We can't imagine ever being tired of the beautiful beaches in Australia. Craig is especially enamored. He frequently mentions the fact that we should be taking more beach days. It doesn't take much to convince me, but now that I have Diana Gabaldon's latest book in my possession we will be spending a lot more time at the beach. 
After driving past field after field of sugar cane "we" decided to take a tour of the sugar mill in Tully. Craig was very keen. Lynda decided to be the "good wife" and support her husband's interests. This is no light weight tour. It actually takes you through a working sugar mill. Things became substantially more interesting when our tour guide handed out the hard hats, safety goggles and ear plugs. In the end, the sugar mill was enjoyed by all,
even Lynda.
Next stop: Townsville. We have enjoyed six wonderful days here. The hottest day being 37 degrees Celcius (eek)! Tanny and Graham are engaging hosts. We have learned many new Australian words and expressions, some of which are not mentionable here. Their residence is like a nature reserve. They are avid birdwatchers. Between all the bird species (bull finches, rainbow lorakeets, goshawks, ibis and those bully cockatoos) and the resident wallabies (Missy and 6-Pack), there is non-stop action. Graham's tours have taken us away from the coast and off the bitumen (Craig's new, favourite word) to mining towns, cattle country and airstrips, big and small. Lynda was happy about finally seeing a "living" kangaroo. It is difficult to say goodbye, but there is still so much traveling to do. Many thanks to Tanny and Graham, especially for their parting gift, our very own billy. For all you sticky beaks, go look that one up!
The Townsville Clan
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Glad to see you guys are really enjoying the time in Australia, by the looks of Craig I would say it is hottttttt. Karen and I really enjoy seeing the pictures, keep it up.
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