January 12th

Today we decided to take do a little drive up to Emerald Lake where Puffing Billy stops for a picnic lunch and a play at the park with some friends. It was a lovely drive through the mountain and we caught a glimpse of the train as we drove and arrived just in time to see it at the station.

It was such a good learning experience particularly for Miah, learning about steam and coal and how the train goes. The driver actually let her up into the front carraige and showed her where the coal goes and explained it all, and we got to see the train being filled with water. 

We enjoyed a picnic lunch, had a play and LOTS of walking up and down hills. (not much fun for those having to push the pram!) And there were some great trees for climbing. Miah for the first time really climbed a tree by herself and was so proud of herself! Lily cheated and was lifted up which Miah wasnt too impressed with. As you can see fun was had by all and everyone had a nice little nap on the way home! (hooray!)