I have been addicted to rail travel since my first three month Eurailpass in 1978. Trust me, I milked that pass for all the value I could - including riding the night trains back and forward between major cities, so I could sight-see several days in each city, but never pay for accommodation - a … Continue reading Our “Ultimate Australian Rail Holiday” begins with The Indian Pacific from Sydney
Travel and Tourism
Lavender Bay and Wendy’s Secret Garden
Cousin C, whose nickname is Smiley, rang me out of the blue the other week. I don't often hear from him. "How are you?" his warm voice with its unmistakably Aussie accent was mellow on the phone. "All the better for hearing from you," I said enthusiastically. "Gee, that's nice!" he replied. "Yep," I said, … Continue reading Lavender Bay and Wendy’s Secret Garden
Fade to Black – from bright sunshine to stormy skies
Saturday 22nd March 2014 This morning on the western side of Lake Macquarie, the day was bright blue and stunning. We ate brunch with our friends, at the Lake Macquarie City Art Gallery which has this stunning outlook. Half a dozen young school children were having a painting class outside on the lawn. Then we made … Continue reading Fade to Black – from bright sunshine to stormy skies
The Reluctant Retiree 