MOTHERS DAY ON THE FAR SOUTH COAST OF NSW

We stayed one night at the free
campsite at Genoa. As you can see
from the photo, it is a lovely spot,
and we were tempted to stay another
night. But I really needed to do some
laundry and we were a bit keen to
head to warmer weather.
We drove across the border into NSW, through Eden, and followed the

highway to Bega for lunch. It's

gorgeous countryside through there,

but quite hilly. We were very aware we were towing our home behind us!

I have some friends in Narooma, on the coast, so we wanted to stay there

for a few days. I found a cheap camp spot in our Camps Australia book. It was in a town called Dalmeny, about 7km north of Narooma. It had powered sites, shower block and laundry. We couldn't believe our luck when we pulled in. On a big grassy hill, right on the beach, it looked like heaven! And the weather! Finally we could get around in our thongs again!

It's very quiet at the moment, with only a few other vans set up. Originally we were going to stay a couple of nights - then when we saw the place, we decided on 4 nights. Before we had paid, however, I noticed that weekly rates were cheaper - and only $1:60 per child over 5yrs per night. So then we decided we'd stay for a week. When we went to pay, the guy at the office said he'd only charge us for one kid!Even better!! So for $139 a week, we

get to live in paradise. The photo with me in it is our view of the ocean. I have just had the best Mothers Day ever. The kids made some cards for me and I had bacon and eggs for breaky. We then travelled to a town nearby called Tilba, after being told by a couple of people it was a "must see". The whole town has been heritage listed and it is like stepping back in time (except for the cars parked up the main street). It really is amazing. Because it was MY day, I was allowed to roam in and out of the shops there at my leisure and look at all the arts and crafts. We bought some lollies at the lolly shop, some cheese (very yummy) at the cheese factory, and a couple of hand-made scented candles to make the van smell nice. The local bakery makes the best pies! And for the perfect end to a perfect day, I'm about to have some fresh, local oysters for dinner. Next weekend is Narooma's big Oyster Festival. We might have to stay here for two weeks!