We've been "on the road" now for about 6 weeks, enjoying every moment, although it seems this new way of travelling has been our 'way of life' for much longer.
At present we are 'house sitting' on a 300 acre property about 100k north of Tamworth, a whole new experience and we're loving it! (even though we love "life in the caravan"). We're here for 6 weeks and our role is to look after the house, collect the mail, feed the dog and cat & give the pet goat a bottle each day. The horses pretty much look after themselves but we keep our eye on them, give them some lucerne each day and make sure they're OK. There's also some Brangus cattle (Black Angus crossed with Brahman), and they're currently calving; we've had 3 calves born in the last week and they are GORGEOUS!
The countryside around here is rocky and very hilly, so most of the tracks on the property are traversed in low range 4WD. The views from the top of the property extend for miles and are absolutely beautiful!
The nice thing about this property sit, is that we get to 'get our hands dirty' if we want to! So we've been weeding and mulching and mowing and generally just pottering around, enjoying the fact that gardening is now a "want to" not a "have to". And when we want to do some touring around the local area we can do that too.
Yesterday we drove to Gunnedah (about 120k away) and checked out the 'Porchetta Day' - their annual Italian Festival. Great scenery all the way on the drive there, and fantastic food when we got there!
Whether you're a home owner or a traveller, house sitting can be a great option for both. Check out http://www.aussiehousesitters.com.au/ for more details.
Until next time...
Cheers !
September 25, 2011
August 23, 2011
Our Dream of Travelling Oz Has Begun!
How exciting! After 2 years of dreaming and planning, we are now finally "on the road" and on the road permanently for what we believe will probably be 3-5 years!
What an adventure! Having sold up almost everything, including the house (and what's left has gone into storage for the next few years), we said "Farewell" to Townsville on Monday 15th August, a place that has been home to me for the last 25 years & about 43 years for Ken. I'm sure we'll be back for the winter of 2012, because winters in North Queensland are just the BEST place to be!
We enjoyed the first few days of our trip at the seaside town of Bowen (where the movie ‘Australia’ was filmed), and then moved on up to Eungella, which is up a mountain range and seriously the STEEPEST road I’ve ever been up in such a short distance – 4.5k of a 12% incline with hairpin bends all the way. A few people at Bowen didn’t think we’d make it up the range with the length of our van but my very clever husband did a brilliant job, and there were only a few claw marks in the door handle on the passenger side ! Coming down yesterday seemed much easier.
Our view from the camping ground was spectacular and we had a lovely, restful and very quiet 4 days, and got to see Platypussses (more than one!) in the wild for the first time. Ended up doing a little bit of off road 4WD (not planned by my beloved, who was none too pleased with me when the road to “The Diggings” (an old gold mining area from early 1900’s) that I’d insisted we traverse became less than a track, more fingernail marks in the passenger door handle and I wondered why didn’t we have a "Jesus Bar" on the Dash! but all turned out OK.
We’re now at Clermont, (about 900k north west of Brisbane) in coal mining country with plenty of gold & sapphire fossickers as well.
This weekend I am running a “Heal Your Life” workshop, and really looking for to it. I’m providing morning & afternoon tea both days and Ken has promised to cook some cakes in the BabyQ ! Also hoping for a successful batch of scones!
On Monday we leave for Carnarvon Gorge for 5 days – a place I’ve always wanted to go to, and expecting some pretty spectacular scenery. Will keep you posted, be sure to come back & visit here soon!
What an adventure! Having sold up almost everything, including the house (and what's left has gone into storage for the next few years), we said "Farewell" to Townsville on Monday 15th August, a place that has been home to me for the last 25 years & about 43 years for Ken. I'm sure we'll be back for the winter of 2012, because winters in North Queensland are just the BEST place to be!
We enjoyed the first few days of our trip at the seaside town of Bowen (where the movie ‘Australia’ was filmed), and then moved on up to Eungella, which is up a mountain range and seriously the STEEPEST road I’ve ever been up in such a short distance – 4.5k of a 12% incline with hairpin bends all the way. A few people at Bowen didn’t think we’d make it up the range with the length of our van but my very clever husband did a brilliant job, and there were only a few claw marks in the door handle on the passenger side ! Coming down yesterday seemed much easier.
Our view from the camping ground was spectacular and we had a lovely, restful and very quiet 4 days, and got to see Platypussses (more than one!) in the wild for the first time. Ended up doing a little bit of off road 4WD (not planned by my beloved, who was none too pleased with me when the road to “The Diggings” (an old gold mining area from early 1900’s) that I’d insisted we traverse became less than a track, more fingernail marks in the passenger door handle and I wondered why didn’t we have a "Jesus Bar" on the Dash! but all turned out OK.
We’re now at Clermont, (about 900k north west of Brisbane) in coal mining country with plenty of gold & sapphire fossickers as well.
This weekend I am running a “Heal Your Life” workshop, and really looking for to it. I’m providing morning & afternoon tea both days and Ken has promised to cook some cakes in the BabyQ ! Also hoping for a successful batch of scones!
On Monday we leave for Carnarvon Gorge for 5 days – a place I’ve always wanted to go to, and expecting some pretty spectacular scenery. Will keep you posted, be sure to come back & visit here soon!
February 23, 2011
Opportunities are Everywhere !
Our greatest opportunities find us, we don't find them.
No matter how distant your dreams may seem to be, if you allow yourself to take the necessary steps towards them, one step at a time, you will eventually and inevitably find yourself right in the middle of your fondest dreams.
Don't wait. Start now.
No matter how distant your dreams may seem to be, if you allow yourself to take the necessary steps towards them, one step at a time, you will eventually and inevitably find yourself right in the middle of your fondest dreams.
Don't wait. Start now.
February 1, 2011
Prosperity Wristbands
I am absolutely loving my new Prosperity Wristbands!
I love the message on each band as well as the colours of each one, and the daily focus it brings me.
There is unlimited abundance in our Universe and it is our birthright to be prosperous in all areas of our life.
I love the message on each band as well as the colours of each one, and the daily focus it brings me.
There is unlimited abundance in our Universe and it is our birthright to be prosperous in all areas of our life.
January 12, 2011
Stay tuned for Upcoming Workshops in 2011 with Val
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Heal Your Life Workshops have helped thousands of people all around the world, just like you!
Based on the philosophies of Louise Hay, these powerful, transformational courses will give you the tools you need to achieve the life you deserve.
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