This Was Once...

This was once where I came most evenings to watch the sun setting and then slowly disappeared from view. It was for a time how I ended each day.

Home was five minutes away by car; or a half hour walk. 

 It was also where I walked most days after work, always grateful for the cool water to retreat to on sweltering days. 

The currents here are unpredictable and extremely strong so I never ventured far when swimming. 

Returning here was rather strange, it was a lot quieter when I lived here, now there's a café and a monstrosity off the coast, which I must say was more than a huge eyesore. 

The area lost it's appeal when the suburbs began inching ever closer to the sand dunes. 

The dunes did have a lot of wildlife, now I am not so sure as the natural habitat has shrunken a great deal.

 

This stretch of beach can be wild and was a place where I ambled for hours. The rocky outcrops which helps keep the sand dunes protected also house small crabs. 

I didn't venture down to the shoreline this particular day, perhaps I may return in the future for a walk.

The wooden stairs that take you down to the sand appears to have taken a battering or two in recent storms. I recall how violent the waves become on stormy days. Although the vista was calm this day, the view alters significantly when the weather is stormy...

 

Early Last Month...

Early last month Bear and Charlie were enjoying time out in the sunshine, I was occupied with  garden chores, yet ended up putting tools down and joining them. 

Bear in particular will constantly meow until I go and sit with them.

After that, they both start playing. 

As well as taking turns getting cuddles.

People who don't have cats mostly think cats are aloof and independent.

It's all down to the way you interact with them. 

And of course love them. 

Bear and Charlie are very vocal and are always voicing their opinions. 

They love a game of chase or hide and seek. 

They know when I am feeling unwell and will always come to snuggle. 

If I am in any pain, Bear will always sit on the pain spot purring really loudly, and most often will gently knead the area with her paws.

My home is always filled with purring and mischief. And I am constantly reminded that love isn't felt one way.

Miss Bear and Charlie frequently show display their affection, reminding me daily how special our little family is...

 

A Pair...

A pair of singing honey eaters were happily foraging for crumbs at a cafe. Normally these small birds would feed on nectar, fruits, berries, grubs and small  insects. Unfortunately, unhealthy human food has become an easy meal for native wildlife. 

The local Noongar name for singing honey eaters is Dooroom dooroom. These birds have a beautiful melodic song, which is always a pleasure to hear...

 

More Marvellous Mushrooms...

More marvellous mushrooms, this time from all around my garden. In the different areas of the garden the variety of the mushrooms also changed.

Mushrooms and fungi are indicators of a healthy ecosystem. And given these were spread out throughout my garden, it means my little realm is in good condition.

Mushrooms indicate that fungi is present, keeping plants healthy underground. Fungi forms symbiotic relationships with the roots of plants. This helps with enhancing the absorption of water.

Mushrooms help with nutrient recycling which is crucial for maintaining soil health. 

As I have mentioned before; mushrooms appearing always brings me joy. I find them equally fascinating and mysterious...

 

I Was Lucky...

I was lucky I caught this exhibition on the second last day as I hadn't been in the Kalamunda area for quite some time. 

This was an exhibition I was glad I saw. 

 I must say I really loved all the textile creations. The felt vessels were each colorful and unusual. I find creations from fabric and wool really inspiring.

 I often leave exhibitions like this thinking I should get out my sewing machine and try my hand at a little creative fabric art. 

However thinking about it is as far as I always get...