Showing posts with label nature. Show all posts
Showing posts with label nature. Show all posts

Wednesday, May 04, 2016

Autumn is here!

Two weeks ago we had a change in the weather. Autumn had finally arrived πŸŒΏπŸ‚πŸŒΎ. Our Summer didn't seem to want to leave. I am not a fan of our humid Summers. I am enjoying the cooler weather. I started crocheting to use up my stash of yarn - watermelon, white and lemon. A simple granny square baby blanket




As I was almost out of yarn, I had to redo the border 3 times. Not enough to do a pretty edge. I went with a simple finish




Yesterday was a gorgeous start to the day. I love misty mornings!



This morning the kids were in bed and hubby home, so I decided to take some time out for me. I went for an early morning walk. Nature is beautiful


I've been waiting for the perfect morning to enjoy a warm breakfast. Today was the day. Porridge with mashed banana, dates, apricot, pumpkin and sunflower seeds with a sprinkle of cinnamon. The right amount of sweetness



For over a week I've had a touch of a sore throat

I am thankful it hasn't become worse

Sipping on lemon and ginger herbal tea is soothing


Are you enjoying the change of season in your part of the world?

Have a beautiful day, Julia xx











Wednesday, April 27, 2016

Rest and relaxation

We went camping with friends on the ANZAC long weekend for 3 nights and arrived home on Monday April 25. We went to Lake Wivenhoe, not far from Fernvale. It is tiring work getting everything ready for camping. Hubby packed the trailer. I like to prepare most meals before we leave so it is easier when we need to eat, allows more time for relaxing. We had another camp trip with fantastic weather. The kids had fun playing together, swimming, playing spotlight at night, and parents enjoyed sitting around the camp fire chatting and eating toasted marshmallows or S'mores with the kids. I slept a little better this camp trip, which I am very thankful for. I love my sleep. We saw kangaroos, birds, a koala, beautiful stars, the moon rising at night and gorgeous sunrises and sunsets



Friday 

Almost there!


The entrance of Captain Logan camp area. We camp on the left side


First sunset



Kids playing


Ah, the serenity!


The moon making its appearance


Saturday 

Our morning was welcomed by kangaroos




Morning reflection



The sunset was magnificent


Sunday 

We attended church to partake of the Sacrament

At Somerset Ward


Our drive back to camp




Monday 

On our way home. Mountains overlooking Wivenhoe Dam



It was so nice to be away from technology and unwind

We had a wonderful time! 


~ ~ ~

At the going down of the sun, 
and in the morning, 
We Will Remember Them.


ANZAC Day, April 25


With love, Julia xx