“We all grow up with the weight of history on us. Our ancestors dwell in the attics of our brains as they do in the spiraling chains of knowledge hidden in every cell of our bodies.” ~ Shirley Abbott
I picked up a stone yesterday and put it in my pocket. I walked on a little further, stopped and picked up another. One stone for me and one for my sister. When I get home I’ll let her choose one, and we can hold them and be anchored to Longreach – the place our grandfather was born.
I’m feeling my heritage with every breath, every footstep. I can feel the stories of my ancestors stirring within me.
Here are some images of the past few days, so you can get a sense of where I am right now. It’s vast, wild and majestic.
Sending you much love from the Outback, Nicole xx
Thank you for taking me on your journey! I appreciate the ride in the back of the truck 🙂
Don’t turn your back on that emu! 🙂 Great photos.
Your country looks so amazing . You should have a career in tourism because every snippet you share of the riches of your country I want to come and visit …have fun
Cherry
I’m enjoying following you into the outback Nicole.
I’ll have to show you the rock I picked up yesterday when I see you. Must be in the air xoxo
I just so-o-o connect with those pictures; landscape and scenery. Must be the Africa in my history!! Beee-ooot-iful. Gorgeous 🙂
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What magicals shots u have taken love it aoo much . Thank you for your baron and caring 0:)
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Vast and dry but so genuinely Australia.
Such an impacting landscape. I am so glad you’re feeling your soul refill and connect with ancestry. Thank you for sharing.
That bird is fantastic! He looks so serious. I hope you enjoy your stay in the outback.
thank you for sharing your lovely pictures! i love the face of the emu (?) staring at you!