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August 14th 2006
Published: August 19th 2006
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Contemplating LifeContemplating LifeContemplating Life

...well not really.
It was our war torn livers that were most thankful of our escape from Ios to the scenic Santorini - an island somehow shaped by the biggest recorded volcanic eruption of all time.

Santorini is said to be the most beautiful of the islands, a getaway from fast paced living with postcard perfect views; a romantic retreat where honeymooners hold hands, and sunsets are simply to die for : I ventured to Santorini with, Azz, and Alex the Frenchman.

For the first time in 28 illustrious years, my Birthday was not celebrated with my family in Melbourne - and despite not getting a chance to cut the cake and make a wish, from what I remember (very little) - the boys ensured it was a memorable evening.

Oia, at the far north of the island, lived up to the tourist-talked about sunset. And whilst the unique Black and Red sanded beaches at the southern point of the island were a must see, white sand, as we know, is far nicer to remove from any cracks and crevasses come home time.

With Azz in his element with deep sea cliff diving. And Alex, our equally random Frenchman, providing
Not BadNot BadNot Bad

The view from our window
useful touristic information. Chris, Sammy and I were able to marvel at the bliss that Santorini provided.






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OiaOia
Oia

Postcard Perfect
Birthday wishesBirthday wishes
Birthday wishes

Receiving a Birthday call from Mum
Black BeachBlack Beach
Black Beach

Frenchie, Azz, and I pondering the black sands below
Should have hired a donkeyShould have hired a donkey
Should have hired a donkey

The 236 steps down weren´t nearly as tough as the 236 steps back up
RandomRandom
Random

Azz Blaming-Canada from a place no one else could
Birthday CelebrationsBirthday Celebrations
Birthday Celebrations

The boys make it memorable
Ferry TimesFerry Times
Ferry Times

A 10 hour ferry, romantically spent with Azz


21st August 2006

can i wish u a very belated birthday?, or should i just tell u that i did it on the night and that u don't remember?

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