February has felt loooong this year – quite an achievement for the shortest month. Looking back, I couldn't believe it was the beginning of February that we went away to Cambridge; that felt much longer ago! We had some crazy crazy weather down here this month. Thankfully we are okay, and our families are all okay, … Continue reading Five things in February
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A week at Malolo Island Resort, Fiji
Welcome to our new favourite island! Last October, we spent a week at Malolo Island Resort, in the Mamanuca Islands of Fiji. It was our first trip out of New Zealand since 2019 – which is unbelievable, looking back on it! We were very ready to leave New Zealand and Fiji was the perfect place to … Continue reading A week at Malolo Island Resort, Fiji
Five Things in September AND Five Things in October
Welcome to the omnibus edition of Five Things! I didn't mean not to publish September back when it was actually relevant. I got some terrible news at the beginning of October and have found myself all but incapable of writing since, especially about silly little things such as movies and podcasts and skincare products. Sometimes … Continue reading Five Things in September AND Five Things in October
Queenstown photo diary
We’re back from Queenstown and we had the absolute time of our lives! Managed to pick something up just before we left, or maybe on the flight home, of course, but it’s not COVID so hurray, I guess! And only Hayden and I are unwell so that’s also another small blessing. Queenstown was a blast. … Continue reading Queenstown photo diary
What to pack for a winter break in Queenstown
We are flying to Queenstown tomorrow for a winter break and a little skiing and I am so excited! Usually we go to Mt Ruapehu in winter but this year we felt like a little change...and one thing I think I am prepared for is how much colder Queenstown is going to be than the … Continue reading What to pack for a winter break in Queenstown