The Freedom of the Open Road...

Today I took the scenic route along the coast to my next stop..Coffs Harbour but drove past...on purpose..I went to explore the pretty craft village of Bellingen. I felt like I had stepped back in time! The village consisted mostly of craft shops with a village museum, a post office, a few cafes and a butcher. After driving through the busy Coffs Harbour town, it was a welcome escape. I got talking with the owner of a cafe where I stopped for lunch. She told me how many of the people in Bellingen have not travelled beyond Coffs Harbour..it is a small community. In a few days time the streets will fill with people as Bellingen becomes host to a famous jazz festival...shame I am moving on..

I have really enjoyed the drive so far...the landscape is breathtaking! Today it was a range of small bridges, forest with sunlight streaming through the trees, lakes and farms. I saw my first kangaroo as a roadside casualty...I had been warned how they get startled by the lights.

Anyway..I'm back at Coffs Harbour now..I have own appartment but have indulged in the wonderful seafood restaurant on site!

My balcony in the living room and bedroom overlooks the sea...How lucky am I?

I am really uplifted and really pleased to read the comments people are making on the blog..many thanks!