I was in two minds whether to post this week, as I don’t really have much to say, but hopefully … More
Author: Thistles and Kiwis
What’s on your bookshelf #26
Compared to last month, this month I have managed to carve out more time for reading, partly as I had … More
This week’s small pleasures #357
The weekend news here in New Zealand was dominated by the results of the general election, resulting in a change … More
Words on Wednesday
We’ve been in the new house for a few weeks now and there are a few things we have learned: … More
This week’s small pleasures #356
While the week was full of many small pleasures, from sunny days to spring flowers and good food, I also … More
Six on Saturday 07.10.23
There has been wind, there has been rain and there has even been sun. Spring here is very changeable to … More
A seat at the table: a long lunch
The scene: a rather wet, grey and unseasonably cold Saturday lunch time. Noble Rot Wine Bar. Tucked away down a … More
This week’s small pleasures #355
We have been having a rather stormy spring with strong winds blowing seemingly every day. The sun did come out … More
If we were having coffee…or even a cup of tea…
If we were having coffee…or even a cup of tea…we would agree it has been a while since we caught … More
This week’s small pleasures #354
The clocks have gone forward, the evenings are noticeably lighter and thoughts begin to turn to plans for warmer days. … More