Isn't it always something when you discover a place that hasn't had too much promotion (yet), is relatively brand new and quiet...a place that allows you to breathe in the big city, even though it is in the big city...a special place you can tuck inside your heart and treasure and know that for, at least a little while, not too many know about it and so you can enjoy it even more. One day, you know for sure, more and more people will come (as it should be)...because this is a place to be shared...enjoyed by many...but, for now...I want to relish in my secret place
I went there today...to this special place and it was good.
To the ordinary, it may not have been the best day to venture to this hideaway. Threatening dark clouds continuously rolled across the blue hue of the sky and to the unadventurous, it could have put a spanner in the works, if it had been allowed...but not me, nor my companions. We tripped the light fandango with flowers in our hair and led a merry dance across the span. We arrived between showers and explored the new and tidy gardens, rockeries and sculptured environmental art works...a friendly space for all.
Thoughtful planning has seeded the beginnings of a sanctuary along Brisbane's old man river and made use of strong timbers once used in a yesteryear's wharf. The concrete is stamped with words from a bygone era...accident reports, wartime notes and interesting anecdotes. History is revived in this place of those who have gone before us. Those who have marked this place like initials scratched out in the trunk of an old eucalypt.
Preservation has such an important place in our society. We must do all we can to protect our culture and show the newer generations where we have come from. What is special about this place? The peacefulness and its links to our history and importantly, the story of one aspect of Brisbane.
This area of nostalgia is framed by a contemporary modern look and is topped off by a delightfully fresh cafe...where the food is decidedly delicious. My companions and I were delighted with our culinary choice and polished off our food - fully satisfied.
Do I want to share my secret with those who happen to stumble onto this site? Okay, I will as I think it is safe to say that this site is tucked away and hidden in cyberspace...and how can I not share this spot with my friends?
This new-found favourite place of mine, here in Brisbane, is Northshore Port Parklands Reserve (near Hamilton and the wharf where the cruise ships dock). I highly recommend it...great bbqs, shelters, play equipment, lushious lawns...it's got it all...and the cafe is fabulous and friendly.
I am blessed to live on Willow Pond, our family home, where I get the chance to experience the closeness of the city, but with all the creature comforts of the bush. Willow Pond is my little piece of heaven and it is where I like to create my stories, write about life and read, read, read! It is also the place where I am happiest, spending precious time with my beautiful family.
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