Well what can I say?  Thanks just doesn’t seem to be cutting it anymore – you guys, you guys ROCK!  I can’t believe how many people came out and handed over their hard earned cash to support our community and to show they haven’t forgotten our flood victims.  Thank you – from the very bottom of our hearts.  I think we can all officially call Treading Water a success – there was great music, loads of laughter, amazing raffle prizes (except I didn’t win anything, I’m just saying…), tasty food and lots and lots of people.  I haven’t had a chance to find out how much was raised but I saw many, many people buying raffle tickets so I expect we did pretty well.  Jason and I had a blast – I can’t tell you how long it has been since I took in a band or two on a school night.  At the front table when you walked in, we set up a slide show of some of the images Jason took of the flood.  It seems so strange now – when we walk down the road now to grab a bite or a video or supplies – that, only a few weeks ago, it totally under water.  It gives you a little bit more insight into how people are feeling in New Zealand and Japan – the devastation of having your community there one minute and in tatters the next.  Heart wrenching stuff…

So in between beers and bands, Jason ran around trying to capture the mayhem but we thought you’d all be interested in the highlights. (I’m afraid he had an early shoot in the morning (and I am OLD) so we left a bit early but I’m sure the place was jumping until the wee hours of the morning.)

I ended up buying Silent Feature Era‘s latest CD at the event – on the strength of their first song…I’m sure we will be hearing from these guys in the future.  Also if you are looking for a venue for your wedding or engagement party the Lightspace in Fortitude Valley is just fabulous – I love everything about the venue and the decor is ultra industrial and chic.  I’m thinking about having a party JUST so I can use the venue I love it so much!  I have added this detail shot because I want this chandelier!!!  Like BAD!