A blog about life in Wellington, New Zealand
I mentioned on Monday that I am taking some time off work – two weeks to be exact. Being at home means more time for reading (actually have two books on the go for the first time in ages), time to do some clutter clearing (I was very pleased with the results of reorganising the herbs and spices today), doing a new jigsaw, listening to podcasts and going for walks. I’ve also been browsing cookbooks, seeking ideas and inspiration now I have a bit more time to try things out
At my work book club this week, we are to bring along our favourite book of the year. Not an … More
I was looking for a quote about reading to use in this post and came across this one from Jean Rhys: Reading makes immigrants of us all. It takes us away from home, but more important, it finds homes for us everywhere.
I love reading but often find it hard to carve out the time. I walk to work, so don’t have a commute on which to read.
So here we are on a rather grey, windy and rainy Monday, and time to recall the small pleasures of the week and ignore the weather outside. First up, of course, we have to mention Jacinda Ardern being elected for a second term.
What a week! We have had storms and we have had sunshine (sometimes both in one day). I received notification … More
A couple of days ago I saw over at Deb’s World this idea for a post – taking stock of … More
I used to do a summary of what I had been reading, watching and listening to at the end of … More
Like many people who remained fully employed during lockdown, I have not used as much annual leave as I would … More
This week’s small pleasures comes to you on the first day of my ‘staycation’. I’m taking a week off work … More
