The holiday moved to a slower pace today. I arrived in the Tropics and the seaside resort of Cairns. As I start to write, I am lounging by the pool, drinking a delicious fresh orange juice. Later, I will head out to explore and go for a swim. Or I might continue lounging by the pool.
The trip here was uneventful. Compared to the long haul flight, 3 hours to Cairns felt like a short bus ride. The views on landing were spectacular – luscious green mountains and clear seas. The air as we walked from the plane was hot and humid but you acclimatize quickly. I met a man with a boat while we were waiting for our luggage. He wears T shirts like Stephen’s so I took the name of the shop. If you keep your side of our bargain Steve, I might visit that shop.
I did go out and explore but not for long. I could hear thunder and loud cackling in the trees – giant bats! I headed back to the hotel and the heavens opened. Our afternoon storm had arrived. Dramatic and thankfully short lived. You would love it here, Lucy. I stood under a tree and photographed the bats for you ……. creepy.
Ann x
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Hi Ann, the trip continues to sound fabulous. Today is the day for the Lynch Clan to hit Dublin. Due up at 1pm. Sandwiches, flasks of tea, footballs, bats( of the kind you ‘try’ to hit a a ball with), 12 children and 14 adults due to hit the beach around 2pm. As you can imagine the weather is glorious and wondering what suncream to bring!! At this stage Christmas is being put away and its now marching on to 2012!
Hi Carol. Hope the party is going well. I have moved on to tomorrow but I would imagine that the Lynch family party is in full swing. Heading off to the rain forest shortly. Ann
Hi Ann
We had a great day yesterday though all missed you, to-day went up to Dundrum and bought two jackets, one too small and one too big typical sales purchases. I came hom e and left them to it.
Love Mam
The sales without your shopping partner 🙂