I'm a lover of creativity and movement, expressed through photography, words, travel and sports.
It had to be done. I have been telling myself I needed another exercise challenge. Especially now that me and my new tramping boots and I are rediscovering the New Zealand bush and my leg muscles. It's time to take the Mount on once again and make it a regular thing. That is the theory!… Continue reading The Climb up Mount Maunganui (Mauao)
Summer's still here, though that's been debated of late. Down in the depths of the Southern Hemisphere, that is. Yes, I know it's not the most profound statement to make on this blog. Though we usually sing out quite loudly, even from rooftops, most years the month changes from December to January, then to February. … Continue reading Cake Crumbs and Beach Sand
We, as New Zealanders, are not always known to feel comfortable singing our praises. Though there's one day a year when it's not just acceptable, we are expected to do just that.
Rugged, dramatic, and pristine. You will be blown away in more ways than one When exploring this mostly under-explored part of New Zealand. You do need to go and visit the Catlins. We did and automatically fell in love with it. Nugget Point Our trip down was enjoyed via the comfort of a home on… Continue reading A Slice of Paradise – The Catlins, NZ
Some life events leave us speechless for a little while. For me, one of those was turning 60. The number itself is absolutely daunting, and no more wriggle room to claim the high road of middle age. For me, 60 is not the new 40, as I have no desire to go backward. As a… Continue reading Thoughts on Turning 60
Life at No. 22 