Category Archives: Auckland – New Zealand-2011-12

John says it has been like ‘Driving Miss Lazy Daisy’ all around the Northlands, and I can only agree! He has been perfect, avoiding all the crazy motor bikes and getting us from A to B with lots of little … Continue reading →

It’s the last day of the year and I have a Bishop’s Cake in the oven, the ironing is done, the rain is falling and the whole of New Zealand is washed out. Oh I am so glad we got … Continue reading →

At last the sun is shining. I was beginning to feel like Noah, cooped up for days on end with my Manet jig saw (now completed) and have almost finished the Degas. This does not help with making the most … Continue reading →

Monday morning in Parnell. The new house (No. 2) is fine, one of four townhouses owned by Mary who is a very kindly, pernickety landlady who has a penchant for ornaments and knick-knacks that must be very precious to her. … Continue reading →

I am sitting here sipping liquorice tea, and nibbling big red strawberries. Outside the sun is shining and I have a wonderful view from our 27th floor apt of Auckland spread below… the harbour is ahead and the park lands … Continue reading →