Summer 2009/2010

Summer 2009/2010 at the bach has been all about family, introducing Charlie to his great-great-Grandad Williams' bach legacy on his great-great-great-Grandpa Hayes' farm legacy. Spending time with Linda who's part of the fabric of the place, and Jo and Brian, whose dad helped Grandad build the bach and watching their kids enjoy the lagoon the way we all did as kids, and a visit from Sarah, whose dad spent his childhood summers there too, reminds us about the traditions and the continuity of the place. Uncle Lionel's great-grandchildren descended on their bach, spread themselves out, and echoed the sounds of the previous generations.

Then there was the usual passing parade of boats large and small, sunsets and sunrises, the milky way in clear skies, and the constant birdlife around us. This summer the lagoon was shallow and clear and full of little kids having a ball. Relentless beautiful sunshine (with high fire risk!) relieved by a consistent cooling breeze and chilly swims. Evenings relaxing with a glass or two, and many congenial chats with visitors.