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The VinCats We are traveling around Australia with a Schnoodle named Shadow. Come join us on our journey.

So true, just set a date and do it....
15/07/2025

So true, just set a date and do it....

People who are waiting to get rich to travel are wasting life.

It sounds blunt, but it’s true.
There’s a myth we tell ourselves, a comforting illusion that someday when we have more.
More money, more security, more certainty,
we'll finally embark on that dream adventure.
Yet, what we fail to realize is that the more we delay, the more precious moments slip quietly away.

Travel isn't about lavish resorts,
first-class flights, or dining in Michelin-starred restaurants.
Sure, those are delightful experiences, but they aren't essential.
Real travel, authentic and life-changing, doesn't demand wealth—it demands courage.
Courage to step into the unknown, courage to accept discomfort,
and courage to embrace uncertainty.

The real magic of travel lies in humble street food, crowded buses, small guesthouses, spontaneous conversations with locals,
and those unforgettable moments when you're forced out of your comfort zone and into raw, vibrant reality.
These experiences shape your heart and mind far more profoundly than any luxurious escapade ever could.

By holding back until you're "ready" or "wealthy enough," you're trading irreplaceable days, months, and years for an illusion.
Life is unpredictable.
The strength, energy, and youthful wonder you have now won’t always be yours.
Opportunities vanish as quickly as they arise, and waiting for the perfect conditions means you'll never truly begin.

Travel when you’re young, even if your wallet protests a little.
Let your wealth be measured in experiences, stories, friendships, and wisdom,
not merely in numbers in your bank account.
Because ultimately, it’s these experiences—not riches—that will sustain your soul, enrich your life, and remind you that you lived fully when you had the chance.

In the end, the greatest tragedy isn't having traveled cheaply, simply, or roughly;
it’s looking back at your life wishing you had dared to go when you had the chance.
Don’t waste life waiting—start now.

Poor Shadow was shaking and in some pain. I think he over did things while on holiday.  I gave him some meds and we then...
14/07/2025

Poor Shadow was shaking and in some pain. I think he over did things while on holiday. I gave him some meds and we then went for a drive to Clare.

There are loads of walking trails here leading to many wineries. The walks go through private properties and all the fences have wooden steps to go over. Many cycle trails as well.

We went out to Sevenhill Winery and discovered this awesome church. The Father's and Brothers help with the winery. There are no Fathers here today and the Brothers focus more on the church.amd associated activities and other staff focus on the wine business.

Of course we had to try out the tasting. We did the premium one and lined up the glasses as No yuk, ok to your the best. Our best was $150....that's us...🤣😂.

We did buy a bottle of Vaulted Cellar Shiraz to take back to camp with us.

It started raining again and it was cold so we all went back. Shadow is sorted on the bed resting and I make a chicken curry.

Haven't been feeling the best the past few days so took myself off to bed.

Tomorrow we move onto another location.

This morning we packed up and shipped out.  Goodbye Adelaide and thank you for having us. We will be back but in warmer ...
14/07/2025

This morning we packed up and shipped out. Goodbye Adelaide and thank you for having us. We will be back but in warmer weather for sure.

It was a short drive, 1 hour 40 mins to Blyth. Parked up and set up.

Off for a walk around town. It was quiet it felt like Sunday not Monday.

It's a shame the pub was closed. Found some interesting places and gardens.

The local district hospital was turned into an escape room at some point. Nothing happening there now but how cool it would have been.

They love their sports and bowling, tennis, cricket, netball, baseball, Australian rules with the CATS team, a bar at the show grounds. A lot happening here however felt very laid back and relaxed.

Decided to take a drive to Clare 15 km's down the road. This is on another post. Go check it out.

👍

Breakfast and dinner with friends today.Not much else on as getting ready to head off tomorrow.Washing, groceries, packi...
13/07/2025

Breakfast and dinner with friends today.

Not much else on as getting ready to head off tomorrow.

Washing, groceries, packing, sleeping and eating....all in a day's work...🤣😂

13/07/2025
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Well that was so disappointing, embarrassing and.....and....and....The night started well. Watching the All Black's beat...
13/07/2025

Well that was so disappointing, embarrassing and.....and....and....

The night started well. Watching the All Black's beat France while having a few drinks at the Paddock.

Made our way across the bridge to the Oval and settled in for a good game of rugby with the British and Irish Lions and AUNZ.

The atmosphere was great, people were happy and music pumping.

The more we watched the more despondent we became. How can we come out with no score!

Off to the Taphouse to drown out sorrows. Ya win some you lose some.

Shadow went off on his holiday this morning.  I forgot some of his food so they are buying some. So grateful to them for...
12/07/2025

Shadow went off on his holiday this morning. I forgot some of his food so they are buying some. So grateful to them for doing that. What a real duh moment....😂🤣.

This morning we walked the trail and you can see how much the water has gone down and how much rubbish is around. Sad to see.

Picked up friends and went to the beach and had lunch at Seamores. Very nice it was.

Had to walk to the end of the jetty despite the cold and windy.

Getting ready for the British and Irish Lions rugby game happening real soon....

Part 3 and this time we went to the museum.Very much focuses on the Pacific areas and marine areas.They did have Treasur...
11/07/2025

Part 3 and this time we went to the museum.

Very much focuses on the Pacific areas and marine areas.

They did have Treasures of the Viking Age on for $25 per adult that we decided not to check out.

Afterwards we went to the Taphouse bar for a quiet drink and rested our feet before the long walk back.

Quick shower and change of clothes before meeting up with friends and went to the Hennessy Rooftop Bar for a night of drinking including cocktails. Yummo.....

Part 2 of our big day out.This time we are at The Art Gallery of South Australia and what an interesting lot of art held...
11/07/2025

Part 2 of our big day out.

This time we are at The Art Gallery of South Australia and what an interesting lot of art held here.

Some of it is awesome and clever and others just way out there. Art is in the eye of the beholder.

I love art, especially the abstract kind.

Tell me what you think? What is your favourite and not so favourite one?

Out and about in the city today. Poor Vince got impatient with me cause I'm always stopping and getting all the pics and...
11/07/2025

Out and about in the city today.

Poor Vince got impatient with me cause I'm always stopping and getting all the pics and vids....sorry honey ... deal with it....

He does deal with it, he walks off and eventually I catch up...😂🤣😂.

This will be a few parts cause it was a big day.

The first part takes us along the river from the campground to the city. So many things to see along the way.

Illiminate Adelaide 25 is on and is the city lights. Got a few bits in and will have to come back at night to see them in all their glory.

We stopped for brunch before carrying on with the day

Ok, so it's a thing....no really it is...What is it you ask?  Great question you reply....People from all over the count...
09/07/2025

Ok, so it's a thing....no really it is...

What is it you ask? Great question you reply....

People from all over the country, cruise ships, other countries do weird things, but it works...or does it??

So let us give it a go.......

I drew on a rock, yes a rock and I'm gonna leave it somewhere out in public and see what happens.

I hope someone will pick it up and locate this page to let me know where they found it.

Fingers crossed...

If it works, I will do some more or maybe just do more and go from there.

You can help me by suggesting simple things to draw on a tiny rock.

I hope the rain doesn't wash it all off or I will get nothing, narda, zip, zero, nought.....

Wish me luck.

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