A blog about life in Wellington, New Zealand
Today saw us back at work after 3 weeks of holiday. I was wide awake before the alarm went off, caught the earlier of the two buses I normally take to town, and got to the office to spend the first hour catching up and wishing colleagues a happy new year.
This summer we decided on just having a mini break up in one of our favourite parts of New Zealand, Hawke’s Bay.
If we were having coffee…or even a cup of tea…you would ask me about the cataract operation. I would say … More
It was hard to go back to work today. Getting on the bus, putting my lunch box in my bag … More
If you enjoy good food and wine, Hawke’s Bay is the place to go. There are excellent restaurants, interesting shopping, … More
To say we have had mixed weather this summer is an understatement. From lovely warm sunny days in December, so … More
I had to head up to Hawke’s Bay again this week for work, which means flying up in a smallish … More
The wind has blown, the rain has fallen and the sun has shone this week. Thursday and Sunday were both … More
On the last day of our short trip up to Hawke’s Bay, we went over to Elephant Hill winery. Founded … More
It has truly been a lovely week. I’m on holiday until next Monday, which is small pleasure in itself. I’m … More
Thistles and Kiwis 