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High Country vibes

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LIFE doesn’t seem to be slowing down much in 2025, but I did manage a short summer break away with my husband last month to a place I know so well but never tire of.

From my own high country to that only a two-and-a-half-hour drive in country Victoria we stayed in the alpine township of Bright, a popular holiday and retirement choice in the north east of the state.

The town once overrun with those seeking their fortunes during the gold rush is on the Ovens River providing an ideal place to sit, fish or wander along the banks.

It is also surrounded by plantation-clad hills before they give way to our beautiful mountain views. Nearby is one of the lowest mountains in the area Mt Buffalo which was an easy drive from the NSW border where I lived for winter school trips and family snow play. During the warmer months it is a wonderful hiking destination. It is also a jumping off point for hang gliders soaring over the farmland in the valley below. It is also home to the historic Mt Buffalo Chalet which after being closed for several years and lack of action by state government is undergoing renovations and will reopen as an outdoor educational facility. My husband and I enjoyed a romantic weekend away there several years ago when the restaurant and cafe were operating as well as the accommodation.

Here are some images I captured on my last trip with the river ones taken in Bright.

Anyone with an interest in the history of the chalet may like to check this website out to learn more.

History

Autumn colour among the stillness

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By Lynn Elder

Of all the seasons, I have one that is dear
Not one that brings lots of fear
Due to storms and massive rain
That do bring damage and pain.

A season that is mild and still
Where mists can swirl until
A warm sun breaks through the cloud
While a farmer has his crops sowed.

The icy fingers of winter are yet to arrive
But a touch of dew does give
A sense of coolness yet to come
That will make your body numb.

No other season can give such golden hues
And call for blessings from the pews
While nature chooses from the richest spectrum
Of colours to woo us all so we all left dumb.

PHOTOS: Lynn Elder

The river – a metaphor for my life

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By Lynn Elder

Slow and sluggish during times of scarcity
Fast and furious when abundance reigns
And just a steady stream of activity in between.
Crescendos as water pours over rocky cascades,
Tranquil and still during times of less rain.

Sparkling as a jewel on a sunny day
Gloomy as the darkest winter's day.
The river travels far, not always aware of its destination.
But end the river must, if it is to become part of something bigger.
The river, a metaphor for my life.

My spiny friend

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By Lynn Elder

When the skies turn bright blue and baking hot,
That is when a creature will seek out,
A respite from the blazing sun above, 
And take a splash in water they do so love. 

The echidna feels the heat as the mercury soars, 
And gives him reason to pause,
Chasing busy ants with his probing beak, 
And consider taking a break.

From the ant heap to the verandah, he does roam, 
For there, he senses that at this home, 
Lies untold luxury into which he does clamber, 
A water bowl to wash, and then to slumber.

Visiting – One Word Sunday

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Welcome to the One Word Sunday challenge. My cheeky visitor is an Australian King Parrot who regularly comes to chirp at us and eat wild bird seed.

#OWS

#OneWordSunday

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2022 IN FOCUS

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Some random photographs taken during 2022, most close to my home. Although there was much more freedom to roam than in the previous two years, life seemed to be focused on the scenes, animals and community activities of our local area. There is much to be grateful for and as we all head into 2023 may that continue. Happy New Year.

Oh, to drown in a sea of roses

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If one rose can bring so much pleasure
How much more joy can a bunch bring 
Or even a basket full.
A blooming bush bursting with buds is a delight,
As is a huge climbing rose full of heavenly scent.
Make a garden bed full of roses to enjoy,
Or a whole garden dedicated to the rose and stroll about at leisure.

By Lynn Elder

Smile – One Word Sunday

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I love this photo of these two children taken with their parents’ permission in Dili, the capital of Timor Leste in 2017 during my first visit there. I have written posts and shared my photos in earlier posts.
https://travelwithintent.com/2022/10/16/smile-2/

Black & white & in-between

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By Lynn Elder

Grey clouds form a leaden sky
Above the black cattle grazing below.
Tree trunks are blackened
By the dampness they absorb 
From heavy downpours
Released from above.

Dimming daylight alternates
Between the various shades 
Of white, grey and black.
Birds and pets alike match
The colour scheme of the day.

Come fly with me

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A hot air balloon landing in the mist on ANZAC Day morning near where I live.
PHOTO: Lynn Elder

Inflation needed to float above the world away from all cares, until we hit the earth again with a thud.

Lynn Elder

We borrowed a song about balloon flight for our Aussie airline!

Easter a time of hope

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Eggs, chocolate, or straight from the chicken represent new life on Easter Day

We enjoyed an Easter without lockdowns here in Victoria and many are making the most of this beautiful autumnal weather here in my hometown. Our church was packed today with adults and children to celebrate Easter Day. We have a tradition at our Anglican church where we enjoy wine made by one of our parishioners and home-made chicken sandwiches after the the service. It was so lovely to see families out and about enjoying quality time together.

There is a sense of hope and looking forward to the future after a difficult two years. Here’s to us being kinder and more loving towards one another and speaking out against evil and injustice. Happy Easter to all.