From A Dear Mate Down Under

Columbia-Gem-of-the-Ocean! I have to declare, that I have some of the most amazing friends on the planet. I really do. Yet another enticement to plan a trip to Australia from my friend, Rod. He is a gifted photographer with some sort of day job to pay the bills and keep he and his little buddy F.R.E.D. in kibbles and bits. And I would love nothing more than to be his guest--someday. When his wonderful package of photos and narrated itinerary arrived, my heart filled near to bust with joy as if I were already there. Thank you, mate.