Broome, Barn Hill and Cape Leveque

As usual, sorry for the delay, but this time it's because we haven't done too much. We have been in Broome for over a month. Phil popped into the only dental surgery in town before Heather left and they had an opening starting in early September. We popped down to Barn Hill for a few days, then up to the Cape, then settled back in Broome and started earning some tall dollars - Phil's notably taller than mine, but I finally have a job as well!

This picture Heather might recognize - it's our first campsite in Broome at Roebuck Bay and it was beautiful, right on the bluff overlooking the beach. In the mornings, this cool fog would roll in, but clear up quickly so the days were clear as can be.

Our trip down to Barn Hill was great. We'd heard some amazing things about it, but when we rolled up were wondering what all the fuss was about - it was a crowded, dusty caravan park with almost no facilities for the number of people. It all became clear when we took a walk on the beach - there are some amazing rock formations, out of the rock that glows red in the dusk light. It was gorgeous and we enjoyed a nice evening picnic of wine and "tapas" (camping-style tapas).

From Barn Hill, we rushed back up to Broome, stocked up on supplies, and headed up 200 km of extremely bumpy, corrugated roads to arrive at Cape Leveque. Again, it was stunning (though very expensive). The beach was incredible and on our last day we caught high tide before we left and had maybe the most amazing swim I have ever had - the water was warm, picture-perfect blue, crystal clear and very relaxing. It was a lovely trip.

I started my exciting job as a housekeeper in a local resort (making good use of the masters!) about 5 weeks ago and it's actually okay. It is probably the hardest job I have ever had, but it's whipped me into good shape and the money is great to have. Phil is working hard and everyone at the practice is great. We're stopping work October 6th, and heading out of town a few days after theat, heading down South at least to Perth. Neither of us can wait to get back on the open road.