Aussie Pinay friendship.

I first met Lita and Sam soon after arriving in Australia. Lita is from the Philippines and Sam is from Malta. Sam and Lita live at Winnap which is near Dartmoor about 75 km west of Portland on highway 1. It is a small place and for several years Leta and Sam ran the general store and petrol pump in Winnap.

When I first came to Portland I heard that Lita's store was the nearest place to by groceries from the Philippines. So one weekend  we went for a drive to get some groceries. Lita's shop  was just like an old-fashioned general store selling groceries, hardware, fishing licences, camping gear, automotive supplies and refreshments. It was always a friendly place to sit and chat. We started chatting and visiting regularly for supplies.  Lita and Sam have a lot of knowledge and experience to share. 

When my daughter was born Sam and Lita came to visit.
Now my daughter is 5 years old and we still good friends. When we visit the hospitality is always great. Lita has a heart of gold and loves to look after people.



Lita, Anna, Sam visiting.

Lita and Sam are also fond of animals and on their small 1 hectare property they have all sorts of animals. At the moment they have just 3 dogs and 6 chickens  and 3 sheep/goats. In the past they have had at various times lots of pups, pigeons, 2 cows and a pony. Frugal pets alternative.

Sam is a skillful handyman and mechanic and always seems to have a project on the go. Lita loves gardening. Homegrown Jalopeno chillies.
We have kept in touch on line when we a have been interstate and overseas but always look forward to visiting Lita and Sam  in person.

Celyne's 1st birthday.