My Twilight Saga

My travels to the open home this week took me through Centennial Park at dusk. I had used the opportunity of an evening inspection to do a lap of the park prior to the inspection. In the dying moments of the day, the shrill screech of sulphur crested cockatoos mingled with the dull flapping of wings as hundreds of bats arose to begin their night of foraging in the parks and coves of Sydney.

As I jogged towards the Woollahra Gates heading for Victoria Avenue, a bat flew straight over me scratching the top of my head!

I was a bit spooked. You see I have just finished reading the Twilight trilogy (and have seen both movies). I loved them so much I made Alex call his new Guinea pig Edward Cullen (then we found out it was a girl, so she's Bella now). I only read the books because they had been chosen by my book club. But I was addicted from the first page, opening Twilight on a Friday night and not putting it down till I finished it at 8:00 a.m. on Saturday morning. My night time craving was insatiable, and I read the trilogy like a woman possessed, craving more.

I knew I was just being silly being flummoxed by the flying fox. The bat that flew low over me was probably attracted by the smell of my Jo Malone Jasmine and Mint perfume, being a Woollahra bat of distinction of course. I picked myself up, brushed myself off and resumed my jog into the light and to my 6:30 p.m. Open for Inspection.

The house I entered was beautiful.

Victoria Morish from Di Jones Real Estate was very concerned for me when I arrived and told her my story. Victoria quickly found a tissue and made sure there was no injury to be worried about. Whilst I appreciated her concern, she needn't have worried. The stunning house at 7 Victoria Avenue made me feel better in an instant. It had such a welcoming energy. Apart from three generous bedrooms (which would be perfect for my family), the house had amazing living and dining spaces that lovingly embraced a pretty courtyard, complete with a pond. Josh drives to work early in the morning and comes home late many nights, so the off-street parking would be fantastic and would certainly make his days a little easier.   I also loved the light filled-bathroom. The skylight would certainly make it very easy for me to do my makeup in the morning. (I was also very happy to see my reflection in the mirror, confirming that I was still a loving wife, mother and real estate lover and not a vampire!)

I thought the house was wonderful. I never knew such a peaceful place could be in amongst all the things that Alex, Josh and I love. From its beautiful entry you can almost smell the fresh bread and coffee at Simon Johnson; Josh's and my two favourite restaurants – Buzo and The Centennial Hotel – are both only minutes away; The divine interiors of that fabulous new boutique Cote maison – wow I could spend some serious money there!. And if we lived at 7 Victoria Avenue, Woollahra, I could be in Centennial Park in an eye blink for my morning or evening run, though I think that, just for now, I'll curtail my park running to daylight hours while the bats are still asleep.

After seeing the beautiful home in Victoria Avenue, I jogged down beautiful Queen Street and on to home where Josh and Alex were waiting patiently for me. I love our snug Paddington flat, but I have to say each time I see another one of these new homes on the market, I just get so excited at the prospect of moving. We cooked Thai for dinner and shared our stories of the day. I don't think I'll turn into a vampire after my run in with the bat today, but I added an extra few cloves of garlic to the meal, just in case.