Swimming Hole

Wednesday, 21st August



Life Guard

 Monday was a momentous day – we actually both entered the swimming pool (unheated, I might add!) and while one of us only submerged to shoulder level, the other actually went right under.

Tuesday continued to be very hot and dry and with an election fast approaching (the sooner it is over, the better), we made our way to the Electoral Office to cast an early vote. Despite the advertising, our electoral ballots had not yet arrived in Cairns, so we will need to return next week. Following this, we made our way to the Esplanade for a light lunch and – you guessed it – an ice cream. I’m sure the ice cream lady is not looking forward to us leaving. Our bowls match in the evening was very pleasant, temperature wise, and we thought it would be politic to allow some other players to take home the prizes.

Wednesday morning, I headed to Smithfield Shopping Centre for some necessaries, a bit of a wander and a couple of purchases in preparation for a visit by our grandchildren. This afternoon, we conducted quality control tests on the pool noodles (it would be terrible for the boys if they didn’t float!) and tonight I am taking Himself out to dinner (there is a free sausage sizzle in the caravan park).

Today, there seemed to be a mass exodus from the caravan park – the tourist season is slowly starting to wind down.