I think I can ....

Well here we are again; at that stage where you think why did I do this?  I've got so many things to do and I can't remember them all and how will I get them done and I'm a very lazy person at heart and I'm just not meant to hurry and stress like this.  Because I'm basically travelling alone, I know I'm going to get lonely at times. Guess it will be worth it..... mumble ....... mumble .......... grizzle ........ groan.   Then my mood fluctuates.  What are you talking about, you silly moo?  You are one of the most fortunate people in the whole wide world.  Stop this silly nonsense and get on with it.  You know you will have the most fantastic adventure which will change your life in all kinds of ways.  Just do what needs to be done and count your thousands of lucky stars.  Then my mood fluctuates again.  But there are some people I'm really going to miss.  Oh dear, Carmel, are you a big girl or not.  JUST GET ON WITH IT and stop wasting time.

Yes that is one of the most difficult parts of travelling - all the mixed emotions before you go and I'm doing it too.  Help!



Need it. Don't need it! Need.......

This time I'm packing for one thing - snow and ice.  I'm a tropical girl and I have a feeling I don't know what I'm in for, but, Arctic Circle here I come.  My one big Snow and Ice Experience. 

Paradise.

Imagine a perfect winters day.  The sun is shining and warm.  The sky is absolutely clear.  The air is a little cool but not cold.  And to add to the pleasure, it's a week day and the traffic is heading into Brisbane as we head north to the Sunshine Coast; a wicked, secret pleasure after many years of being part of the rush to work.



Locals out for a stroll.



On arrival at Point Carwright, there are a few people strolling around with their children and throwing balls for their dogs.  It's all so relaxed.  Even the wild life are out for a promenade and not the least bit concerned to be sharing the boardwalk with people.  And so off for a pleasant walk.  I should imagine it will be quite nice.

Yes, um, it is quite nice ..... don't you think?

 In fact, it's absolutely magnificent.  What more could you want - a glorious day, beautiful blue sky and miles of perfect sandy beaches just waiting for your footprints.  Now this is an invitation just begging for acceptance.



Reel 'em in boys.



 

Alone on the beach.



Stairway to heaven.