Copenhagen, buses and a final sausage

My last full day in Copenhagen was spent visiting my old place of work, and also a reminder why I … More

Beer, cider and wine (not all at once….)

After writing so much recently on the blog about New Zealand and how beautiful it is, I’m changing topic a … 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

Paihia, pizza and a summer trip part 2

We arrived safe and sound in lovely, sunny Paihia on Wednesday afternoon.  Our apartment was 2 minutes drive from the … More

Wind, rain and a beer tasting

Yesterday, Halloween, was a very wet and windy day.  I was so glad to be at home and just watch … More

Pies, pints and a new sofa

The good weather on Saturday continued into Sunday, and we walked into town and then along the waterfront as far … More

Sunshine, sand and the smell of the sea

The weather this weekend has been lovely again, warm, sunny and with bright blue skies.  On Saturday, we drove out … More

Storms, sunshine and a special beer

The weather this week has been somewhat changeable to say the least.  After the lovely weekend, Monday was a day … More

Hot water, mudpools and a parrot: trip to Rotorua part 1

This past weekend, we headed north to Rotorua to visit friends and at last see something more of this beautiful … More

Lamb meatballs, daylight savings and a good weekend

Every now and again, a weekend passes that is just right for the mood you are in at the time, … More