Still at Magnetic Island

It really is just as well that we decided not to continue north as it became apparent today that, if anything Gina's back/pelvis problems are getting worse. Not sure what has caused this but recent emotional and physical efforts in NZ rescuing her sister and bringing her to Australia for further treatment have definitely taken their toll. Fortunately these efforts have borne fruit and Heather is in a totally different space from only 6-7 weeks ago so it was all worth while and definitely no regrets.
However, due to the back issue we have decided to return briefly to Townsville in the middle of next week so Gina can receive further treatment. We thought this was preferable to being halfway to Cairns (in the Hinchinbrook Channel with the crocs and mossies for instance) and having it deteriorate. And at this stage we are not in any particular hurry.
Maggie Is. remains a very pleasant place to be. During the week it has been very quiet but tonight there are more boats at anchor in the bay again. We will miss this place when we leave. Every day we go ashore in the dinghy and land on the beach. Then a walk along the extensive beach or inland. The last couple of days we found young children inadequately supervised by their parents had thrown sand into the dinghy which was very irritating. Quite difficult to clean out and these parents have no idea of the consequences and neither do they care. The same the world over it seems.
We're looking forward to re-acquainting ourselves with Townsville again.............
Love from us..........

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