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Another little trip.
Another one to tick off my list:

The Great Ocean Road (GOR) and the Twelve Apostles (or what’s left of them), in Victoria, Australia.

One of the most spectacular coastlines in the world.

This is a picture my hubby took at the very touristy Twelve Apostles stop (think buss-loads).

We were actually more impressed with the Bay of Islands area, further to the west. Definitely worth a visit.

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Was able to “tick off” one of my many “Things to do before you… move on” list: whale watching!

What an amazing experience! Right off the coast here in Sydney, the humpbacks make their annual journey between the warm waters south of Papua New Guinea and Antarctica.

They are so inquisitive… Incredible! They came towards the boat to have a closer look… and wave their dorsal fins, breaching (big splash - whole body out of the water), say- ing peek-a-boo (head stuck straight out of the water right next to the boat!).
If you are somewhere near the Australian east coast between May and October, I would definitely recommend it.
Not only do you get to see the whales, but you’ll probably also be able to enjoy the water acrobatics of Pacific dolphins and spot marine birds like the majestic albatross… The picture below is by my hubby JJ.

We joined the excellent crew of the “Bass & Flinders Cruises“. Genuinely friendly staff and great commentary too. Their boat stays out there the longest, so you have a much bigger chance to encounter these gentle giants (the other boats came into the area later than us… and all left earlier than us).

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I have never really posted much online… because I have a slight aversion to “putting myself out there”.
So, the only times I have had enough motivation to write, is when I got all fired up about something and just wanted to have a good rant… But hey, that’s not particularly pleasant reading, now is it?
I guess I’ve been reading too many books on the environment and faith lately… Need some diversion to keep my glass half full.

So, for a change, here’s the kind of thing that puts a smile on my face:
Ever heard of “Crowd Farming”?
http://web.mit.edu/newsoffice/2007/crowdfarm-0725.html
http://www.sustainabledanceclub.com

I’ve been reading “Cradle to Cradle: Remaking the way we make things.” by William McDonough and Michael Braungart, and it definitely has a much more positive look towards the future and ways of solving the environmental challenges we face today… In fact, it’s inspiring! And the “crowd farming” guys sure thought “outside the box” to offer another possible solution for one of the climate change issues.

Still being too serious huh? Ah, call me a rationalist.

Take care,
Radzster

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Remembering the good times with my little sis, enjoying the numerous music festival we are treated to in Belgium and the rest of Europe, does not exactly make me feel happy…

Here I am on the other side of the world,… unable to “attend” this year… Feeling a bit gloomy.

But hey! If I close my eyes and jack into the StuBru’s online coverage, I’m almost there… ;-)

“The way” and “de wei” of Rock Werchter.

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I have a little pocket sized version of this interior design book “Pure Style”, by Jane Cumberbatch, and it is the only interior design book I decided to ship to the other side of the world, when we moved from Belgium to Australia…

The style is so simple and inexpensive. Just flicking through it makes me feel calmer and relaxed… It oozes cosiness and cocooning. Most interiors are fresh and airy (lots of whites in ton-sur-ton), creating a soothing sense of harmony. Home-y rooms filled with no-fuss furniture and everyday items, combining “gentle on the eyes” colour nuances and natural textures for a sensuous experience… etc.

You’ve guessed it. My current abode is nothing like this sanctuary. ;-)
“Hoop doet leven”, as we say in Flemish (sort of like “hope keeps us alive”, but with a slightly more positive sentiment).

Ah… Someday…

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