Serenity Sundays - Buderim Falls

Sneaky Piece Of Paradise In Buderim

Unbeknownst to many, there is a beautiful little slice of heaven in the middle of Buderim, known as Buderim Forest Waterfall.
 
It sits within a 45 hectare park, and the boardwalk is wheelchair friendly (about 600m), if you have someone who would like a mini-fix of tranquility?

Click the image below to check out full details and directions!

Image courtesy of Visit Sunshine Coast

Serenity Sundays - The Mary Valley Scenic Drive And The Seven Steps To Serenity

Sunday Drivers Rejoice!

The details are on the link attached to the photos, but this is the most wonderful way to feel alive and a great reminder of what we have at our fingertips!

Image Courtesy of the Australian (This would have been gone if the Traveston Dam had not been stopped)

My recipe for happiness on this adventure is:

1. Duck out and fill up the car using one of the petrol finder apps (otherwise there will be less serenity ha) - then "let it go"......

2. Pack up a picnic - folding chairs or a blanket are fine, but a marquis is handy depending on what you find. For the budget-minded make sure you pack a thermos or cold drinks, too. Towels and togs maybe? There are lots of creeks on this drive if you are fearless.

3. Put the starting point in your Bluetooth, or just wing it (more fun)

Image Courtesy Of Stayz

4. Pack puppy too, if you have one, along with the lead and a water bowl, and treats for being good.

5. Commence drive at the top point (or bottom point if coming from the North), and then work your way back to home, ensuring you stop at every gorgeous spot until one just sucks you in for your picnic.


6. Remember to check out the produce stands when you come across them. Often organic and usually inexpensive - you may even encounter one of the old "honesty" boxes....

7. Wind the windows down and inhale the bush smell!

Sleep like a baby tonight - why? Because these sort of activities always get you thinking about what matters in life and what changes you need to make to become much happier - take the time on this trip to either chat with your other half about what matters, or give yourself the time to really focus.

Serenity Sundays - Cooran Lookout

Cooran Lookout

This was always one of my favorite drives, and I always used to call it Cooran Mountain (possibly mistaken) but I know for sure it goes by James M McKane Memorial Lookout. 

If you are chasing serenity at the end of a gorgeous country drive (plus see a cute little township on your way), then check out the link above, which includes lots of juicy detail.

For god's sake don't forget to pack a picnic and take Rover - so much to see and sniff (for Rover not you)....there are picnic tables and loos if I remember - who knows, if you guys all leave now, you might run into each other - say hi from me!

Image Courtesy Cooran.com.au

Serenity Sundays - Mothar Mountain Rockpools

Mother Mountain Rockpools

If you love the sounds of the bush and running waterfalls, this is a great place to find serenity.....I remember taking my Kelpie here for his weekly swim and a good game of fetch! I love the unknown tracks in our region....we just have to dig a little! Image below courtesy of Queensland.com. Map Included!