Well, I am typing this blog from a friend’s flat in Copenhagen, where I am recovering with a shower and … More
Category: Travel
Queen’s Birthday Holiday Weekend: Sunday sun
Usually when the weather sees that there is a public holiday on the calendar, it arranges for rain or wind … More
Anzac Biscuits, measuring cups and a very windy beach
This Friday, 25th April, was Anzac Day, the day that commemorates all New Zealanders and Australians killed in war, as well … More
Flowers, ducks and some sunny days
I’m actually writing this to distract myself from a forthcoming dental implant procedure this afternoon. It is not something I … More
Christchurch, a lot of rain and the edge of a cyclone
This weekend, we took a short work trip down to Christchurch. Unfortunately, this meant another 6am start on Saturday, which … More
Lights, action and a short trip to Auckland
Last week was just so busy what with one thing and another. This week is a little better, and then … More
Agriculture, produce and lots of chickens part 2
Saturday was definitely a day for beasts of the field. After the A&P show, we visited friends who live in … More
Agriculture, produce and lots of chickens part 1
Every now and again, there is a day that is really special, fun or just extra nice, and this Saturday … More
Sand, sea and a bit of luck
Of course, because I have gone back to work, the weather has been lovely the past few days. Still, on … More
21 things about living in New Zealand: our first year here
As of 28th January, we have been here in Wellington for a year. I can’t believe it – the time … More