The joy of watching a busy Banksia Tree......

I believe in paradise. I am not sure if paradise will be found in Heaven however, down here on Earth it certainly can be found here at Jervis Bay.

This morning J and I walked across to the beach, a slight breeze, the crystal clear water sat like mirrors reflecting the sky and the only movement out on the bay were about

six dolphins gently slicing through the
soft waves. It is so beautiful here. J and I often debate with the locals about the value of tourism to the area; of course the locals hate tourist time each year. J and I love this time as it brings renewed life to the local economy as well as the beach.

I particularly love seeing people enjoy what I love about Jervis Bay, the beaches, the wildlife, the floral and fauna life. It is certainly a beauty to be shared and each time that come and stand in awe of all of this I think about how lucky we are. The sounds of the waves soothe the tension of everyday life in the city; the stressful sounds of construction, traffic and crowds all become alien to this environment. The feel of the waves washes away the tension and strain of being so constantly busy; The gentle breeze and the smell of salt air silently instructs our bodies to wind down and let everything go. A while back we seized watching television whenever we visited here; the stressful news stories about crime, social struggles and war are kept away here. This is a place where life is simple and tranquil. Paradise is where one can do all of this.

Today is Boxing Day and J and I have awakened to the sounds of birds and some sunshine. We are here at Callala and we have wound down from the rush of Christmas and working. Ahhhhhh tis good to be home. I am sitting on the verandah up high amongst the Banksia tress with the birds feasting on the Banksia cones and singing their delight as they go. Across the road the ferns and bush have grown double in size due to the rains and all of the Australian natives as far as the eye can see are flowering in the National park. Behind us the waves hit the beach full force reminding us of how long we have been away. Every now and then I forget about these small pleasures when I am in the city all week working. Tis good to be home

Where have you been?

Wow...has it been six months since I last posted? I will be back shortly I promise!