I’m a day late as last night we went to a pub quiz. We usually do quite well, but this … More
Author: Thistles and Kiwis
Beer, beer and more beer
After a week of feeling terrible and even taking two days off work sick, the weekend has arrived, and with … More
Cee’s Challenge: Week 32
Here we are, Tuesday evening for me in NZ and time to tackle Cee’s Challenge for this week. Can’t believe … More
Brotherhood of the World-Bloggers Award
It’s been lovely to be nominated by Raphaela over at Hummingbird Redemption for the Brotherhood of the World Bloggers Award! Thank you … More
Cocktails, creativity and free cake
As Sunday draws slowly to a close, with dinner preparations ahead, followed by curling up on the sofa, it’s time … More
A film, some food and a typical Saturday
As you might guess from my response to what I look forward to in the weekly Cee’s Challenge post, the … More
Cee’s Challenge: Week 31
And so a day late for Cee’s Challenge. Would you rather take pictures or be in pictures? We’ve had this … More
6 things: a film, a walk but no muffins
Another 6 things post, a very random collection of things that happened last week and over the weekend. 1) A … More
Language, laughter and a moment of reflection
Kia ora koutou! It’s been Māori language week in Aotearoa New Zealand, giving everyone a chance to pick up a … More
A birthday, a beehive and the coolest little capital in the world
As I mentioned in my last post, this weekend was the 150th anniversary (or birthday) of Wellington becoming the capital … More