MERRY CHRISTMAS!
Well, I just noticed that my last post was on the 2nd of December. I apologize for the delay...I'm sure some of you have been anxious to hear from us!
The weekend before last, Ray and I did not do much, hence there not being a post. But last weekend we headed down to the south beaches and visited Jervis Bay. This place was as beautiful as it was described to us, if not more so. Everywhere you looked there was the clear, aqua-color water, and new wildlife to been seen.
We left Friday after work, and arrived at Bewong River Retreat around 9:30pm. Our cabin was nestled away in the woods, not far off of a river. The place was very nice, with an Elegant Roman Empire theme to the room. We had a kitchen, large bathroom, and the best part was the jacuzzi hot tub situated in the corner of the living area.
The next morning we rolled out of bed, and took a drive through Booderee National park, getting out at various lookout points. The day was warm, and sunny but extremely windy. It was not a good d
ay to sit on the beach because the sand really hurt when it smacked into your face. Each location seemed a little bit different than the next. We viewed St. Georges Basin-a freshwater lake, Murray's beach, Booderee beach, and at St. George's lighthouse we saw a young man who had just broken his leg before we got there. We found it str
ange to hear an ambulance coming out in the middle of nowhere, but they were coming for him. He had been body surfing amongst a bunch of rocks, and hit his leg on a rock and broke his leg. He was lucky to be alive. Eventually, they were going to have to airlift him out of there because he was not going to be able to make it back up the cliff that he originally had to climb down to get to the place he was at. We did not stay to see the rescue.
At the end of the day we headed back to our cabin (with no cockroaches!), where there was a field of Kangaroos to greet us. How fun it was to see them up close, and personal, hopping around, scratching and licking themselves. It was great!
That evening we enjoyed a T-Bone steak, mashed potatoes, and broccoli. Dinner was delicious!
After dinner we headed down to the river to do some fishing. We did end up catching a few, so it made it worthwhile and fun. I of course, had to show Ray how it was done...once again.
The weekend before last, Ray and I did not do much, hence there not being a post. But last weekend we headed down to the south beaches and visited Jervis Bay. This place was as beautiful as it was described to us, if not more so. Everywhere you looked there was the clear, aqua-color water, and new wildlife to been seen.
We left Friday after work, and arrived at Bewong River Retreat around 9:30pm. Our cabin was nestled away in the woods, not far off of a river. The place was very nice, with an Elegant Roman Empire theme to the room. We had a kitchen, large bathroom, and the best part was the jacuzzi hot tub situated in the corner of the living area.
The next morning we rolled out of bed, and took a drive through Booderee National park, getting out at various lookout points. The day was warm, and sunny but extremely windy. It was not a good d
ay to sit on the beach because the sand really hurt when it smacked into your face. Each location seemed a little bit different than the next. We viewed St. Georges Basin-a freshwater lake, Murray's beach, Booderee beach, and at St. George's lighthouse we saw a young man who had just broken his leg before we got there. We found it str
ange to hear an ambulance coming out in the middle of nowhere, but they were coming for him. He had been body surfing amongst a bunch of rocks, and hit his leg on a rock and broke his leg. He was lucky to be alive. Eventually, they were going to have to airlift him out of there because he was not going to be able to make it back up the cliff that he originally had to climb down to get to the place he was at. We did not stay to see the rescue.At the end of the day we headed back to our cabin (with no cockroaches!), where there was a field of Kangaroos to greet us. How fun it was to see them up close, and personal, hopping around, scratching and licking themselves. It was great!
That evening we enjoyed a T-Bone steak, mashed potatoes, and broccoli. Dinner was delicious!
After dinner we headed down to the river to do some fishing. We did end up catching a few, so it made it worthwhile and fun. I of course, had to show Ray how it was done...once again.
The next morning we took our time getting ready, had some lunch and too
k the canoe out on the river again for a little while and fished. The wind was still blowing pretty hard which made it hard for Ray to steer the canoe. We eventually came in, and took off for home, heading down the Pacific Coastal Drive. The highway took us north up the coast line, giving us fantastic views of the ocean. We drove over the Sea Breeze Bridge, which was created along side a cliff. The journey took two more hours than the drive there, but it was all worth it. We made some stops along the way home as well, checking out some scenic look-outs and visiting the Kiama blow hole. We took lots of pictu
res again, which some of you have already seen on my facebook account.
So, that was our weekend away and we were quickly interrupted by another work week. Ray has continued his excitement as he has ventured to South Africa on Tuesday of this week. He will be coming back to Australia late Sunday night. Ray has been involved with the Strategic planning meetings for Australia, South Africa and New Zealand. Amway is definitely keeping him busy, but continues to use his gifts and talents to shine amongst others.
This week has been the first week I have had time to myself in over four months. It's been strange not having someone to wake up to, sleep next to, and talk with in the evenings, but I sure have gotten some shopping done! Haha! I of course look forward to Ray's return on Sunday. Ray and I are both anticipating Ray's parents coming out here on the 23rd of December. I cannot believe how quickly this time has come! We have a week and a half with them, that is full of new adventures to be had together! I am greatly looking forward to our New Year's Eve in the Sydney Harbor, watching the fireworks! Well, that all for now! I hope everyone is doing well!
k the canoe out on the river again for a little while and fished. The wind was still blowing pretty hard which made it hard for Ray to steer the canoe. We eventually came in, and took off for home, heading down the Pacific Coastal Drive. The highway took us north up the coast line, giving us fantastic views of the ocean. We drove over the Sea Breeze Bridge, which was created along side a cliff. The journey took two more hours than the drive there, but it was all worth it. We made some stops along the way home as well, checking out some scenic look-outs and visiting the Kiama blow hole. We took lots of pictu
res again, which some of you have already seen on my facebook account.So, that was our weekend away and we were quickly interrupted by another work week. Ray has continued his excitement as he has ventured to South Africa on Tuesday of this week. He will be coming back to Australia late Sunday night. Ray has been involved with the Strategic planning meetings for Australia, South Africa and New Zealand. Amway is definitely keeping him busy, but continues to use his gifts and talents to shine amongst others.
This week has been the first week I have had time to myself in over four months. It's been strange not having someone to wake up to, sleep next to, and talk with in the evenings, but I sure have gotten some shopping done! Haha! I of course look forward to Ray's return on Sunday. Ray and I are both anticipating Ray's parents coming out here on the 23rd of December. I cannot believe how quickly this time has come! We have a week and a half with them, that is full of new adventures to be had together! I am greatly looking forward to our New Year's Eve in the Sydney Harbor, watching the fireworks! Well, that all for now! I hope everyone is doing well!
Happy Birthday to Luke Dejonge, Mitch Dejonge, Kristin Dejonge and Grandpa Beelen!
Below is a video we shot of a field full of Kangaroos at our resort...thought we would share! :)
