The pandemic has done crazy things to one's perception of time and it is so easy to dismiss all this as some sort of suspended reality, a break in the space/time continuum that will one day heal so we can all get back to our usual ways with only an occasional chuckle about wasn't that … Continue reading This is real life right now
Category: adventures
Five things in November
1. Strawberry season The best strawberries are Te Arai strawberries. There's a farmstand set up in Mangawhai several times a week, and I don't bother buying strawberries unless I'm buying from them. That doesn't mean we miss out though! I'm very dedicated to picking up a punnet whenever needed. Strawberries are my favourite fruit and … Continue reading Five things in November
The best movies for summer vibes
Something Borrowed Summer is on its way! I am an absolute fiend for summer. It is by far my favourite season. I love being outside, swimming, eating simple, delicious food, feasting on strawberries and ice cream...summer to me is sunscreen and sweat and salt, skin that's always a bit hot and togs that are always … Continue reading The best movies for summer vibes
Sunshine on the last weekend in winter (again)
I'm sensing a theme here... The last weekend of winter once again delivered glorious sunshine and some strong hints of spring for us. We celebrated with a trip to the park to ride bikes, kick the ball around, and generally soak up the sun. Check it out, we didn't even need long sleeves! 🙌 It … Continue reading Sunshine on the last weekend in winter (again)
Five things in July, and more…
We have a bumper edition of five things! One where there will actually be ten things because I completely didn't realise I didn't do one for July, and now it's the end of August! Ah August has been a total cluster, what with ski trips and finishing jobs and unexpected lockdowns. We do what we … Continue reading Five things in July, and more…





