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Gold Coast Botanical Gardens in Benowa

Posted on May 19, 2023 by debbie

The Gold Coast has a botanical garden in Benowa, about a 20 minute drive from my son and daughter-in-law’s house. The gardens have maybe 5 kms of walking trails, both paved and gravel. The trees are mature and well cared … Continue reading →

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Life with Baby

Posted on May 16, 2023 by debbie

Our lives revolve around the schedule of an almost 5 month old. Wake up, play, eat, play, sleep, repeat. Oh, and throw in abit of crying too to keep the adults hopping. I might be on the Gold Coast, but … Continue reading →

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Gold Coast

Posted on May 13, 2023 by debbie

There is something I find fascinating about the Gold Coast. Just a 15 minute drive takes us to the beach. It’s late afternoon, windy and chilly, but there are many folks out walking the promenade by the beach. It’s part … Continue reading →

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Cell Phones and Travelling

Posted on May 12, 2023 by debbie

I hum and haw about taking my cell phone with me to Australia. Since I am visiting family, I don’t really need a phone. Who am I am going to call? The only reason to take one is to communicate … Continue reading →

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Australia Gets Closer

Posted on May 9, 2023 by debbie

I packed my bags on the weekend and decided to check a bag. I did not realize how heavy children’s books are! The small pile of five books is heavier than I imagined, so a checked bag it is. The … Continue reading →

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A Solo Adventure Approaches

Posted on May 1, 2023 by debbie

The excitement is growing! You see, my first grandchild was born in Australia just before Christmas and I am going to meet her next week! I am going by myself, which is kinda weird. I have travelled alone for business … Continue reading →

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Updated Blog

Posted on April 12, 2023 by debbie

It has been an interesting few months with the blog. First, the email system didn’t want to work, so emails were not getting through. Apologies if you sent an email and there was no response. Then our hosting company was … Continue reading →

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Indonesia and Australia 2022 Photos are Posted!

Posted on December 16, 2022 by debbie

I have finally posted photos into the blog from our journey to Indonesia and Australia this past September and October. To view photos, hover over “Photos” until the drop down menu appears. The photos are under the “Asia” subheading. Hover … Continue reading →

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Goodbye Australia

Posted on October 22, 2022 by debbie

We flew out of Bali back into Brisbane and took the train down to the Gold Coast. We had a couple more days with M&D and enjoyed their company immensely. Walked the beach, went for coffee, had take away, talked … Continue reading →

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Lion Air, Beware!

Posted on October 19, 2022 by debbie

If you are ever in need of flights to or within Indonesia, do not, and I repeat DO NOT!, book with Lion Air. Try and use any other airline!  We have had nothing but trouble with them from before we … Continue reading →

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