It’s the last morning of my house-sitting stint at Maroochy River so, before leaving, I simply had to go back and see Ashton’s Wharf and Mt. Ninderry in the light of day. Bella noticed me going down the steps to the car and she ran ahead of me.

“Are you leaving without saying goodbye to me?” she asked with a look of despondency.

“No Bella, I’m just going to take some photographs. I will be back in a jiffy for breakfast,” I assured her and she went up the steps.

I let her sit by me as I ate my toast and Vegemite. We both feel a little sad because soon I will be off back to Brisbane.

If rivers and mountains at dawn (or just after) are your cup of tea, then here is a little treat for you.