Tuesday 15th September '09

I drove out to buy some groceries today and when I pulled up infront of the store, this was what I saw.

A WALL OF MEE GORENG!


JOCELYN'S GRADUATION CEREMONY
It's hard to think of Jocelyn as all grown up. I still remember her jumping around with piggy tails, oblivious to things like responsibility and adulthood. Tonight was a proud moment for her yet it was rather emotional seeing how things are between Mum and Dad. It was like one of those American movies where the bride's parents are divorced and can't stand to even be in the same room together. Despite the obvious attempts that Mum and Dad made to not have to speak to each other or stand within metres of one another, we still had a good night overall.

I managed to get some really great photos.




David bought Jocelyn this little dog carrying a scroll. I think I attracted a few weird looks, as well as Mum's disapproval when I took these photos...



We arrived at 5pm and the ceremony began in Winthrop Hall at 7:30pm. I was famished. Luckily, I had the foresight to pack a ziplock bag of Doritos, which David and I munched on, careful to chew only during the applause so as not to be noisy. I couldn't help but amuse myself thinking that we were on the set of a Harry Potter movie. Especially when the academics walked down the centre aisle - there was an elderly gentleman with a huge white beard - Dumbledore!

After the ceremony, we flocked outside where there was catered foods and drinks. I immediately ran for the red wine to try to warm myself up. If only I wasn't driving tonight...I would have had a great night out with all the free drinks!

The food wasn't that bad either. Pity it was all cold food though.

Smoked Salmon & Cream Cheese Bagel
This had to be my favourite!!

Mum wanted me to take this photo of her with all the food.

There was alot of food! We spent about an hour walking around tasting everything and then headed off to get dinner.


UNCLE BILLY'S
Unit 6, 66 Roe Street, Northbridge
We drove to Northbridge, got free parking, and then quickly went to get a table. Alot of the patrons already seated in the restaurant were from the graduation ceremony as well. They had the same idea as us.

Crispy Noodles with Seafood

Steamed Toothfish with Ginger & Soy Sauce

Combination Clay Pot