On Boxing Day the two of us awoke early for a 12km run, before then heading off to the MCG for opening day of the Ashes Test at the MCG. There's nothing quite like the sound of leather against willow, and every cricketing fan will know now that we were privileged to witness a historic result on this most historic event in the cricket calendar. Australia were bowled out for 98, and England replied with a resolute 168-0 at stumps. We were fortunate to be seated in a shady area high up in the stands just behind the 
wicket, affording us not just a great view of events on the pitch, but of the famed 'Barmy Army' in full song as Aussie wickets tumbled at regular intervals - a truly fantastic day, and a great Xmas gift from Nick!
That evening we were invited to join Nick and Nikki for yet another BBQ hosted by well heeled friends. After consuming all that was on offer, and having emptied our host’s considerable wine cellar in the process, we belched our way back home.
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