Peace on the River

We purchased our river place nearly seven years ago. It has given us such pleasure and a sense of peace. There is nothing like waking up and, with your morning cuppa sit and view the river. It’s during the quiet early morning that one can witness the diversity of wildlife that the river calls to.

I never realised how important our morning ritual actually is. If Hubby and I go anywhere for some period of time all we want to do is be back by our river.

Living here has given us the chance to provide so many opportunities for our boys. They’ve played in the river, experimented with fishing (the joys and frustrations) and played on all sorts of different “boats”. Our Oldest learnt how to row a row boat. Not any easy task to get the hang of.

However after seven years of living here, I finally took the plunge and purchased a SUP. I love it. Why had I not purchased one sooner! I get to experience the river in another way. A way I haven’t before.

There is nothing better than paddling down the river at twilight and next minute a lungfish has popped up to take a breath. My river is one of the very few places to have this ancient fish. Eel like but much larger in girth, it takes a gulp of air then twists around and descends. A magical creature when one encounters it.

To witness such an ancient creature in the quiet on a SUP is amazing. Then all of sudden fish are jumping and turtles pop their head up for air. It has only been while paddling on my SUP that I have been able to further immerse myself in all the river has to offer.

I thank my lucky stars everyday that we were able to purchase our home on the river. I could never have believed how much peace and comfort I derive from home. This is where I have been able to raise my family and share all my crazy dreams with Hubby.