It is said that 'life is what you make it', so I am doing my best to make it as rewarding as possible.

Friday, October 8, 2010

Currawong





I was thrilled to see this beautiful Currawong on one of my walks around Coolum. It is the first time that I have been able to get as close when I see them at home they are usually flying past so I am unable to get a real good look at them. I love hearing their call which is as beautiful as they are.

Tuesday, August 24, 2010

Thursday, August 19, 2010

Wednesday, June 30, 2010

Osprey


While the parent is off hunting
The young one waits
Periodically giving a plaintive call
It's fierce demeanor belying it's venerability

Tuesday, June 29, 2010

Colours and textures in my garden

This Border Rose is the most beautiful golden colour and it seems to be in flower most of the time which has been a surprise for me as it is the first rose that I have ever had, what a delight!

This Ivy Geranium with it's beautiful variegated leaf has the most vivid red blossoms and planted next to the Gazania the assorted shapes, and colours make an interesting display.

This succulent growing in the rockery is especially pleasing to me, I love the way the sun brings out the deeper orange on the edges and the way it contrasts with the rocks.

Sunday, June 13, 2010

Kings Beach, Caloundra.

Off to Kings Beach for a few hours of fishing. It is the most glorious Winters day, sun shinning brightly, immaculate deep blue sky. The slight cold breeze unable to compete with the sun's warmth.

There are people making the most of the fine day, children climbing around on the rocks, joggers, walkers, and others with their dogs.

A group of children spot a fish being caught, they are instantly filled with curiosity and race over eager to join in the excitement of the moment.

They aren't the only ones filled with curiosity, a sea bird is keeping a beady eye on proceedings ever hopeful for a tit bit or two.

The sound of a ships horn draws attention to a tanker making its majestic way slowly up the channel between the island and the main land to the port of Brisbane.

At the end of the day a long walk to a point on the headland where it's possible to see the Glass House mountains in the distance.

Friday, June 11, 2010

It was still quite dark when I went down to the shore and I did not at first see this pelican in the half light. When I finally laid eyes on it with it's head tucked out of sight I was thrilled at my good fortune.

Seeing this beautiful creature in such an unspoiled setting slowly waking and preening itself, preparing for the new day has made the awful footage of the disaster in the Gulf even more heartbreaking to watch.