Today was another perfect Sunday in Yeppoon – nice breeze and clear blue skies. I woke up nice and early, got in a solid workout, followed by a swim, and a few hours of work. I’m still working on that work-life balance thing, but sitting on the deck with a coffee surrounded by palm trees isn’t such a bad office so I’m okay with putting in a few hours while Rob’s still sleeping!
Once Rob was finished with his morning swim and coffee, we decided to ride our bicycles downtown for a late brunch. Yeppoon is full of cafes that serve beautiful breakfasts so it’s become the meal we most enjoy to go out for here.
On the way downtown, we pass a little area called Fig Creek where the bats hang out. When we were here in February last year, it took us nearly til the end of our visit to realize that the the marijuana smell at the grove here was actually from the bats. We hadn’t spotted them in the trees until then. Prior to that, we’d only seen them in the sky at dusk – a pretty incredible sight. It’s a bit creepy, but mostly, it’s fascinating! Their wing span is huge. Rob describes them as flying cats. They are actually called fruit bats, commonly referred to as flying foxes and they’re the largest flying mammal in the world.
When we finally arrived downtown, we picked a little cafe right across from the beach. Unfortunately, I haven’t gotten into the taking photos of my meals in restaurants trend, so I don’t have a picture to share. But I assure you, it was fabulous…poached eggs on a bed of smoked salmon, spinach, fresh avocado, feta and grilled mushrooms, yum!
In an effort to burn off some of that Hollandaise, we took the long way home, riding the opposite direction from home, up along the coast, and then taking the hilliest route back to our house. The hills were deadly but the views made it all worth while!
We were good and sweaty by the time we got home so the afternoon was spent swimming and relaxing by the pool (with maybe a rum and LLB…or two!)
Oh the shared stories and the pictures are terrific.Thanks for keeping us in tune to what you are doing.
So glad you’re enjoying them! We’re hoping to finally get out and explore a little more in the new year so hopefully there’ll be lots more to come 🙂
I just want o know does rob know your taking pictires of other men on your ride! The bat thing is freeky! Sounds wonderful. Where are all the Christmas decorations its amonth ! Get moving!
Lol!! He promised me you’d fix him by the time he picks me up at the airport Friday night. Please, please!! Rob put lights out front and even decorated our big plants in the front garden. You should be proud of him!! No tree this year, but I’ll send you pics next year for sure!
Rob and barb, thanks so much for sharing you’re moments. living the dream! You are both so very special to us miss you love you and can’t wait to see you soon. Sorry I haven’t replied on you’re blog my cellphone is not able to download . Xoxo Aunt Cin
So glad you’re enjoying following our adventure!! I somehow missed all these comments. We are so excited to see you this weekend!! Love you! xo
WOW! Thank you for keeping us updated. We think of you often and for sure every Tuesday when we see your Dad across at Dons. And it’s ok about the lack of meal pics when you can show us bats beaches and beautiful scenery like you do. Miss you and hope to see you soon. 😘😘
Pat, you’ll have to convince Rob he needs to share pics of his fabulous meals with you. He’s the cook now 🙂 We hope to see you guys on Christmas Eve 🙂 xoxo
Wonderful! What a great day! The bats are pretty amazing. You’ll have to show us when we’re there!
Getting used to Rob’s beard. I think I like it. Especially the grey! Really looking forward to seeing you both! Love you tons! 😘😘💕😎
I like the beard too but I’m hoping MaryJane works her magic this week and cleans it up a bit!! Cory was calling Rob Santa Clause yesterday 🙂 See you in a few days!!
Love reading about how happy you are in Australia….missing you ….can’t wait to see you at Christmas! xo
Missing you too!! See you in a few days! xoxo