene Pallesen 0 Comments Mum passed away 21. June 2011 09:10 by Rene Pallesen | 0 Comments Tweetmum passed awayShareWeek before last my mum passed away. She had her birthday on the Saturday where we called her and sang har Happy Birthday. The next day I received an email from my auntie saying that my mum had another stroke on the day after her birthday and that she probably wouldn't make it through the night.Obviously a bit of a shock and after calling the hospital they confirmed that she was in a coma and that it wasn't looking good. The stroke was on the opposite side of where she previously had a stroke so even if she woke up she would probably be totally paralysed.Later that day I managed to get hold of my aunt and spoke to her to try and decide whether I should jump on a plane immediately or wherhet I should wait and see. I decided that because she was asleep there wouldn't be much value in me going there since it could be a long wait. My mums health has been pretty bad for a while so every time I've spoken to her I've know that it could be the last time. The one regret I have is that I only spoke to her briefly on her Birthday because we were going out for dinner.On the 8th I reveived a call from my Aunt in the middle of the night saying that my mum had quietly slept in and that I better make my way to Denmark because Perfect Moments Photography | A Rene Pallesen Journal Blog Portfolio Packages Contact About Home 29. December 2021 17:12 by Rene Pallesen 0 Comments Karate 2021 29. December 2021 17:12 by Rene Pallesen | 0 Comments TweetAgain we did karate this whole year. This included a number of gradings followed by social events.I ShareAgain we did karate this whole year. This included a number of gradings followed by social events.I treated myself to a new gi (uniform) when I graduated to my 3rd Kyu. 29. December 2021 17:12 by Rene Pallesen 0 Comments Playing Chess 29. December 2021 17:12 by Rene Pallesen | 0 Comments TweetLucas has joined the chess club at school, so for fun (and to give him practice) we sometimes play. ShareLucas has joined the chess club at school, so for fun (and to give him practice) we sometimes play. I was very proud that I one day managed to checkmate him with just two pawns and my king. 29. December 2021 17:12 by Rene Pallesen 0 Comments Guinea Pigs 29. December 2021 17:12 by Rene Pallesen | 0 Comments TweetWe were looking after a couple of guinea pigs for a couple of weeks while one of Aiden friends was aShareWe were looking after a couple of guinea pigs for a couple of weeks while one of Aiden friends was away.The boys had to do all the work cleaning and feeding them. 29. December 2021 17:12 by Rene Pallesen 0 Comments Hunter Valley 29. December 2021 17:12 by Rene Pallesen | 0 Comments TweetWe did another Hunter Valley Trip with Sasha and Richards families.Again we stocked up on a lot of wShareWe did another Hunter Valley Trip with Sasha and Richards families.Again we stocked up on a lot of wine. 29. December 2021 17:12 by Rene Pallesen 0 Comments Kims 50th 29. December 2021 17:12 by Rene Pallesen | 0 Comments TweetKim had a big birthday this year. All the plans were ruined so it because a low key affair with justShareKim had a big birthday this year. All the plans were ruined so it because a low key affair with just a family dinner.Plan: A - Europe trip - Covid cancelledB - New Zealand Ski trip (travel bubble was open) - Cancelled day before we were to leaveC - Staycation in Sydney - Locked down to local councilD - Staycation in same council - Restricted to 5 Km radiusE - Dinner at homeWe did however make up for it later with some golf and spa while she wasn't working. 29. December 2021 17:12 by Rene Pallesen 0 Comments Surfing 2021 29. December 2021 17:12 by Rene Pallesen | 0 Comments TweetLucas and Aiden got themselves a surfing lesson. Aiden was too scared to go, but Lucas had a great tShareLucas and Aiden got themselves a surfing lesson. Aiden was too scared to go, but Lucas had a great time.Because he liked it so much we decided to get him (and Aiden) a surfboard for Christmas as well. 29. December 2021 16:12 by Rene Pallesen 0 Comments Basketball Game 29. December 2021 16:12 by Rene Pallesen | 0 Comments TweetKA had some spare tickets for a basketball game between Sydney Kings and Melbourne Phoenix, so we toShareKA had some spare tickets for a basketball game between Sydney Kings and Melbourne Phoenix, so we took the boys. 29. November 2021 17:12 by Rene Pallesen 0 Comments Struggling 29. November 2021 17:12 by Rene Pallesen | 0 Comments TweetI was struggling a lot this year, through a combination of things ranging from self worth, lack of sShareI was struggling a lot this year, through a combination of things ranging from self worth, lack of support, dealing with the boys, work and other things.Mid-year during the lockdown it hit hard. 7. April 2021 22:04 by Rene Pallesen 0 Comments Camping Glenworth Valley 7. April 2021 22:04 by Rene Pallesen | 0 Comments TweetOver easter we went to Glenworth Valley for Camping. This location is about an hours drive north of ShareOver easter we went to Glenworth Valley for Camping. This location is about an hours drive north of Sydney in an easily accessible but beautiful little valley.It is private propoerty, so you have to book beforehand and it does get very busy. We were very lucky that we were located down at the end of the property where it was more quiet.In the evenings there were beautiful sunsets.In the morning it was a bit more misty in the valley.The owners also put on a great easter egg hunt for the children. There were hundreds of children with 20,000 chocolate eggs hidden in a field and there was an easter bunny riding a horse.We also spend time playing some ball sports. I'd brought a baseball bat and ball. Because we were four families, we had plenty of people to form two teams. It got very competitive and the bat took a bit of battering, so I had to go a buy a more solid wooden bat.In the evenings we had the normal campfire and baked dampers on sticks, marshmellows and baked potatoes in the fire.There are also lots of walks witin easy driving distance, including some walks with beautiful waterfalls.Also, people come to the valley for horse riding, so there are lots of horses in the surrounding paddocks.And wildlife such as Kookaburras!And going for a short stroll in the mornings was a beautiful experience with the mist and light changing.Because of lots of rain, the whole area had been flooded just weeks earlier. Where we were camping would have been a meter under water, but because of the river running through the area the water had fortunately receeded. 21. March 2021 13:03 by Rene Pallesen 0 Comments Karate 3rd Kyu 21. March 2021 13:03 by Rene Pallesen | 0 Comments TweetI reached a significant milestone in karate this week. I graded for my 3rd Kyu (Brown belt) and at tShareI reached a significant milestone in karate this week. I graded for my 3rd Kyu (Brown belt) and at the same Kim graded for her 5th Kyu (Blue belt).On the occation I treated myself to a new dogi (karate uniform).I was so nervous and tense - and screwed up a few places. There is now a lot of hard work ahead to get to the 2nd Kyu which is at least another half a year away.Here are some photos from the grading. The ones from the dojo are a bit blurry because they weren't taken from my camera and I don't have the full resolution photos. << Older posts Newer posts >> Newer posts1234567891011...9394Older posts SearchInclude comments in search Newsletter Get notified when a new post is published. Enter your e-mail Please enter an e-mail address Please enter a valid e-mail Thank you Perfect Moments Photography | A Rene Pallesen Journal Blog Portfolio Packages Contact About Home 28. September 2015 15:09 by Rene Pallesen 0 Comments More childhood memories 28. September 2015 15:09 by Rene Pallesen | 0 Comments TweetHere are some more photos from my childhood in no particular order. The first ones from a New Years ShareHere are some more photos from my childhood in no particular order. The first ones from a New Years eve where we got a bit silly with the hats. These were taken at a New Years even in Kenya and before my brother got really sick, so probably around 1989/90.And here is Claus.And my mum.I was really good at shooting when I was a kid and won lots of championships. This photo is one of the few things I have from that time.This is Claus and I with our dog.Not sure which ones of these is Claus and which is me.This was taken just christmas day in the back yard of my grandma's (Mormor) house. We got the skis as a christmas present. All the fields behind her house belonged to my mothers brother Flemming.I think this may be my brother. For the first time I've noticed the photo in the background. It looks like this may be a photo of my mum with her two sisters and brother and what could be her dad Raimer in the middle.This would most likely be the new years eve where we were trapped by the snow 1978/79. We were supposed to have celebrated with the family but couldn't even get out of the house. Delicious with a glass of milk and a pie.We didn't have a lawn in the back yard. Instead we had pebbles...lots of fun shoveling them.This I think is a christmas eve dinner at my grandmas (mormor) place. My mum on the left and my uncle Flemming in the middle. Not sure who the person standing up in. It could be my grandmas brother. Possibly from around 1976/77I think it is my great grandpa (Raimer) in the middle row number two from the left. The title of the photo says that it is Christoffer (??) in the top left corner. Looking at the age of the boys this would have been taken in the 1920's.Claus dancing aeound the christmas tree and my mum and grandma (Bedstemor/Farmor).From left to Right. My grandma (On my dads side/Bedstemor/farmor), Knud Aage (My uncle/dads brother), My mum (in the foreground), My grandad (in the background), Irene (my auntie/dads sister), Grete and I assume the baby is Vinnie which means that it is likely that my mum was pregnant with Claus (born in July).This was taken at my grandparents place and after my brother got sick. He was really suffering at this point.This is one of the happiest family photos I have and the only one I have a print of.Going for a walk at Marielyst with Lott and Willy some of our german friends. Claus in the foreground and my dad on the right. I think you can just spot me in yellow pants in the background.I think this is at Lotte and Willy's summer house.Not sure if this is Claus or myself being babtised. It is my grand mother being god mother.This was taken outside our summer house in Marielyst.My brother number 2 from the top right on his school photo.Claus at daycare number 4 from the top left.Me at day care top left. 27. September 2015 18:09 by Rene Pallesen 0 Comments My Mum as a young girl and with her siblings 27. September 2015 18:09 by Rene Pallesen | 0 Comments TweetHere is some more old photos of my mum. This time with here brother and sisters.This first one if prShareHere is some more old photos of my mum. This time with here brother and sisters.This first one if probably one of the oldest. You can tell that the photo was shot in black and white and that the negative was later coloured (badly). It would be my mum in the middle with her two sisters Eli (the oldest on the right) and Yrsa.This is my mum in the middle with what I assume is cousins.I think it is my grandmother (Karen) holding my mum.Here is the same as the first photo, but this time without the colour.My mum and her sisters playing in the courtyard of their farmMy mum with her older sisters.Eli, Yrsa, Sonja and Flemming Kragh.Having her photo taken as a little girl.Upset about having her photo taken?My mum with her younger brother Flemming.As a liitle girlMy mum in school.From left to right...Eli, Yrsa my mum (Sonja) and Flemming.As a young girls/woman...possibly from her Konfirmation.My mum as a girl scout (no 4 from the left).It is Flemming in the middle and my mum on the right. 27. September 2015 17:09 by Rene Pallesen 0 Comments Lucas Birthday 27. September 2015 17:09 by Rene Pallesen | 0 Comments TweetEarlier this month it was Lucas birthday.We didn't have a kids party for him, but we did celebrate wShareEarlier this month it was Lucas birthday.We didn't have a kids party for him, but we did celebrate with the family.We gave him a new bike for his birthday...he was stunned and didn't know what to think of it, but he loves riding it now. 27. September 2015 17:09 by Rene Pallesen 0 Comments Lego Exhibition 27. September 2015 17:09 by Rene Pallesen | 0 Comments TweetLast weekend there was a Lego exhibition in the city.We caught the train in to St James station and ShareLast weekend there was a Lego exhibition in the city.We caught the train in to St James station and walked from there.It was a fairly small exhibition with my favourite being the pirate ship with all the details of the lower decks.There was also some Ninjago and Star wars.And a lot of other pieces. 27. September 2015 17:09 by Rene Pallesen 0 Comments Walk to Lurline Bay 27. September 2015 17:09 by Rene Pallesen | 0 Comments TweetThis weekend we took the kids for a walk with some friends from Maroubra to Lurline Bay.It is a niceShareThis weekend we took the kids for a walk with some friends from Maroubra to Lurline Bay.It is a nice little pleasant walk that is easy for the kids.They loved jumping between the boulders....and exploring the small rock pools.Because of the recent storms the beach was full of Blue bottles, so no playing in the sand this time around.They are nasty little creatures that will sting you badly if you touch them.This surfer was being very careful in his bare feet. 27. September 2015 17:09 by Rene Pallesen 0 Comments Travelling as a child 27. September 2015 17:09 by Rene Pallesen | 0 Comments TweetWhen I was a kid we would every summer travel to Southern Europe with our caravan.Usually travellingShareWhen I was a kid we would every summer travel to Southern Europe with our caravan.Usually travelling through Swizerland or Austria ending up in Italy (Either Lido di Jesolo or the Italian Riviera). Underway we would visit old friends of my mum and dad from the time they were working in Italy.Here are some photos from that time.I just noticed the burn scar on my arm on the above photo. I think this is one of the few childhood photos where you can really see it.This was out caravan while travelling.This is our caravan with the tent up in the middle. 10. September 2015 16:09 by Rene Pallesen 0 Comments Fathers Day 10. September 2015 16:09 by Rene Pallesen | 0 Comments TweetThis Sunday it was fathers day.It was celebrated with a game of Bowling with the kids in the morningShareThis Sunday it was fathers day.It was celebrated with a game of Bowling with the kids in the morning and then family dinner in the evening (with yummi chocolate cake).This photo is the only family photo I have with the entire Kims family (including little Mia). 10. September 2015 16:09 by Rene Pallesen 0 Comments More kids artwork 10. September 2015 16:09 by Rene Pallesen | 0 Comments TweetRather than keeping all the kids artwork I instead take photos of it.Here is some of the latest addiShareRather than keeping all the kids artwork I instead take photos of it.Here is some of the latest additions. 7. September 2015 10:09 by Admin 0 Comments Anything Goes - Sydney Opera House 7. September 2015 10:09 by Admin | 0 Comments TweetThis weekend Kim and I joined a couple of friends at the opera house to see the show Anything Goes.TShareThis weekend Kim and I joined a couple of friends at the opera house to see the show Anything Goes.This is a great musical which I believe is based on a book and it was first shown on Broadway all the way back in 1934.I love the old costumes from back... 27. August 2015 12:08 by Rene Pallesen 0 Comments Lucas Moment 27. August 2015 12:08 by Rene Pallesen | 0 Comments TweetLucas doesn't like me taking photos of him.Here I caught him having a moment after I picked him up aShareLucas doesn't like me taking photos of him.Here I caught him having a moment after I picked him up at daycare. << Older posts Newer posts >> Newer posts12...212223242526272829...9394Older posts SearchInclude comments in search Newsletter Get notified when a new post is published. 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29. December 2021 17:12 by Rene Pallesen 0 Comments Karate 2021 29. December 2021 17:12 by Rene Pallesen | 0 Comments TweetAgain we did karate this whole year. This included a number of gradings followed by social events.I ShareAgain we did karate this whole year. This included a number of gradings followed by social events.I treated myself to a new gi (uniform) when I graduated to my 3rd Kyu.
29. December 2021 17:12 by Rene Pallesen 0 Comments Playing Chess 29. December 2021 17:12 by Rene Pallesen | 0 Comments TweetLucas has joined the chess club at school, so for fun (and to give him practice) we sometimes play. ShareLucas has joined the chess club at school, so for fun (and to give him practice) we sometimes play. I was very proud that I one day managed to checkmate him with just two pawns and my king.
29. December 2021 17:12 by Rene Pallesen 0 Comments Guinea Pigs 29. December 2021 17:12 by Rene Pallesen | 0 Comments TweetWe were looking after a couple of guinea pigs for a couple of weeks while one of Aiden friends was aShareWe were looking after a couple of guinea pigs for a couple of weeks while one of Aiden friends was away.The boys had to do all the work cleaning and feeding them.
29. December 2021 17:12 by Rene Pallesen 0 Comments Hunter Valley 29. December 2021 17:12 by Rene Pallesen | 0 Comments TweetWe did another Hunter Valley Trip with Sasha and Richards families.Again we stocked up on a lot of wShareWe did another Hunter Valley Trip with Sasha and Richards families.Again we stocked up on a lot of wine.
29. December 2021 17:12 by Rene Pallesen 0 Comments Kims 50th 29. December 2021 17:12 by Rene Pallesen | 0 Comments TweetKim had a big birthday this year. All the plans were ruined so it because a low key affair with justShareKim had a big birthday this year. All the plans were ruined so it because a low key affair with just a family dinner.Plan: A - Europe trip - Covid cancelledB - New Zealand Ski trip (travel bubble was open) - Cancelled day before we were to leaveC - Staycation in Sydney - Locked down to local councilD - Staycation in same council - Restricted to 5 Km radiusE - Dinner at homeWe did however make up for it later with some golf and spa while she wasn't working.
29. December 2021 17:12 by Rene Pallesen 0 Comments Surfing 2021 29. December 2021 17:12 by Rene Pallesen | 0 Comments TweetLucas and Aiden got themselves a surfing lesson. Aiden was too scared to go, but Lucas had a great tShareLucas and Aiden got themselves a surfing lesson. Aiden was too scared to go, but Lucas had a great time.Because he liked it so much we decided to get him (and Aiden) a surfboard for Christmas as well.
29. December 2021 16:12 by Rene Pallesen 0 Comments Basketball Game 29. December 2021 16:12 by Rene Pallesen | 0 Comments TweetKA had some spare tickets for a basketball game between Sydney Kings and Melbourne Phoenix, so we toShareKA had some spare tickets for a basketball game between Sydney Kings and Melbourne Phoenix, so we took the boys.
29. November 2021 17:12 by Rene Pallesen 0 Comments Struggling 29. November 2021 17:12 by Rene Pallesen | 0 Comments TweetI was struggling a lot this year, through a combination of things ranging from self worth, lack of sShareI was struggling a lot this year, through a combination of things ranging from self worth, lack of support, dealing with the boys, work and other things.Mid-year during the lockdown it hit hard.
7. April 2021 22:04 by Rene Pallesen 0 Comments Camping Glenworth Valley 7. April 2021 22:04 by Rene Pallesen | 0 Comments TweetOver easter we went to Glenworth Valley for Camping. This location is about an hours drive north of ShareOver easter we went to Glenworth Valley for Camping. This location is about an hours drive north of Sydney in an easily accessible but beautiful little valley.It is private propoerty, so you have to book beforehand and it does get very busy. We were very lucky that we were located down at the end of the property where it was more quiet.In the evenings there were beautiful sunsets.In the morning it was a bit more misty in the valley.The owners also put on a great easter egg hunt for the children. There were hundreds of children with 20,000 chocolate eggs hidden in a field and there was an easter bunny riding a horse.We also spend time playing some ball sports. I'd brought a baseball bat and ball. Because we were four families, we had plenty of people to form two teams. It got very competitive and the bat took a bit of battering, so I had to go a buy a more solid wooden bat.In the evenings we had the normal campfire and baked dampers on sticks, marshmellows and baked potatoes in the fire.There are also lots of walks witin easy driving distance, including some walks with beautiful waterfalls.Also, people come to the valley for horse riding, so there are lots of horses in the surrounding paddocks.And wildlife such as Kookaburras!And going for a short stroll in the mornings was a beautiful experience with the mist and light changing.Because of lots of rain, the whole area had been flooded just weeks earlier. Where we were camping would have been a meter under water, but because of the river running through the area the water had fortunately receeded.
21. March 2021 13:03 by Rene Pallesen 0 Comments Karate 3rd Kyu 21. March 2021 13:03 by Rene Pallesen | 0 Comments TweetI reached a significant milestone in karate this week. I graded for my 3rd Kyu (Brown belt) and at tShareI reached a significant milestone in karate this week. I graded for my 3rd Kyu (Brown belt) and at the same Kim graded for her 5th Kyu (Blue belt).On the occation I treated myself to a new dogi (karate uniform).I was so nervous and tense - and screwed up a few places. There is now a lot of hard work ahead to get to the 2nd Kyu which is at least another half a year away.Here are some photos from the grading. The ones from the dojo are a bit blurry because they weren't taken from my camera and I don't have the full resolution photos.
28. September 2015 15:09 by Rene Pallesen 0 Comments More childhood memories 28. September 2015 15:09 by Rene Pallesen | 0 Comments TweetHere are some more photos from my childhood in no particular order. The first ones from a New Years ShareHere are some more photos from my childhood in no particular order. The first ones from a New Years eve where we got a bit silly with the hats. These were taken at a New Years even in Kenya and before my brother got really sick, so probably around 1989/90.And here is Claus.And my mum.I was really good at shooting when I was a kid and won lots of championships. This photo is one of the few things I have from that time.This is Claus and I with our dog.Not sure which ones of these is Claus and which is me.This was taken just christmas day in the back yard of my grandma's (Mormor) house. We got the skis as a christmas present. All the fields behind her house belonged to my mothers brother Flemming.I think this may be my brother. For the first time I've noticed the photo in the background. It looks like this may be a photo of my mum with her two sisters and brother and what could be her dad Raimer in the middle.This would most likely be the new years eve where we were trapped by the snow 1978/79. We were supposed to have celebrated with the family but couldn't even get out of the house. Delicious with a glass of milk and a pie.We didn't have a lawn in the back yard. Instead we had pebbles...lots of fun shoveling them.This I think is a christmas eve dinner at my grandmas (mormor) place. My mum on the left and my uncle Flemming in the middle. Not sure who the person standing up in. It could be my grandmas brother. Possibly from around 1976/77I think it is my great grandpa (Raimer) in the middle row number two from the left. The title of the photo says that it is Christoffer (??) in the top left corner. Looking at the age of the boys this would have been taken in the 1920's.Claus dancing aeound the christmas tree and my mum and grandma (Bedstemor/Farmor).From left to Right. My grandma (On my dads side/Bedstemor/farmor), Knud Aage (My uncle/dads brother), My mum (in the foreground), My grandad (in the background), Irene (my auntie/dads sister), Grete and I assume the baby is Vinnie which means that it is likely that my mum was pregnant with Claus (born in July).This was taken at my grandparents place and after my brother got sick. He was really suffering at this point.This is one of the happiest family photos I have and the only one I have a print of.Going for a walk at Marielyst with Lott and Willy some of our german friends. Claus in the foreground and my dad on the right. I think you can just spot me in yellow pants in the background.I think this is at Lotte and Willy's summer house.Not sure if this is Claus or myself being babtised. It is my grand mother being god mother.This was taken outside our summer house in Marielyst.My brother number 2 from the top right on his school photo.Claus at daycare number 4 from the top left.Me at day care top left.
27. September 2015 18:09 by Rene Pallesen 0 Comments My Mum as a young girl and with her siblings 27. September 2015 18:09 by Rene Pallesen | 0 Comments TweetHere is some more old photos of my mum. This time with here brother and sisters.This first one if prShareHere is some more old photos of my mum. This time with here brother and sisters.This first one if probably one of the oldest. You can tell that the photo was shot in black and white and that the negative was later coloured (badly). It would be my mum in the middle with her two sisters Eli (the oldest on the right) and Yrsa.This is my mum in the middle with what I assume is cousins.I think it is my grandmother (Karen) holding my mum.Here is the same as the first photo, but this time without the colour.My mum and her sisters playing in the courtyard of their farmMy mum with her older sisters.Eli, Yrsa, Sonja and Flemming Kragh.Having her photo taken as a little girl.Upset about having her photo taken?My mum with her younger brother Flemming.As a liitle girlMy mum in school.From left to right...Eli, Yrsa my mum (Sonja) and Flemming.As a young girls/woman...possibly from her Konfirmation.My mum as a girl scout (no 4 from the left).It is Flemming in the middle and my mum on the right.
27. September 2015 17:09 by Rene Pallesen 0 Comments Lucas Birthday 27. September 2015 17:09 by Rene Pallesen | 0 Comments TweetEarlier this month it was Lucas birthday.We didn't have a kids party for him, but we did celebrate wShareEarlier this month it was Lucas birthday.We didn't have a kids party for him, but we did celebrate with the family.We gave him a new bike for his birthday...he was stunned and didn't know what to think of it, but he loves riding it now.
27. September 2015 17:09 by Rene Pallesen 0 Comments Lego Exhibition 27. September 2015 17:09 by Rene Pallesen | 0 Comments TweetLast weekend there was a Lego exhibition in the city.We caught the train in to St James station and ShareLast weekend there was a Lego exhibition in the city.We caught the train in to St James station and walked from there.It was a fairly small exhibition with my favourite being the pirate ship with all the details of the lower decks.There was also some Ninjago and Star wars.And a lot of other pieces.
27. September 2015 17:09 by Rene Pallesen 0 Comments Walk to Lurline Bay 27. September 2015 17:09 by Rene Pallesen | 0 Comments TweetThis weekend we took the kids for a walk with some friends from Maroubra to Lurline Bay.It is a niceShareThis weekend we took the kids for a walk with some friends from Maroubra to Lurline Bay.It is a nice little pleasant walk that is easy for the kids.They loved jumping between the boulders....and exploring the small rock pools.Because of the recent storms the beach was full of Blue bottles, so no playing in the sand this time around.They are nasty little creatures that will sting you badly if you touch them.This surfer was being very careful in his bare feet.
27. September 2015 17:09 by Rene Pallesen 0 Comments Travelling as a child 27. September 2015 17:09 by Rene Pallesen | 0 Comments TweetWhen I was a kid we would every summer travel to Southern Europe with our caravan.Usually travellingShareWhen I was a kid we would every summer travel to Southern Europe with our caravan.Usually travelling through Swizerland or Austria ending up in Italy (Either Lido di Jesolo or the Italian Riviera). Underway we would visit old friends of my mum and dad from the time they were working in Italy.Here are some photos from that time.I just noticed the burn scar on my arm on the above photo. I think this is one of the few childhood photos where you can really see it.This was out caravan while travelling.This is our caravan with the tent up in the middle.
10. September 2015 16:09 by Rene Pallesen 0 Comments Fathers Day 10. September 2015 16:09 by Rene Pallesen | 0 Comments TweetThis Sunday it was fathers day.It was celebrated with a game of Bowling with the kids in the morningShareThis Sunday it was fathers day.It was celebrated with a game of Bowling with the kids in the morning and then family dinner in the evening (with yummi chocolate cake).This photo is the only family photo I have with the entire Kims family (including little Mia).
10. September 2015 16:09 by Rene Pallesen 0 Comments More kids artwork 10. September 2015 16:09 by Rene Pallesen | 0 Comments TweetRather than keeping all the kids artwork I instead take photos of it.Here is some of the latest addiShareRather than keeping all the kids artwork I instead take photos of it.Here is some of the latest additions.
7. September 2015 10:09 by Admin 0 Comments Anything Goes - Sydney Opera House 7. September 2015 10:09 by Admin | 0 Comments TweetThis weekend Kim and I joined a couple of friends at the opera house to see the show Anything Goes.TShareThis weekend Kim and I joined a couple of friends at the opera house to see the show Anything Goes.This is a great musical which I believe is based on a book and it was first shown on Broadway all the way back in 1934.I love the old costumes from back...
27. August 2015 12:08 by Rene Pallesen 0 Comments Lucas Moment 27. August 2015 12:08 by Rene Pallesen | 0 Comments TweetLucas doesn't like me taking photos of him.Here I caught him having a moment after I picked him up aShareLucas doesn't like me taking photos of him.Here I caught him having a moment after I picked him up at daycare.