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Continue reading →: The Winking Mail BoxThis mail box makes me smile everytime I drive past it. It’s on Port Hills Road. I’m not sure how long it’s had the winking face on it, maybe a while, but I’ve only just noticed it in the last few weeks.
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Continue reading →: Rapaki Track on a Hot AfternoonLate this afternoon I did the Rapaki Track. It was a warm one today – and the sun sure beats down on you when you do this walk. Always best to wear a hat, sunnies, and lots of sunscreen. Oh and take water. The view from the top makes the…
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Continue reading →: McLeans Forest Recreational AreaMcLeans Forest is a popular recreational area for walkers, cyclists and anyone just wanting to hang out in a nice outdoor area and enjoy some fresh air. I was there today for a picnic as a Christmas work-do. I don’t get there very often as it’s way on the other…
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Continue reading →: Norman the Train in ElmwoodI don’t know anything about this model train in Elmwood (Wairakei Road near Norman’s road), so if anyone can enlighten me please do. I know it’s been there for years.
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Continue reading →: Christmas Lights by Stan from Glastonbury DriveChristmas Lights by Stan on Glastonbury Drive. What a wonderful sight and put such a smile on my face. And Stan is such a friendly and welcoming man. He does it all by himself and even makes some of the decorations.
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Continue reading →: Graffitti Art in WoolstonSpotted on a wall by the SuperValue supermarket in Woolston.
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Continue reading →: The Poet TreeThis is a poetry / art installation by Poetica on Cashel Street (near Les Mills). Today was the last day it was up. The artwork is supposed to be on the wall (judging from other photos I have seen). Oh well, I left it a bit too late, but I…
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Continue reading →: Greenfinch and Sparrow feeding at my Bird FeederA greenfinch and sparrow having a feed at my bird feeder. I’m surprised at how frequently they are feeding for the time of year – pretty much always see at least one bird at the feeder. Sometimes there are up to 6 birds competing for food at the same time.…
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Continue reading →: Shabby Chic-ness on a Hot Cantabrian DayIt got to a high to 26 degrees today – and was very sunny with just a little breeze. Perfect weather to go bargain shopping at the Shabby Chic Market Day. And I sure came home with some bargains. A very cute biscuit tin for 4 dollars, a dress for…











I have a long time friend in Papanui as it’s on her side of town who would love Kai Co…