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Biggest mistake you can make is to see an opportunity
“Biggest mistake you can make is to see an opportunity and let it pass.” (Brett Partington)
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“Learn something from everyone you encounter – even if it is what not to do” (Brett Partington)
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Partington Boys Road Trip – Day 4
Adventure Day I took the lads for a wild walk to the bottom of Mt Shank Volcano. They were disappointed there was no lava but I sold it to them that we can make a word (Hi!) with some limestone rocks at the bottom and view it from the rim. ( a bit lame, but needed a distraction to avoid the whinging) A kangaroo jumped out of nowhere along the track (freaking us out), and we saw a snake on the road nearby. Checked out Little Blue Lake where teenagers…
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Partington Boys Road Trip – Day 3
Learning Day Today we were cavemen – went into both Tantanoola & Princess Margaret Rose Caves. The boys were surprised at how much they enjoyed the caves. They especially liked Princess Margaret Rose Caves as it was very deep down and had a lot more interesting features. Rule to remember Stalactites – ” hold on tight (hang down) stalagmites – ” might get to the top one day” (bottom). Helictites go sideways. We did plenty of sightseeing including Blue Lake ( for 3 minutes), Umpherston Sinkhole to feed possums and…
Read MorePartington Boys Road Trip – Day 2
Driving & Action Day A ‘Bucking’ Good Time Had By All A Day in the life of a cowboy!….Mt Gambier Rodeo. Had an amazing experience tonight with the lads by scoring the closest vantage point to the bulls and broncos (without actually riding them). Met a former rodeo promoter that got us a position right between the judges near chute 6, and on the gate where the riders walk through after they have been bucked off. Was incredible to feel the power of the 900kg – 1000kg bulls smashing into…
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“Party by Name . . . Party by Nature”
Hi Everyone, Welcome to my new ‘Party Times’ blog. The blog has been set up to stockpile all the amazing times I have had over my lifetime. I will discuss funny times, hard times, lessons learnt and words of wisdom all in a lighthearted format. My aim is to keep things ‘real’ and speak openly and frankly. Dementia is also a big part of this blog and I will share my times with my Dad as he battles along in a nursing home.I hope to bring the positive and…
Read MoreGrease is the Word – Partington Boys Learn the Moves
Watching Grease the Movie on ‘family night’ with 11yo and 13 yo boys- trying to explain the ‘dating moves’of the era. Feeling like such an old fogey!!!!!:) Rizzo….such a hussy!:)
Read MoreFind a window of opportunity
“Find a window of opportunity and jump straight through it”. (Brett Partington)
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