Here and There

Out and about over 2 weeks.

The week that I was at Lennox Heads, the weather here in Brisbane was excessive for spring. I thankfully enjoyed the cool coastal breezes. From the middle of July we had only 14 mls of rain. On my return from camping, my first job was to remove my very sad looking sweet peas that had given me so much wonderful colour over the previous months.

Sunday evening a massive thunderstorm passed through, dropping 19 mls here but sadly, in many areas the rain also brought damage from wind and huge hail.

Monday was a sizzler! 38C! I did nothing.

Tuesday the temperature dropped to a very welcome 22C and it rained constantly. 65mls. So welcome!

Wednesday, Hungry Hiker Day, we didn't know what to expect and chose an afternoon walk culminating at Night Feast at the Powerhouse.

The day dawned dry, a perfect spring day. Our walk of 10 km was along the Brisbane River and side streets.

The following Sunday I took two friends to the Bayside. Our initial destination was thwarted as, even at 10am, the park was filled with families enjoying the lovely day.  It was just as busy out on the water. The park we finally spent the day in gave us a great view of the water action, even if from a distance. 

A very grand, old eucalpyt tree. [gum tree]

Tuesday arrived. Janice and I were again the only Gaiter Girls available to walk. It had been over 4 years since the Gaiter Girls had visited Springbrook National Park in the hinterland.  As we had had so much rain, we headed there thinking the waterfalls would be quite spectacular after the heavy rain. They were lovely but not spctacular.

Jacaranda season is coming to a close, as can be seen in this park on the journey up.

We were expecting sunshine, but the whole day was misty, damp and beautifully moody.

The view to the coast from the ridge we were walking, before dropping down below the cliff line, was ever changing with the mist floating high and low.

The smiles tell the happiness we were feeling.

Moments along the 6 km Twin Falls circuit. 

Not so enjoyable were the numerous leeches trying to hitch a ride. For some reason they thought Janice was the best escort.

Hike done, a cuppa was enjoyed surrounded by the lush green forest with entertainment from the birdlife.

A 30 minute drive took us to the Natural Arch. Janice had never previously visited. I took few photos as Matthew and I had walked the trail in May.

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My camera didn't focus on the flowing water or trees this visit, but nature's sculptures and tiny creations.

Cat bird - they really do sound like a meowing cat.

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