If we were having coffee…or even a cup of tea…

If we were having coffee…or even a cup of tea…we would in fact be sipping some sparkling water with lime … More

This week’s small pleasures #254

Another week, another rise in Covid cases, but also a rise in those getting vaccinated, which at least is a … More

This week’s small pleasures #249

So at 4pm the Prime Minister announced that all of New Zealand, except for Auckland, will go down to Level … More

Words on Wednesday: spring has sprung

It is the first of September, the start of spring. A season to clear the cobwebs away, make plans and … More

Six on Saturday 28.08.21

A second Six on Saturday from Level 4 lockdown here in New Zealand. As of 1pm today, there are now … More

This week’s small pleasures #244

I wasn’t sure where to begin with this week’s small pleasures – sunny days? Or should I mention getting dates … More

Six on Saturday 31.07.21

It is the end of July already, day 212 of the year, and a gloriously sunny day with bright blue skies.

Six on Saturday 03.07.21

Hello from a what has been lovely, sunny Wellington and on my birthday too! Yes, another year has gone by since the last one. Can I also suggest you look at the date? 3 x 7 = 21. How about that? Or is it just me that thought about it?

Wordless Wednesday: sunshine in autumn

What a gorgeous warm and sunny day today!

This week’s small pleasures #225

Another week, another set of small pleasures, those little things that bring us joy and a smile to our faces. Autumn is here, so it is time to plan reading lists, trawl recipe books for seasonal eating ideas and look forward to the Easter break. So without further ado, here are some of the good things of the past week.