Yep, that time of the year again! Although this time around, Foundation
Day (Wednesday March 6) was a just a tad more special for our family, as Harry had a part to play in
this years re-enactment! He played the part of George Oakley, a boy born on Norfolk Island in July 1791. George was the son of First Fleet convict George Wood who was convicted for stealing three red leather trunks of clothing from a moored ship situated at Limehouse, England.
Harry had high hopes that he'd get to ride on a boat during the
re-enactment. Ben and I weren't sure how his role would play out, but we
sure were relieved when Harry did indeed get to hop on board the
lighter for the short voyage from Slaughter Bay to Emily Bay. Yes, that tiny
little boat journey made Harry's day!
