Nature Archives - Maria Hart

Day trip to Kiama, NSW

I recently took a trip to Kiama for the first time which is a coastal town which is just over 2 hours drive south of Sydney. You can, of course, drive the more scenic route stopping at the Sea Cliff Bridge, Stanwell Park, rainforest walks and the coastal drive.

It is known for the Kiama Blowhole and Little Blowhole. Heading north, the Kiama Coast Walk trail links the blowholes to the columns of Cathedral Rocks, with whale-watching spots along the way. The beaches have calm water for swimming.
It’s such a relaxing place to stay and great to get out of Sydney for a change of pace.

So if you would like a day trip I’m available for bookings to show you this beautiful scenery.

Maria
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Life in Covid Lockdown Sydney 2021

Here we are again in Covid Lockdown in Sydney. This is my third lockdown. As you are aware it is a difficult time for everyone being far more strict in our movements.

I have been keeping busy by planting flowers which have now began to bloom, cooking, reading and binge watching the Crown.

I also go for my daily walks along the coastal tracks. You are totally alone and in isolation as you take in the beauty of the coastline. If you live near the beach it helps clear the mind.

Reduces stresses by making you feel at ease;
Boosts your creativity by clearing your head to allow you to clearly focus;
Help in reduce feelings of depression; and
Change your perspective on life.

I wrote a blog on this. See link Health Benefits of Going to the Beach

If you cannot be near the seaside, getting out each day for physical exercise in the park is also just as good for your wellbeing.

I also reminisce the day I will be able to travel again to places like Africa, tropical islands ie Bora Bora. Most importantly the smaller things in life just to be able to see family and friends.

I would like to thank my lovely clients who have been in contact with me to check on my wellbeing and given me support. I look forward to the day I will be able to see you and share a dinner or lunch date with you. If you would like to see more of me in new lingerie would be happy to receive a Westfield Gift Voucher.

None of us like being in lockdown but please do the right thing and stay at home so we can come out sooner than later. All I can say is be safe and keep social distancing, plus wear a mask. Most importantly please get vaccinated so we can start to live a normal life again. I am fully vaccinated now.

Maria
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Spring

Spring is one of my favourite months when buds on the tree burst into bloom. I especially love the cherry blossoms and jacaranda trees.

‘Blossom’ is another word for flower which is usually flowers on trees of orchards. It is a sign that winter is over and the end of July the blossoms start to bloom. Plus the summer fruit will soon be here – peaches, pears, plums, cherries to name a few.

On a recent visit to Canberra in August I was able to see the cherry blossoms which were blooming around Lake Burley Griffith.

Jacarandas have a beautiful purple blue flower which flowers in late October to mid November which leaves a carpet of blue as their flowers fall to the ground. You can see the trees dotted all over Sydney especially along the foreshore. They are actually all over Australia. People flock to see the trees and the spectacular beauty for photos.

The proper name is jacaranda mimosifolio and are native to South America and have been growing in Australia for over 150 years, despite not native to Australia.

Jacarandas represents wisdom, rebirth, wealth and good luck. Legend says if the flower falls on your head, it means good fortune for you.

I went for a walk in the botanical gardens to see the large jacaranda tree while being able to view the beautiful harbour Sydney has to offer.

So take a walk in the botanical gardens to see the jacaranda tree. I’m available to accompany you as a social companion. See my services and rates for details.

Maria
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Farewell Summer Days

The summer season has come to an end.
It has been a summer I’m sure many of us would like to forget and one I hope will never be repeated. The devastating bushfires which so many lives and homes were lost. I had several friends who almost lost their homes down around Bega and in the Southern Highlands. The lost of wildlife which so sad to which our koala is close to extinction. Sydney was blanketed in smoke for months as the bushfires burned making it hard to breathe some days.

We endured drought and then we had the rain which was needed but only to bring floods. So nature has not been kind to Australia this summer as it says farewell for another season.
As I take my last walk along the beach for summer which is slowly becoming isolated, it’s time to reflect what has occurred. You can feel the nip in the air in the mornings and evening. The autumn months will approach with the leaves on the tree turning a beautiful golden colour.

Reflecting of the devastating summer we endured

Maria
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Spring has Sprung

Spring is in the air as we say goodbye winter. It’s that time of the year I love when I can start to put away the winter woollies, open the windows and doors to breathe in that fresh spring air.

Just feeling the warm sun on my body makes my mood feel better and take away the winter blues. The days become longer and warmer.

It’s also a time to plant some spring flowers and enjoy them as they bloom. I planted some Polyanthus. Of course, mainly pink as that is a favourite colour for me with flowers. Mind you as we had a warmish winter, I think the flowers had begun to bloom a little earlier than normal.

For me it’s time to get out and take longer walks enjoy that fresh air at the beach or in the country.

I’m available for bookings for a country road trip to enjoy the fresh air and nature or to the beach.

Maria
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