A week in Nelson Vic

   Tuesday saw us leave Nelson Victoria after a quiet week of work and relaxation. We had a lovely stay at RiverVu Caravan park which is situated overlooking the Glenelg river. Each morning as I stepped from my tent I was blessed with a view of water, fishing boats, pelican's and seagulls.

   Nelson is a lovely town that, although the caravan park is bustling with people, has a laid back fisherman feel to it. The town, consisting of a hotel and corner shop come post office, really does not have a lot to offer but draws the holiday makers just the same. Sitting on the border of SA and Vic, 34 kilometres from Mt Gambier, all that is required is a short drive away.

Nelson Hotel

  Although the weather was not good to us, with only one sunny day and six that were cold and wet, we enjoyed our stay all the same. We have been able to get the December issue of Good Gabble to near finish point putting us right on schedule after the previous month of computer malfunctions. We did manage to get a couple of hours of beach time in, were I wrapped the towel around myself and shivered whilst the children dug and dug. Although chilly there was still a lot of laughter. There has been plenty of walking the dog along the Glenelg river and time spent swinging in the park.

   Whilst at Nelson I had the pleasure of meeting Brenton Manser www.brentonmanser.com.au  and his son Jesh http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u7_KYPcaRlk. Both are fine musicians with Brenton using music to tell stories of the past and Jesh playing the electric violin. Keep an eye on future issues of Good Gabble for articles on these very talented men.

   So this week we drive along the Great Ocean Road.....here's hoping for warmth and sunshine but regardless we will not let the weather dampen our spirit whilst on 'the road to positivity'

View Sam's photo's of Nelson at http://samlophotography.blogspot.com