Family xmas lunch

Bayard has departed, but considering the snow storm back in DC, there is some question of how long it will take him to actually get back home! I'm keeping my fingers crossed for you buddy!
Yesterday afternoon Angelia held their family's annual christmas lunch. The top item on the menu? Prawns! Turns out that traditional xmas fare like turkey and hams require the use of the oven, which is far too hot for this time of year, and so more practical items have replaced them. Plus they are delicious! The menu was rounded out with lots of other yummy items including various salads, grilled chicken (on the barby!), etc, with a lovely pavlova for dessert.  A good time was had by all, and it was very nice getting to know Angelia's family.
The plan for the next couple days is a trip to Canberra, Australia's capital.

Coin quiz answer! Yes, the big coin it a 50 cent piece, and it is HUGE, nearly twice as big as a quarter and two times as thick. The small coin is a 2 dollar piece and is roughly the size of a dime, although close to 3 times as thick. The interesting thing about AU money is they have NO pennies, and no paper bills less then 5$. While the no pennies means everything cost some increment of 5 cents (and they round up or down if it doesn't hit right), the lack of dollar bills means you end up with a pocket full of coins. And the size of the 50 cent pieces means you end up with a heavy pocket full of coins! I am slowly getting used to the idea that, unlike in the states, the coins here are actually worth something!