Cairns - Final Day

The last two weeks that we have spent here in Cairns have absolutely flown ! Looking forward to returning sometime and spending at least a month here, as have enjoyed the climate even if it has rained some days and broken the record for the wettest July. Night temperatures have been around 22 degrees, would probably like them a little cooler for sleeping, air conditioner's are too noisy to leave on overnight. Bazza keeps saying he has not had a holiday yet! I think every day is a holiday! :)

Last night we had a dinner party, the suggestion was for a progressive dinner but we ended up enjoying the space under Pauline and Les's (biggest) awning, to hold a three course meal. Pauline was in charge of the entree with Tasmanian Smoked Salmon and Cream Cheese on crusty bread as well as Bruschetta. Carlene cooked a delicious leg of lamb that had a guarantee of originating from Victoria and I was in charge of the steamed and roast veggies. Maureen & James made delicious pancakes with tropical berries and ice cream, so after all the prep work carried out in 30 degree heat the eight of us had a very enjoyable evening much to the envy of the rest of the park.

Early this morning Pauline and Carlene went on a mission around the park to round up all the Tasmanian's for Happy Hour tonight, one lady had rollers ( thought they were a thing of the past) in her hair and another man was in his shortie pjs a good way to break the ice and get familiar. We all met at the BBQ in the pool area, and of course there were some of us that had mutual acquaintance's in common, must be careful who you talk about even this far from home.

Tomorrow we hit the road again only to travel about 85 klms to Bramston Beach, we will stay there over the weekend, we had an overnight stay there four years ago and really loved the area. Bazza has already packed up most of the gear outside the van, bikes are on the back of the car again, he has even taken the chock's out and put up the stabiliser jacks. Will have to look out he doesn't take off with me still in bed !