tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2480741245709748892024-02-19T17:36:45.347+11:00Why not?We often ask ourselves that question. It often leads to unexpected decisions, especially when you aim to live a life without regret.Maria DiCoccohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02304222224525035344noreply@blogger.comBlogger129125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-248074124570974889.post-61652768717047713442019-05-26T19:38:00.002+10:002019-05-26T19:38:35.725+10:00road tripAmalfi Coast here we come, all nine of us in a mini van!<br />
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The day started early, we were the last to the picked up at 7am. Vincenzo (who drove trucks, buses and then tour buses for many years) was in the drivers seat. We passed through Abruzzo, then Molise and into Campagna, past Mount Vesuvius and towards Napoli, turning left and making for the Amalfi Coast. Green hills and snow capped mountains in the distance, villages perched atop rocky outcrops gave way to plains and eventually the outer edges of the city.<br />
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To say the Amalfi Coast is stunning would be an understatement. It is truly amazing and words and pictures don't do it justice. Sheer cliffs, houses and buildings perched on the edge, seeming to emerge from the very rock itself, blue water and a winding road. And people. And cars. The road itself is narrow and winding, one lane each way, barely wide enough for cars to pass. The traffic was horrendous, a slow crawl at best, stop start stop start the norm. Tour buses, cars and motor bikes edged their way along the route, passing with only centimetres between. At times I could have put my hand out the window and touched a stone wall and often there was a very vertical drop with a simple guard rail as a safety precaution. Luckily Vincenzo is an excellent and experienced driver! There were few places to stop and take a photo or admire the view and literally nowhere to park. We managed a couple of quick snap shots out of the car window but soon gave up and just 'enjoyed the ride'.<br />
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It was impossible to find a place to park so we ended up taking one of the side streets in Amalfi and pulling over to have a quick bite to eat (picnic style) from the back of the van. A police car drove past and asked us to move on, luckily we were finished anyway.<br />
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Vincenzo dropped us in the main part of Amalfi and we wandered in the piazza and the shopping strip (full of tourists and generally tacky shops). I'm not sure where Vincenzo went or where he parked while he waited.<br />
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We headed into and over the mountains, taking a short cut to the autostrada. Everyone was giving Vincenzo a hard time about his choice but the mountain views were amazing and we passed small country towns perched in the most unbelievable places, orto's (blocks of land where people grow stuff), old houses and patched up roads. I thought we were heading home, but no, next thing I know we are in Napoli, a chaotic, busy, bustling alive city. I did close my eyes a number of times as Vincenzo 'merged' into traffic and crossed roads where there were no traffic lights. We stopped (well Vincenzo kind of parked on the street) so that Anna and Giovanni could go to a particular shop that sells Italian confetti (small almond sweets covered with a crisp sugar coating, given to guests at important occasions such as the upcoming baptism of their youngest grandson). They are delicious, we bought some too! Vincenzo managed to manoeuvre the van into the centre of Napoli and 'kind of park' (that means just stop where there is a space and stay with the van) while we looked at the piazza, a shopping strip and tasted some local pastries.<br />
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Then it was 8pm and time to head home. An unforgettable experience, made all the more precious for sharing it with family.<br />
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<br />Maria DiCoccohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02304222224525035344noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-248074124570974889.post-84906118258395409662019-05-24T02:59:00.002+10:002019-05-24T03:14:37.117+10:00birthday and moreColin arrived on my birthday, just in time for lunch! (almost 30 hours of travel and straight into it) Giuseppina went above and beyond in the food department, happy birthday was sung in Italian and English, I blew out the candle on a beautiful cake and received an Italian leather handbag. A special way to celebrate this year, just being here and having Colin arrive was the best thing.<br />
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Tuesday we (plus Pietro, Teresa and Vincenzo) headed north 3.5 hours to Rimini. Pietro and Teresa's oldest daughter goes to Uni there. It was great to meet her, eat some local pasta and walk around the 'centro'. That's a 2000 year old bridge in the background there!<br />
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We also visited a church, the Basilica of San Vitale in Ravenna (40 minutes north). It is famous as it is one of the few surviving examples of early christian Byzantine art and architecture (547AD). The tiny mosaics making up the frescoes were truly amazing.<br />
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Wednesday was a Pollutri day.<br />
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Thursday was a local exploration day. Anna and Giovanni took us to Roccascalenga so that Colin could see the Castle and beautiful hill top towns. A few different views of the castle, from the top and the bottom. We still get blown away by how old things are here, and you can climb on them and touch them and people have done so for centuries!<br />
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<br />Maria DiCoccohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02304222224525035344noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-248074124570974889.post-91617227339705129882019-05-15T23:49:00.001+10:002019-05-15T23:49:31.846+10:00alleys and doorsIt has been unseasonably cold and wet here, all the locals are complaining. There have been snow falls on the mountains and floods in other regions. I spent a showery Monday with Anna and her family, took myself to the nearby museum on Tuesday morning (it was warm and dry inside) and then had lunch with Vincenzo and Giuseppina. Today was cloudy but not showery and the possibility of getting out and about was appealing. I haven't had a day to myself since I arrived so planned an excursion by bus to a local town.<br />
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Taking the bus here is not quite as straight forward as you would imagine but my limited Italian got me where I wanted to go. I had to rush to catch the bus (only one each hour or less) and missed breakfast, so on arrival in Casalbordino I found a bar to have an Italian breakfast - an espresso and cornetto (croissant). I was a bit unsure if I should go in or not as there were quite a few blokes standing outside chatting, maybe this was a blokes only kind of place. But when I looked inside I saw a couple of females so decided it was ok. I am developing a taste for an espresso each day (along with pasta and dolce/biscotti). It is amazing how easy it is to adapt to a multi course lunch each day!<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">I went for a walk with Anna around the country roads near her house. That is Casalbordino in the distance</td></tr>
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There wasn't much open in Casalbordino so I spent a very pleasant couple of hours wandering around the alleys and laneways taking photos of all the amazing old doors.<br />
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And here are some of the old doors that captured my eye (nothing appears straight in the alleys)<div>
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I turned up early to catch the bus back (didn't want to miss it because the next one was a two hour wait) and ended up chatting with an old lady who had lived in Canada and the US for 14 years and spoke English. We used a mixture of Italian and English as she hadn't really spoken English for the last 20 years and my Italian is rudimentary. She was also going to Vasto and ensured I caught the correct bus home!<br />
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Maria DiCoccohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02304222224525035344noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-248074124570974889.post-56766322206626228302019-05-13T17:16:00.000+10:002019-05-13T17:16:40.641+10:00mother's dayMother's Day in Italy is pretty much the same as anywhere else, gifts, flowers and lunch together as a family. Although I did notice that gender roles appear quite fixed here (not sure if it is just my limited experience or whether it is more generalised), no males helping in the kitchen or cleaning up afterwards. The kitchen (and cleaning) is definitely the domain of women.<br />
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It was nice to be back home around 6pm (along with my take away for dinner - not left overs but stuffed carciofe that Giuseppina had prepared earlier that morning for dinner that evening!). In true Italian style I took myself for a passeggiata (walk) around the piazza's. Despite the very ordinary weather people still take their evening stroll, stopping to talk, have an apertivo or a gelato and just 'hang out'. It was nice that despite being alone I could go out into the streets and be alongside other people and feel a part of the town. It also fills in the hours until you are ready to eat again and go to bed. I decided to leave the carciofe for tomorrow and had gelato and cherries (picked yesterday) instead.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">a very grey/blue vista this evening</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">wandered through the labyrinth of laneways and discovered this little gem</td></tr>
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<br />Maria DiCoccohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02304222224525035344noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-248074124570974889.post-19385259143506764472019-05-12T04:14:00.000+10:002019-05-12T04:14:54.637+10:00going with the flowI never really know what is going on, there is the challenge of communication and also the fact that plans change.<br />
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I was thinking today would be a bit if a rest day after a few busy days in L'Aquila. Teresa invited me to go the local fruit and veg market which I was keen to do. She would ring me about 9 or 9.30. I took myself to the piazza to sit and wait and enjoy the beautiful day and do a bit of people watching. When Teresa called she said she would be late, I said I was in the piazza and would see her later, she said something and then '5 minutes'. She turned up 5 minutes later and said something about Peter (my cousin's husband from Melbourne). I thought we were going to pick something up for him. We went to the local municipal office (just round the corner), the next thing I know we are meeting people and shaking hands and going into the council chambers. Turns out Peter was being presented with a prestigious award acknowledging the work he has done on behalf of Vasto in promoting their local produce via imports with Bertocchi. (Peter was born in Vasto and lived here for 10 years until his family migrated to Australia). I was feeling very underdressed in my sandals and t-shirt amongst all the suits! We even had to join in the group photo, which I screen shot (below and blurry) from a fb post from Vastoweb, which another cousin had seen and reposted.<br />
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We did visit the fruit and veg market, had spaghetti vongole (Vasto specialty) for lunch, went to Pietro's orto (block of land) and picked cherries before the rain tomorrow and walked along the Vasto Marina (beach). Thankfully Teresa asked me if I would like to go out later for something to eat or if I preferred to stay at home, I opted to stay at home and have a couple of hours rest before tomorrow, which is also Mother's Day here and no doubt there will be some kind of celebration. All I know is that I'm being picked up tomorrow, the day will unfold as it will.Maria DiCoccohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02304222224525035344noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-248074124570974889.post-18824271157550081272019-05-10T01:10:00.000+10:002019-05-10T01:10:30.364+10:00Into the mountains<br />
Dino and I went up into the mountains today (Gran Sasso). We wandered around a small village (Santo Stefano di Sessanio). It also suffered destruction during the earthquake and work to restore the old stone buildings continues. 67 people live here, but the number swells during the summer. Most things were closed today. In winter this village would be covered in snow. It was 10 degrees today and summer is not far away!<br />
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We went a little further up the mountain to Rocca Calascio (castle)<br />
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It is so amazing to see buildings hundreds of years old, I am not sure why they built a church way up here four hundred years ago. Well actually the sign (thankfully in English also) said it was in thanks to the 'Heavenly Mother' (now that is interesting) for saving them during an invasion.<br />
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<br />Maria DiCoccohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02304222224525035344noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-248074124570974889.post-30435631010889868162019-05-09T00:57:00.001+10:002019-05-09T00:57:31.726+10:00L'AquilaI caught the bus yesterday to L'Aquila, far too early in the morning. I was happy to walk but Vincenzo insisted on taking me. I had a slight moment of panic when the bus stopped on the outskirts of L'Aquila and I wasn't sure if I was supposed to get off or not. The bus doesn't stop at what we would consider a bus station, simply the side of the road or near some shops. I managed to ask the woman sitting beside me if this was the stop for L'Aquila and she said no, I hoped she was right because as the bus continued the sign said to Rome and I was worried I was going to end up there. But soon there were signs for L'Aquila, the next problem was that there were two stops in L'Aquila (the lady beside me kindly explained) and I didn't know which one I was supposed to get off at! Fortunately I recognised Dino when the bus stopped and made a hasty exit. We headed to a cafe for a quick espresso (number 2 for me because I had one with Vincenzo at the bus stop earlier). I soon realised after that two espresso's and not much breakfast when you are not used to it doesn't make you feel great!<br />
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Dino took me into the centre of the city to look around. There was a terrible earthquake here in 2009 and then another in 2016. The place reminded me of Christchurch, lots of buildings destroyed and in the process of being rebuilt. Similarly the psyche of the people here is scarred by the trauma they experienced. The earthquake is never far from their thoughts. Unfortunately Italy probably doesn't have the same efficiency of agencies and authorities to oversee the restructuring of the city.<br />
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There is still lots of work to be done in the city. So many of the buildings were 100s of years old, many of them Unesco heritage listed. The work is slow and expensive. Many of the people were re-housed and 10 years later are still waiting to return to their homes. Most of the outer ring of the city has had new blocks of apartments built.<br />
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L'Aquila has 99 churches and many of them were badly damaged, they are costly and difficult to repair. This is the inside of one of the lucky ones.<br />
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They rebuilt the regional Head Offices (L'Aquila is the capital of Abruzzo). No new modern buildings here, they would look so out of place, this is a replica of the old one.<br />
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This morning we headed out into the country side to visit some caves nearby (Le Grotte Stiffe)<br />
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We went on a tour, fortunately for me the guide spoke English, so after the explanation in Italian he came and explained it all to me in English. I felt bad for the other people having to wait around.<br />
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This evening we are going out for pizza with one of Dino and Maria Grazia's sons, his wife and daughter.<br />
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<br />Maria DiCoccohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02304222224525035344noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-248074124570974889.post-25501238935988686422019-05-06T20:12:00.000+10:002019-05-06T20:12:33.725+10:00Instagram not workingHaving problems with instagram and lightroom.<br />
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The final day of the Festa of San Nicola. Giuseppina and I caught the last part of mass while the blokes talked with friends outside. The church was full to overflowing and it was standing room only in the back. It was pretty much the same as mass anywhere but in Italian! After the service the large wooden doors were opened and there was a procession through the streets with the figure of San Nicola. It was a silent procession and prayers were said along the way. At the end the band played for a bit and then everyone went home to have a celebratory lunch with family and friends.<br />
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Lunch was a family affair with all Anna's family, Vincenzo, Giuseppina, Peter (from Melbourne) and I. Later on Teresa and Katia dropped in and also Donato, his wife and sister (the guy playing the accordion the other night). Lunch started at about 2pm and morphed into more eating and drinking, we left close to 10pm. Listening and concentrating for such a long time was difficult and down right impossible to understand when they were talking in dialect (their local take on Italian). There was a cake decorated to remember that Peter and I were there on this occasion. I particularly liked my cuddle with Ruggero, all of four weeks old (Pina's new baby).<br />
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<br />Maria DiCoccohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02304222224525035344noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-248074124570974889.post-48641521451809974422019-01-10T18:57:00.000+11:002019-01-10T19:04:14.517+11:00a stubborn snakeDeep Creek Conservation Park was our destination today. We opted for a walk rated as medium rather than the one rated difficult, we are on holidays after all. Also the one rated as difficult said for experienced and fit hikers only, I don't think I fit either of those categories.<br />
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On the way back Colin came to an abrupt stop, a snake was on the path just ahead (that is why he usually goes first!). It was sprawled across the path so there was no going round or past. We did the usual, make some noise, stamp your feet, no response. Not even an acknowledgment that we were there. Colin proceeded to throw a rock 2 metres or so from the snake, nothing. A couple more rocks and landing a bit closer. Still nothing. This snake was not moving. Eventually Colin resorted to throwing a pebble very close to the snake, actually it was a bit too good of a shot and landed on it. It gave a little start and lazily moved off the path. The problem now was that it was in the bushes by the side of the path, but how far into the bushes? I had visions of it lying in wait til we walked past and springing out to bite the people that had thrown a pebble at it. Colin threw a couple more stones in the general area where it had gone off the path, hopefully to ensure it had a gone a fair way into the bushes. I grabbed Colin's hand and we walked VERY briskly past the spot. I did look behind once or twice just to make sure it wasn't coming after us.<br />
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We checked out Tapanappa Lookout, which was a car park surrounded by trees with no view. However a a couple of hundred meters before the lookout there was a place from which you could view the coastline.<br />
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We also decided to check out Blowhole Beach, why not? You needed a four wheel drive to get down. It was a good spot for some lunch.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">there's the spot, down there</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">almost there</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">a sheltered spot for lunch (some surfers enjoying catching a little wave all to themselves)</td></tr>
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<br />Maria DiCoccohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02304222224525035344noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-248074124570974889.post-79444788285196523002019-01-09T17:57:00.001+11:002019-01-09T17:59:56.916+11:00fleurieu peninsulaWe have based ourselves in Normanville for the week, a small coastal town on the Fleurieu Peninsula. The caravan park has direct access to the beach and the surf club is a stones throw away. Unfortunately for Colin, there is no surf. He has been able to swim every morning and late afternoon but he is growing bored with the flat ocean. He has decided to add snorkel gear and swimming goggles to the packing list for the future.<br />
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Normanville is on the west side of the peninsula and we made our way north towards Adelaide stopping at many of the beaches and bays along the way. Alas for Colin, still no surf but lots of beautiful coastline. It made me think of just how much coastline we have in Australia, no wonder we gravitate towards it. (actually Australia is ranked 7th in the world for longest coastline - Canada has the most by far)<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">A stones throw from Normanville is Carickalinga, <br />
a fantastic little beach with so few people. <br />
We returned here at the end of the day for a swim.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Sellicks Beach</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Port Willunga/Aldinga Beach</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Port Willunga Beach</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Port Noarlunga</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Port Noarlunga has a fantastic jetty</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">And clear water</td></tr>
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgKILmVmSEstyV93e0BRSo8vzS4swLSRKyqUUn51m8I80K6OlXI4Y_BYdDt1yXiKP1OG5blDbU37WluDHHeKCGblPwYKq8vyQ_QhqaUG-X5iUSy2rzWUbdxg9tEK_9iCXymbOqlUK_ZOEkl/s1600/dicocco_m_2019_0109_08.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="683" data-original-width="1024" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgKILmVmSEstyV93e0BRSo8vzS4swLSRKyqUUn51m8I80K6OlXI4Y_BYdDt1yXiKP1OG5blDbU37WluDHHeKCGblPwYKq8vyQ_QhqaUG-X5iUSy2rzWUbdxg9tEK_9iCXymbOqlUK_ZOEkl/s640/dicocco_m_2019_0109_08.jpg" width="640" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">And some rock pools</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">And a reef at the end of the jetty where lots of people were snorkelling</td></tr>
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It was strange to find ourselves in traffic and amongst houses and 'normal life'. It was not a nice feeling. We were glad to turn around once we reached Christies Beach and head back to small towns and open spaces and beaches with not many people.<br />
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Another day we headed to the east side of the peninsula and checked out a few south facing beaches. Lots of swell and wind this way. The churning water was sand laden, even Colin was not tempted in here today.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Middleton Beach</td></tr>
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We poked our heads in at Victor Harbour and Goolwa and figured we may as well go onto Hindmarsh Island and see the mouth of the Murray.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">There is always dredging happening here</td></tr>
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Enough of beaches for a bit (but not the coast), another day we decided to walk a small section of the Heysen Trail. We took in the views at Rosetta Bluff and then walked along the beautiful coast to Kings Beach, actually a bit further because we were enjoying it so much and you always want to know what is around the next corner!<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Rosetta Bluff</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">The walking trail follows the coast down there</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">the perfect spot for a rest</td></tr>
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<br />Maria DiCoccohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02304222224525035344noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-248074124570974889.post-5169826643412168162019-01-05T15:34:00.001+11:002019-01-05T15:37:35.060+11:00KI 3Our last couple of days on Kangaroo island have been pretty much a repeat of other days, with a minor variation or two.<br />
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Day 5<br />
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After a cruisey morning around town and a visit to a couple of galleries we decided it was about time to put on our walking shoes. We chose something not too far away and not too difficult. The path meandered along the coast for a bit and was supposed to end up at an historical site.<br />
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The blue wooden markers appeared to be replaced by blue ribbons tied to trees and led into the bush and up a hill. We followed (as did a young couple close behind us, equally baffled as to where the path was leading). Turns out to someones property and the blue ribbons were their markers to get down to the water and a tinny moored by the bank! Oh well, never mind, a bit of extra exercise. We opted to return via the beach and what should we stumble upon but a sign for the historic site, minus any actual evidence of a site.<br />
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The walk back along the beach was pleasant despite rock hopping at times and walking into the wind.<br />
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We ended the day back at Island beach (a discovery a few days ago) and Colin had a swim of course.<br />
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This is probably the best beach on the island if you like a long beach with soft white sand and calm water. Those in the know think so too, with quite a few 'nice' beach houses, a line of boats moored in the bay, plenty of water sport equipment and people walking along the beach with glasses of wine at 5pm. And there was a boat that was heading into shore and didn't stop, it kept coming onto the sand and wheels appeared below and it drove right up and parked on the beach.<br />
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Day 6<br />
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We planned to visit Emu Bay again, Colin keen for a swim. On the way we decided to follow a dirt road and check out Boxing Bay and the North Cape. The four wheel drive came in very handy.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">rocky and wind swept</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Colin loves this car</td></tr>
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Colin had visions of a swim at Emu Bay but alas the clouds closed in and the wind picked up so we turned to plan B. A drive along the beach instead.<br />
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There is a great little coffee cart at Emu Bay, actually it is the only place for a coffee. We parked ourselves in a sheltered corner and whiled away the time people watching and eavesdropping. we learnt quite a bit about the place and the people. (from Colin's iPhone)<br />
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The Bay of Shoals Winery was next on the list. The couple who got lost with us (while walking) the day before had recommended it. Not a bad spot for a glass of wine and a bit of lunch.<br />
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<br />Maria DiCoccohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02304222224525035344noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-248074124570974889.post-78832703291079477942019-01-03T17:32:00.000+11:002019-01-03T20:44:55.488+11:00KI 2Day 3 saw us head to Flinders Chase National Park in the south west corner of the island and for once join the rest of the tourists at a couple of iconic spots.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Cape Du Couedic lighthouse</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">the dark blob/arch is what everyone has come to see (not from this far away though). <br />
And it is blowing a gale.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">the Admirals Arch, including tourists</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">actually have to share the walkways</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">next stop is the Remarkable Rocks, a geological wonder perched right on a point</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">scrambling over the rocks is allowed</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">so why not join the rest</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">pretty spectacular</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">no one around this side</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Decided to check out D'Estrees Bay, but not for us, a tonne of seaweed</td></tr>
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We returned to American River to find a shady spot for lunch and then checked the map to figure out how to get to a long strip of white sand we had seen across from Kingscote.<br />
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It was so shallow and warm it was like a bath!<br />
Once we arrived at such a beautiful and secluded spot your father promptly went skinny dipping <br />
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Maria DiCoccohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02304222224525035344noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-248074124570974889.post-19106745053844026152019-01-01T17:08:00.000+11:002019-01-01T17:08:55.858+11:00Kangaroo IslandWe've had a couple of days to explore now. We are choosing one section of the island each day and following our noses to see what we see, particularly along the coast - beaches, bays and headlands.<br />
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We started at American River, a small place reminiscent of Hawley Beach or Port Sorrell (for those Tasmanians) back in the day when people built simple shacks in beautiful places. We followed a walking path along the coast for a bit,<br />
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and stopped to chat with Tony (a local) who is part of a group of maritime enthusiasts building a <a href="https://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-10-14/replica-of-first-sa-built-schooner-independence-planned-by-ki-m/5811220" target="_blank">replica wooden boat</a> from 1803. (from Colin's iPhone)<br />
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Across the bay from American River we could see a long stretch of white sand, we had to check it out - gritty sand and wind though.<br />
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We figured the other side of the spit would be protected and proceeded to follow dirt roads to find 'the spot'. Yep, a perfect lunch spot, soft white sand, clear blue water and just a few locals.<br />
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We cruised back to Penneshaw, where the ferry comes in, and made good use of the maps and brochures from the Information Centre.<br />
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Cape Willoughby was close by so why not take a look.<br />
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We followed another dirt road, why not? and walked a short distance to view Antechamber Bay. How amazing that at the busiest time of the holiday year there are plenty of secluded places for families to set up and enjoy a day at the beach. I guess when the Island is 150km long there is plenty of coastline for everyone.<br />
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Colin finally found a beach with waves, but the blustery on shore wind was not tempting at all, the coffee van and view were though.<br />
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With another day of southerly winds we headed to the North Coast hoping for sheltered bays.<br />
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Emu Bay - yet another 'quaint' shack village with white sand and blue water, and cars driving on the beach.<br />
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Along another dirt track to Stokes Bay. At first it looks like there are only rocks<br />
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Another great lunch spot.<br />
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We are enjoying having the Patrol, it makes driving on dirt roads easy and with a small car fridge we can set up for the day, head off and take it as it comes.<br />
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<br />Maria DiCoccohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02304222224525035344noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-248074124570974889.post-25061508770372714212018-12-31T19:48:00.000+11:002018-12-31T19:48:16.437+11:00tiger mothUp, up and away. When you drop in on family and your brother in law is a pilot and aircraft enthusiast you never know where you might end up.<br />
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On route to Kangaroo Island we stopped at Nhill to catch up with Colin's sister and brother in law, Ali and Brian and their family. Amidst the chin wagging, cricket watching, finding out about the work Ali has been doing with the Karen people (<a href="https://www.pawpo.org.au/" target="_blank">Paw Po</a>), Brian very kindly offered to take us each for a ride in the 'Tiger Moth'. Brian's father, Len, is also a pilot and an avid aviation enthusiast and recently purchased a Tiger Moth. It is on display at the <a href="http://www.theweeklyadvertiser.com.au/2017/11/22/tiger-comes-to-nhill/" target="_blank">Nhill Aviation Heritage Centre</a>. It is an amazing experience to be flying in something that looks so 'flimsy', to hear the whirring of the propellors and feel the force of the wind, to look over the side and your view is unencumbered by windows. It is flying at its most elemental and we both feel so fortunate to have had such an experience. (a very big thank you to Brian for taking the time and doing all the safety preparation before hand!)<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">looking out the front (I had to hold the camera up high to take this <br />as you cannot see out the front because you are sitting down lower)</td></tr>
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<br />Maria DiCoccohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02304222224525035344noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-248074124570974889.post-7272779428254531972018-12-22T19:33:00.000+11:002018-12-22T19:34:10.943+11:00Alpine Country<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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A few pics from our recent excursion into Alpine Country.<br />
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Harrietville; first time in the new tent and trying out our sleeping mats. All good, but not my preferred mode of accommodation! I'll take the caravan any day. There isn't really a way to be comfortable in a hiking tent and on a sleeping mat, even though I opted for the 'comfort deluxe'. Oh well it was only for a few nights and the aches and pains slowly dissipate once you get moving in the morning.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">figuring out the 'jet boil' and accessories</td></tr>
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We hiked along the 'Razor Back' from Mount Hotham to Mount Feathertop, well almost all the way. We stopped short to ensure that my sore knee would make it all the way back and be ok for another day or so. The views were stunning so we didn't feel like we were missing out on anything by not doing the very last couple of kilometres.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">starting on Mount Hotham means the views are amazing right from the start</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">around, up and over</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">and it just keeps going</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">around another bend</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">its a rocky path at times</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">heading into a section of snow gums.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">the snow gums are ghostly white and mostly dead due to a previous bushfire</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">taking it in </td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">how's this for a view</td></tr>
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<span style="text-align: center;">We camped at JB Plains Hut Camping Ground and had the whole area and the long drop to ourselves.</span><br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Colin loves to tinker with things</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">a long drop on a lean </td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">early morning mist</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">the early morning mist was amazing ten minutes before this photo was taken. <br />
It took me that long to dash to the car and get my camera and get back, bummer missed it. <br />
Reminder to self, always keep a camera on hand!</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">amazing spider webs in the morning sun. I couldn't get any closer to take a photo <br />
because the afternoon before a snake had slithered into the grass right near this tree <br />
right after it raised its head/body when Colin had carefully walked past it.</td></tr>
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From the heights to the plains - the following day we took it easy with some walks around Dinner Plains.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">luscious green (hope there's no snakes in there)</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">a dam with tadpoles and croaking frogs</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"> the obligatory cup of tea and piece of fruit cake</td></tr>
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<br />Maria DiCoccohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02304222224525035344noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-248074124570974889.post-21028273286423083962018-11-14T13:44:00.001+11:002018-11-14T13:44:16.631+11:00Maria Island Wombats, wildlife, old buildings and beautiful scenery is just the beginning on Maria Island.<br />
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Day 1<br />
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Within minutes of walking off the ferry a mother wombat and her baby crossed our path. It was a scramble to get a quick snap. Despite searching over the coming days we never saw another baby wombat. We did however stalk wombats with laden pouches hoping for a glimpse. What we did glimpse (with much staring at wombats nether regions - wombats pouches face backwards so they don't fill up with dirt when they dig) was a tiny little hairless foot poking out of a pouch. It was an amazing sight, almost like a glimpse of something in utero. Wombats are hard to take photos of, they are eating machines and rarely lift their heads from the grass they are nibbling.<br />
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We also saw plenty of kangaroos, wallabies, pademelons (some with babies in the pouch), cape barren geese, native hens and a lot of other birds. We glimpsed a Tasmanian Devil at dusk most evenings as she came out of her den under a building close by. Wildlife encounters are plentiful on Maria Island and is one of the things that makes it so special.<br />
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The Painted Cliffs is a short stroll and can only be accessed at low tide.<br />
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It was a bit drizzly when we arrived but luckily the sun made a brief break through the cloud cover and we saw the cliffs in all their glory.<br />
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The stormy skies were an added bonus to a beautiful landscape.<br />
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Day 2<br />
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We set ourselves the task of climbing Mount Bishop and Clerk.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">the beginning of the ascent</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">the last hour or so was over rock - hard and slow work</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">almost at the top</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">well done Jo, little mountain goat</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">photo time, there were views of the Tasmanian mainland and Freycinet peninsula</td></tr>
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My knees were not too happy with the rocky descent.<br />
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Day 3<br />
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A quieter day spent exploring the old buildings, learning about the convict heritage and walking to the fossil cliffs.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">the silos</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">the millers cottage</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">inside Howells cottage</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">the ruins of the religious instruction building</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">once there were over 60 convicts in this room</td></tr>
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A 'sore butt' kind of day as we hired bikes and rode to the other end of the island. The coastal path was an easy and beautiful ride.<br />
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There was a bit of resting, lunching, sun baking, digging and oyster shell skimming.<br />
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I asked Jo why his butt wasn't sore, he said it was and his knee was too 'but the joy of riding keeps me going'. I managed to find some joy in riding on the way home too - downhill and fast with the wind whipping my hair. (downhill means you don't have to pedal and you can use one leg to lift yourself slightly off the seat and relieve pressure on your butt, the wind was whipping my hair because my helmet slipped off my head and down my back - more because of the wind than my speed I think! Although I did think to myself as everything was flashing by that lucky my sister used to be a nurse and if I came a cropper she would be able to patch me up).<br />
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Maria Island is a stunning place and the wildlife is truly amazing. Thanks Carla and Jo for letting me tag along.<br />
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<br />Maria DiCoccohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02304222224525035344noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-248074124570974889.post-59330336494282230862018-11-07T17:35:00.000+11:002018-11-07T19:32:48.484+11:003 CapesSpectacular coastline, well maintained tracks, impressive cabins, varied weather and new friends - that about sums up the 3 Capes.<br />
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Day 1<br />
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We were transported by boat from Port Arthur to Denmans Cove, exploring coves and ancient cliffs, sighting a sea eagle and dolphins on the way.<br />
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Once deposited at Denmans Cove we stopped a while to eat some lunch and enjoy the scenery. Colin went for a swim of course.<br />
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We were lucky enough to have blue skies for the start of our trek.<br />
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A short 4km later (mostly uphill) we arrived at Surveyors cabin<br />
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Day 2<br />
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Forests, heathlands and moorlands. Spring time meant lots of wildflowers too.<br />
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A climb up to Arthurs Peak and a view across Crescent Bay to Cape Raoul<br />
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A side track to a camping ground. (all that way down and now a long way up to return to the main track), alas, no creek or swimming hole for Colin, so disappointing<br />
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But it was kind of nice lying there watching the trees sway in the breeze, and 10 minutes later clouds racing by<br />
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Finally the end and what a view from Munro cabin<br />
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Day 3<br />
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Forecast - strong wind warning, gusts over 65km, possible hail and snow down to 600 metres.<br />
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Epic views and plunging cliffs (and yippee you get to leave your packs at Munro for a whole 16km, collecting them later in the day before continuing on to Retakunna cabin)<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Tasman Island at the end of The Blade, Cape Pillar</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">A stormy, moody coastline today, but still staggeringly beautiful</td></tr>
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We were not sure we would be able to climb The Blade, luckily there was a lull between fronts, the wind dropped and we climbed to the top. Cape Pillar.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Yep, we climbed to the top of that </td></tr>
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A front coming through. We ate our lunch here just as it started to hail<br />
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Day 4<br />
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A whole lots of steps<br />
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But first a walk through leafy greens and moss and up to the top of Mount Fortescue<br />
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Morning Tea time<br />
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Out to Cape Huay, the way ahead<br />
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The way behind<br />
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The view on the way<br />
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A view from the end of Cape Huay<br />
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Backtrack and down to Fortescue Bay and that is the end.<br />
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And of course Colin had a swim in the frigid water. (I was too busy finding the toilet to capture the moment)<br />
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It was a fantastic four days, made all the more enjoyable by the company. Ironically we ended up spending a lot of time with two couples, one from Torquay and the other from Ballarat who have a holiday house at Point Lonsdale! (Thanks Steve and Michelle, Tim and Serrin for letting us gate crash) The coastline, sheer cliffs and varied terrain were amazing. We saw plenty of birds and lizards, a wallaby, an echidna and a tiger snake. We experienced blue skies and sun, wind, rain and hail. We had sore and tired bodies, were revived by miso soup and wine at the end of the day (wine, thanks to our new found friends who were prepared to carry goon and willing to share). The wind howled one night, there was a warm bush shower one night, the long drop was a cold walk every night.<br />
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The 3 Capes is a fantastic first foray into multi day hiking. It was an incredible, memorable experience.<br />
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<br />Maria DiCoccohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02304222224525035344noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-248074124570974889.post-84725431720746525682018-10-13T18:42:00.000+11:002018-10-13T18:42:15.514+11:00GOW day 6The last day, a long one too.<br />
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Wreck Beach to the 12 Apostles.<br />
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We took our start of the day group shot at the finish, the 12 Apostles, when we dropped a car there early in the morning. We figured we would be too tired to take an end of the trek photo and there would be so many tourists we wouldn't have a chance. So here is Carla's iPhone on its little stand taking a group shot for the last time.<br />
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Thankfully there was less up and down today. As usual the track alternated between bushy paths and cliff top paths, board walks, stone steps and sandy tracks.<br />
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There was a loo with a view<br />
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A river with a bridge<br />
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And a cafe a short detour away<br />
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Colin and I ate our lunch by the river, I wasn't keen for any more walking than strictly necessary<br />
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The end is in sight<br />
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The last few kilometres were hard, hot work: sandy sheltered paths. We fantasised about our celebratory afternoon tea on the way home. Pat decided on waffles with quadruple ice-cream. Alas the cafe was out of ice-cream, he had to settle for a donut instead. Jo opted for a hot dog! (it was the best one he's ever eaten). After 100km he deserved every delicious mouthful.<br />
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100km, six days of walking, spectacular views, varied terrain, wildlife, aches and pains and best of all sharing the experience with family. The kids were real troopers doing a fantastic job. Gregg was official doctor, consultant, advisor and masseuse. But the hero was my sister who's organisational skills are off the scale. Her determination and can do attitude are amazing. I had to deal with a bit of pain for a few days, she has to deal with pain most days. Despite her MS and because of her MS she has embarked on a journey where hiking is foundational. It was a privilege to be part of this adventure - she is such an inspiration.<br />
<br />Maria DiCoccohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02304222224525035344noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-248074124570974889.post-1005533051878220862018-10-12T17:33:00.000+11:002018-10-12T17:35:10.476+11:00GOW day 5Well my day 5 was not the one I imagined.<br />
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It was a difficult decision to take a rest day, the desire to hike with the group and complete the whole track was so strong. In the end I made the sensible (and right) decision not to risk my knee - in approximately two weeks we will be hiking the 3 Capes in Tassie. If it wasn't for this upcoming hike I would have just pushed through and dealt with the consequences. Considering I am hobbling to the toilet block 200 meters away and the downhill return to the caravan is causing problems, it is probably a good thing I was 'forced' to make a sensible decision. So today is about ice, anti inflammatory's, stretching and rest. The final section of the track is flatter, so tomorrow should be ok!<br />
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Here's what the others got up to today. (photos from Colin and Carla's iPhones)<br />
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Ryans Den to Wreck Beach<br />
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Start of the day group shot<br />
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Apparently the track was similar to yesterday, an awful lot of going up and coming down (encouraging graffiti on the stair rails)<br />
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These kind of views are becoming common place!<br />
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The bush bits<br />
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By passing a farm<br />
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admiring the view and resting after another ascent<br />
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Snack time<br />
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<br />Maria DiCoccohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02304222224525035344noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-248074124570974889.post-21071006884067203172018-10-11T17:29:00.000+11:002018-10-11T17:29:24.678+11:00GOW day 4Johanna Beach to Ryan's Den - the most challenging day so far, lots of up and down and not much in between. Pat rejoined the trek today. Carla, Ella and myself all struggled with injuries (Ella's were ballet related, Carla's and mine age related!) I can't ever remember being relieved about going uphill, but today it was the only time my right knee wasn't sore. Gregg gave me a quick appraisal and some pointers on correct walking style (he happens to be a doctor and a marathon runner so he knows his stuff!). Who ever thought there was so much to a simple thing like hiking. It made a surprising difference and helped me grind out quite a few more kilometres with discomfort only. Eventually distance won over style and I resorted to another lot of nurofen.<br />
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Start of the day group shot. It was really cold, those smiles are really grimaces.<br />
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First we went up, as usual the views were spectacular<br />
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Then back to the bush<br />
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The bush track became a dirt road for a bit, dotted with some houses. Outside one house was some 'trail magic'.<br />
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It wouldn't be the Great Ocean Walk without a river crossing (we got up and left early to arrive at this point before a high tide)<br />
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And some beach walking of course, but not very much today<br />
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Whenever you come down you have to go back up. (thanks Dr Best for the consultation earlier)<br />
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When your legs are tired from walking up again and your stomach says feed me, you stop, even if it is right on the track (thanks Pat for scrambling up the bank to get this shot)<br />
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More going up and down<br />
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So green<br />
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The beginning of the last kilometre back to the car (up hill of course)<br />
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<br />Maria DiCoccohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02304222224525035344noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-248074124570974889.post-21254152438822772022018-10-10T17:50:00.001+11:002018-10-10T17:50:28.851+11:00GOW day 3Aire River to Johanna Beach. A shorter hike today (only 13km) but much appreciated as a few of the oldies are "feeling it" in their calves and shins and knees and shoulders and other places too. Unfortunately Pat had to take a day of rest to deal with some tendonitis (not sure if he thinks a day of rest is so unfortunate!).<br />
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Start of the day selfie - minus 1<br />
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Walking on a carpet of tiny petals<br />
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More stunning cliff top views<br />
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You go up and you go down, a lot<br />
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Ella and Jo found the best morning tea spot<br />
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Into the unknown<br />
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Looking back at where we have come from (and why our bodies ache)<br />
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there's a track winding back...<br />
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Today we walked among the grass trees<br />
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The end is down there<br />
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But first is a beach walk, soft sand, our favourite!<br />
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Thanks Mumma Bear<br />
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Just gotta cross this and we are almost done. Some of us got wet shoes dodging the incoming tide, some of us took their shoes off and waded instead.<br />
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<br />Maria DiCoccohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02304222224525035344noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-248074124570974889.post-91139511225678754282018-10-09T18:59:00.000+11:002018-10-09T18:59:15.400+11:00GOW day 2Blanket Bay to Aire River, "rain rain rain, sand sand sand" (Carla Best). It was a drizzly dreary morning and a sandy track afternoon. There was a sore foot and plenty of tired bodies and lolly rewards every 20 minutes after lunch. <b>And</b> there was magnificent scenery and nature's beauty everywhere you looked - and a wallaby and a koala and lots of birds (and no snakes).<br />
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Here is how the day unfolded<br />
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The obligatory start of the day group shot (thanks Carla's iPhone)<br />
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A bit of bush walking amidst the glorious wattle<br />
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But it is worth every step<br />
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Surrounded by flowering fields<br />
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There's a lighthouse on the point - lunch stop<br />
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But first there's more going up...<br />
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Luckily there was a sheltered dry place for lunch. (P.S You can't actually see the lighthouse unless you are prepared to pay for the privilege, and you can't get a take away coffee from the cafe unless you pay the entry fee to walk into the cafe!) Never mind we had everything we needed.<br />
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How to give mum a heart attack<br />
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Hard work walking on the sandy paths but the views were amazing<br />
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The mouth of the Aire River, the end is in sight<br />
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But first comes a descent through the 'enchanted forrest'<br />
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The bridge over the Aire River, and we are done for the day<br />
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<br />Maria DiCoccohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02304222224525035344noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-248074124570974889.post-90985899901806934362018-10-08T18:02:00.000+11:002018-10-08T18:02:20.607+11:00GOW day 1The Great Ocean Walk was on our list of 'things to do' and when my sister and her family organised to do the walk they kindly allowed us to tag along too! We decided to base ourselves at Bimbi Caravan Park on Cape Otway, completing sections of the walk each day. (much easier than a through hike, requiring less gear and as a bonus the opportunity to take the new caravan for its first trip!)<br />
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Thanks Carla for the group photo<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">the beginning of the track, marker GOW001</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">An early morning stroll along the beach</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">reward for effort</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">stunning morning scenery</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">beach walking - hard work</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">some go around the mud and some do not</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">the iconic aussie bush</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">tired legs and hungry tummies</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">eeek, a snake, guess who's wearing gaiters tomorrow? Everyone</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Blanket Bay, yay the end is in sight</td></tr>
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<br />Maria DiCoccohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02304222224525035344noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-248074124570974889.post-24656082522192918672018-09-10T20:52:00.002+10:002018-09-10T20:52:46.927+10:00happy birthdayFamily. Food. And a Caravan. That about sums up Colin's birthday this year.<br />
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The weekend began with the arrival of Rachel (back from her working stint in the Northern Territory). Barramundi cooked over the fire was her very fitting dinner suggestion and expertly executed.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Johanna's eggplant</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">almost time to add the barramundi parcels</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">keeping an eye on things</td></tr>
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Zac and Jan and Heidi and Alex joined us for a 'cruisey' Sunday. The highlight was christening Colin's new Paella pans (thanks for the recipe Gavan)<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">preparation</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">getting things started</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">a gentle patting down</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">simmering away</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">the taste test</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">time to eat</td></tr>
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And in between all the cooking and eating was a bit of caravan appreciation. The building of the caravan we purchased when we were in Queensland in July, was completed earlier than expected. We were able to collect it from the factory here in Melbourne just in time for the weekend celebrations. There was a definite caravan kitchen theme in the presents this year!<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">inspecting the inside</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">inspecting the outside</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">so much to be thankful for</td></tr>
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<br />Maria DiCoccohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02304222224525035344noreply@blogger.com0