I turned 37 over the weekend! Writing that made me feel ooooolllllllddddd for some reason. I've been saying it with no problems but seeing it written down is interesting for sure. It just looks a lot older than 36 does, don't you think? Ageing is, of course, a privilege, and I'm sure I'll look back … Continue reading Celebrating 37
Tag: Mangawhai
The last weekend of winter
Kia ora! How are you?! We're just back from a few days skiing – more on that later, but it was a BRILLIANT holiday. It has been many a year since I skied in New Zealand. We're very lucky to have a ski field within driving distance! Now we're back, I came across these photos … Continue reading The last weekend of winter
Simple Saturdays
We're lucky enough to have two fantastic farmer's markets on every Saturday morning here in Mangawhai. Almost every Saturday we pop into our favourite to pick up some fruit, vegetables and sourdough, but sometimes we linger with a coffee and a treat...especially when the weather is nicer. From time to time, we follow that up … Continue reading Simple Saturdays
Some favourite photos from Mother’s Day
Two of my top things from May took place over Mother's Day weekend. The full lockdown had recently ended and we made the most of our newfound freedom (still highly limited at that time but it felt amazing). We went to the beach for the first time in weeks, and it honestly made my May...the … Continue reading Some favourite photos from Mother’s Day
This is not a holiday (a letter for Amelie)
So, Amelie-boo, we have come to the country for the lockdown! You're only three as I write this, so you have no idea how lucky we are that this is an option for us. But trust me – we are very fortunate to be here. To be here, and to be safe, and to be … Continue reading This is not a holiday (a letter for Amelie)





