Koalas defy gravity: it seems impossible that a small tree branch can support their bulk.
Seeing kangaroos, koalas, wallabies, emus, parrots, cockatoos and echidnas everywhere is still a thrill to me when I come to Oz. I’ve lost count of the number of kangaroos and koalas I’ve seen on this trip, but even so I almost always stop to admire these exotic creatures in their natural environments. Seeing them confirms to me that I am in the land down under and thus somewhere that is very far from home.
As for Robert, these animals are just part of his everyday childhood memories. Luckily for me, he is very tolerant of my fascination and has indulged me by taking countless photographs of the locals. And since he’s always interested in most every living creature, he is also fascinated by checking out the wildlife. So while the creatures may not be quite so exotic to him, we are getting a kick out of our explorations.
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I’m loving your blog! Enjoy your trip to Oz — I am SO jealous. Winter long ago wore out its welcome for me. It’s an almost physical, visceral urge to get out from under the many layers of clothing and experience the sensation of warm sun on bare skin. Two weekends ago we had a nice Sunday afternoon; Rob and Wrigs and I headed to Coffee Emporium and sat outside in the sunshine. It was bliss … and then it was gone.
Gee, our friends from Florida get excited when they see squirrels in our back yard. Hope you’re getting lots of photos of the exotic creatures you encounter in your travels.
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