Hobbiton,about 2.5 hrs from Auckland. One of my greatest adventures with my dear friend Tasha. Landed in Auckland before 7 am, picked up a rental car, practiced driving in the airport parking lot for a few minutes, then onward on the wrong side of the road to Matamata. Location: 501 Buckland Rd, Matamata 3472, New…
Home to the Swan Bells
Sure why not! I am terrified of heights, but when my dear friend Tasha brought up the idea of jumping off a bridge, I took it into consideration. This is a photo of me as I took a leap off the ledge. I’ve never been on a roller coasters or anything in comparison, but it’s…
Happy Thanksgiving!
The woods are lovely, dark, and deep, But I have promises to keep, And miles to go before I sleep, And miles to go before I sleep. (“Stopping by Woods on a Snowy Evening” 13-16)
Taken early November on a Hike at the Del Valle Regional Park. It was warm for the most park. Simple hike for 2.5 hours.
Taken on a walk from the Lucky Shag. It took 2 years to construct the Council House, where it was opened by the Queen in 1963. It was great timing to be in Perth for the House’s 50th year anniversary. I wish I was one of those people that can blog right after an event.…
Taken on a hike through the Santa Cruz Mountains a few Springs ago. “But no blue, not even the brightest summer sky, seems as blue as the bluebirds of spring.” – Ron Hirschi
Found this cutie on a hike by the foothills of the Santa Cruz Mountains.
Photo of the marketplace at V. Sattui Winery. Come early, it’s gets really crowded, since it is one of the few places where people can picnic. The cheese selection was magnificent, however, not on my top list of wineries. They sell their own BBQ sauce here, enough said. It’s a winery….
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