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2022-08-15 00:44
It's not easy to edit bad weather photos, but sometimes it works.This was taken in the South Island near Queenstown.Join us at My Corner of the World each Wednesday! Read More
2022-08-01 11:07
Eventually, we saw signs for our destination.And we finally arrived at BRATWURST BROS in Uriti. They have created a rest stop atthe little store which is in a great spot along SH 3. T… Read More
2022-08-01 00:28
Over the weekend, we drove about 2 hours to find a new business that sold German sausages. Yes, sometimes, you have to make a big effort if you want something special!The weather wasn't gre… Read More
2022-07-15 03:57
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2022-07-10 03:04
This is in the Hawkes Bay area.Join us at My Corner of the World each Wednesday! Read More
2022-07-02 12:30
These are the last of our photos from our long weekend.I love these wonky telephone poles.We drove up Ugly Hill a ways but it looked quite nice to us. :)These birdies kept Hubby company at… Read More
2022-06-30 12:30
Hubby is great at spotting churches and, amazingly enough, many of them areopen to the public. This church had a sign that said it was always open for prayer and mediation.It had a ver… Read More
2022-06-27 12:30
Barriers between lanes. We don't see that very often.Sheep grazing in the riverbed.Yes, those are giraffes on the farmland countryside! Artwork, I assume.Many of the beaches have baches (pr… Read More
2022-06-25 23:53
When we take a trip, it's usually to a specific destination to see something specific. And I would take a lot of pictures and edit them nicely--crop the car mirror out or straighten or ligh… Read More
2022-06-16 13:00
This church is in Little Akaroa on the Banks Peninsula in the South Island. John Henry Menzies was the local farmer who was responsible for the church being built.Click here if you… Read More
2022-06-06 06:33
I have to confess that I take the same photos at lots of places, especially at look-outs.These were taken of Long Beach at Waverley. The first in 2013.The second this year, 2022.Join u… Read More
2022-05-27 08:35
Nature Thursday- DNDMonthly MosaicNature NotesJoin us at My Corner of the World each Wednesday! Read More
2022-05-20 23:03
All SeasonsSkywatch FridayJoin us at My Corner of the World each Wednesday! Read More
2022-05-13 02:40
We came across these public toilets (long drops) at a beach near Whanganui.The first four images are from the one on the left.These two portraits were on the other one.Join us at My Corner… Read More
2022-05-08 07:01
I just noticed that my last post was number 2,800. I would never have guessed that I had shared so many of my photos with you! But, then, it has be… Read More
2022-05-02 08:10
Sky Views Join us at My Corner of the World each Wednesday! Read More
2022-04-16 08:23
We are in the midst of moving house so my time is limited at the moment. Enjoy this bit of trivia.Join us at My Corner of the World each Wednesday! Read More
2022-04-02 03:19
We stopped by Lake Mangamahoe for the first time in a long time.It was overcast and a breeze rippled the water, making photos rather difficult.There are lots of ducks and swans on this manm… Read More
2022-03-21 00:39
I like this photo, a bit out of focus as the camera focused on the fence.Logs ready to be shipped off shore.Join us at My Corner of the World each Wednesday! Read More
2022-03-11 02:50
A very clever mural.Join us at My Corner of the World each Wednesday! Read More
2022-03-07 06:46
I am not often awake when the sun is coming up, but I was this morning and was rewarded with this scene.Sky ViewsJoin us at My Corner of the World each Wednesday! Read More
2022-03-03 22:06
Friday Floral PhotosNature Thursday - DNDJoin us at My Corner of the World each Wednesday! Read More
2022-02-28 05:46
I saw this harrier hawk in the top of a tree in the yard! That's the closest to the house I've seen one, as it was probably raiding a bird's nest.Join us at My Corner of the World… Read More
2022-02-24 23:33
Monthly MosaicFriendship Friday Blog HopJoin us at My Corner of the World each Wednesday! Read More
2022-02-19 04:01
It was wet and cloudy on our overnight trip a while back, so I just madeall the photos monochrome.These were taken in Palmerston North. I love the art deco facades.Weekend in Black and Whit… Read More
2022-02-12 21:22
In the midst of rain from Cyclone Dovi last night, I noticed moonlight shining ina window, so I went outside and found very clear skies. So I grabbed the camera andtook a few photos. I did… Read More
2022-02-10 23:02
Floral Friday PhotosSkywatch FridayJoin us at My Corner of the World each Wednesday! Read More
2022-02-06 11:00
After we accomplished finding the Bridge to Somewhere, we paid more attention tothe roadside on the way out.There were many, many beehives next to the public road. Obviously, the owners wan… Read More
2022-02-04 11:01
When we go out for drives, most of the time, we never see another vehicle of any kind. That's what makes our drives so comfortable, because I can holler 'Stop!' or 'Back up, please!' and no… Read More
2022-02-03 01:46
Pictorial TuesdayPhoto SouvenirJoin us at My Corner of the World each Wednesday! Read More
2022-01-30 14:06
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2022-01-23 19:52
Sacred Heart Basilica, Timaru Join us at My Corner of the World each Wednesday! Read More
2022-01-21 02:57
Last year we went looking for a church down NZ's longest no-exit road, but we didn't find it.When we got home, we found we should have gone just a few more kms down the road. … Read More
2022-01-13 22:36
We came across this beauty while driving around on the Banks Peninsula at Christchurch.The foundation stone was laid in 1876 and it officially opened in 1878 as the firstnon-denominational c… Read More
2022-01-05 11:00
We go out on Christmas day to see the decorations in the area andI thought I'd share what we found.Join us at My Corner of the World each Wednesday! Read More
2021-12-30 11:35
Here are more of my mostly-drive-by photos of the historic buildings.Oamaru is also the Steampunk HQ. It's quite an experience. Click here for more. Join us at My Corner of the World… Read More
2021-12-17 01:10
Here's a link about the ferry.Join us at My Corner of the World each Wednesday! Read More
2021-12-12 11:00
Hubby ventured up the hill to take photos of the Lyttleton Time Ball station, one of only 5 in working order in the world.From 1876 to 1934, a ball dropped on its stone tower, signaling the… Read More
2021-12-11 03:45
Most of the photos of Sumpter's Wharf in Oamaru find it covered in shag/cormorants. It closed to shipping in 1974 and is now a registered historic place. Click here for some history of the W… Read More
2021-12-08 21:21
We had fabulous weather for our Akaroa tour. The main interest was seeing Hector's Dolphins which are only found in New Zealand.These are Hubby's phone photos of the gorgeous creatures… Read More
2021-12-02 11:00
In Queenstown, we took a 90 minute cruise on Lake Wakatipu on the TSS Earnslaw, the oldest hand-fired passenger boat in the Southern Hemisphere. It was first launchedin 1912, alth… Read More
2021-11-29 01:28
Last week, we flew to the South Island for a week. Originally, our flight was direct to Queenstown from Auckland, but then Auckland was put into lockdown and we had to reschedule. Our… Read More
2021-11-20 03:12
I'm off on a new adventure!I hope to have lots of great photosto share when I get back :)Join us at My Corner of the World each Wednesday! Read More
2021-11-18 12:00
A great way to spend an afternoon with enthusiastic and knowledgeable volunteers. Click here for more information.Join us at My Corner of the World each Wednesday! Read More
2021-11-13 20:45
Weekend in Black and WhiteJoin us at My Corner of the World each Wednesday! Read More
2021-11-11 21:53
I hope you don't get tired of the flower garden. Since I didn't plant it, I amintrigued by what comes up, especially, after Hubby and I did a lot of pruning and cutting (OK, he did mos… Read More
2021-10-28 03:21
Old fashioned names in Kimbolton Clematis seed headsSplit Apple RockNature Thursday - DNDJoin us at My Corner of the World each Wednesday! Read More
2021-10-17 23:36
These lovely native birds seem to always look angry :)Join us at My Corner of the World each Wednesday! Read More
2021-10-14 11:00
Kawakawa has a train that runs down the middle of the main street.NZ's oldest existing church in Russell.This looks like somebody cut up a house.Join us at My Corner of the World each Wednes… Read More
2021-10-08 22:22
Weekend in Black and WhiteJoin us at My Corner of the World each Wednesday! Read More
2021-10-03 03:43
Weekend in Black and WhiteWild Bird WednesdayJoin us at My Corner of the World each Wednesday! Read More
2021-09-30 23:35
Sky ViewsClose to the GroundJoin us at My Corner of the World each Wednesday! Read More
2021-09-24 02:57
In case you can't tell, I can watch waves for hours 😄These photos are from Opunake Beach.These are from the Opunake Lookout.These are from Waikawau-the beach through the tunnel.Join… Read More
2021-09-19 01:30
On Saturday, we went back to a favorite beach. It's a long ride to get there, but worth it!Click here for a link about how the tunnel was made.Join us at My Corner of the World each Wednesda… Read More
2021-09-10 09:59
World War II amphibious vehicles called 'Ducks' that go from road to water are a great way to tour of Rotorua.Click here for more info.Join us at My Corner of the World each Wedne… Read More
2021-09-05 04:47
A few shots from the garden today, as it was wonderfully warm and springy.freesiaclematis montanamagnoliaLots of daffodilsazaleasI included this photo of baby poppies that have been growing… Read More
2021-08-27 03:35
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2021-08-15 10:09
The magnolia tree outside my kitchen window is showing off!Join us at My Corner of the World each Wednesday! Read More
2021-08-13 04:30
It's still winter here in New Zealand, but the water is always inviting. Join us at My Corner of the World each Wednesday! Read More
2021-08-09 07:42
These are some photos from my archives that were taken on Mt Taranakias we walked up to Wilkies Pools. I am always intrigued by nature.Join us at My Corner of the World each Wednesday! Read More
2021-07-26 02:03
I spied this bit of color in the sky and, of course, had to try to capture it.This one has an appropriate amount of editing (in my opinion) because I always prefer 'natural' looking ima… Read More
2021-07-18 23:13
Weekend in Black and WhiteJoin us at My Corner of the World each Wednesday! Read More
2021-07-16 08:24
These are known as the Taranaki Boulders, concretions like the more famous ones at Moeraki Beach in the South Island.Join us at My Corner of the World each Wednesday! Read More
2021-07-11 01:39
I was so excited to see this pair in the garden today!The female is on the left with the pink lower beak and themale is on the right with the totally black beak.Nature NotesAll SeasonsJoin u… Read More
2021-07-02 09:52
I took this on the way home last week. Sky ViewsSky WatchJoin us at My Corner of the World each Wednesday! Read More
2021-06-25 06:52
In the middle of the photo below is what's left of a ponga (punga, silver fern) tree that once was the only tree in the front garden. I have lots of photos of the tops and furled f… Read More
2021-06-18 23:23
The Weekend in Black and WhiteJoin us at My Corner of the World each Wednesday! Read More
2021-06-17 01:50
There are lots of things to do and see at Virginia Lake. We usually visit the lake and feed the ducks, swans, coots and geese. And we visit the Winter Garden which is an art deco b… Read More
2021-05-31 22:33
A few shots from our trip to Wellington. Taken by Hubby and me.The sun shining on the sail makes it stand out.Taken from the lighthouse.The ferry to Picton meets the HMNZS Aotearoa, NZ's new… Read More
2021-05-28 22:10
I finally got to see and photograph an eclipse of the blood moon Wednesday night! I setan alarm for every 15 minutes and am quite chuffed with the results.This is my favorite shot of the nig… Read More
2021-05-27 00:14
The suspense is over! I finally got the photos organized. Hubby took 99% of these photos (thanks, Hubby!).Simply called 'The Lighthouse' and is in Island Bay in Wellington,it's a 'bach'… Read More
2021-05-25 01:50
I am not sure what is happening but my flowers seem to be seasonally challenged!Winter is on its way and the flowers don't seem to care :)These 'stars' caught my eye. Even after blooming flo… Read More
2021-05-21 03:17
St John's Anglican Church, Whangamomona, built in1924.https://www.stratford.govt.nz/council/documents-publications/heritage-inventoryJoin us at My Corner of the World each Wednesday! Read More
2021-05-15 02:03
Weekend in Black and WhiteJoin us at My Corner of the World each Wednesday! Read More
2021-05-14 00:22
yellow-eyed penguinsroaring meggates at Dunedin Botanical GardenspoonbillSt Andrews Catholic church in St Andrews, CanterburySouthern Alpsflying over the South IslandJoin us at My Corner of… Read More
2021-05-10 10:52
OK, I looked it up and technically, it's a 'colony' of gulls but I think 'swarm'fits our latest visit to New Plymouth!Since it's the only town in Taranaki that has Burger King, we make a poi… Read More
2021-05-01 01:18
Nature Friday - DNDJoin us at My Corner of the World each Wednesday! Read More
2021-04-22 02:30
Wild Bird WednesdayNature Thursday DNDJoin us at My Corner of the World each Wednesday! Read More
2021-04-15 23:41
Now a private residence due to earthquake regulations.Taken a few years ago.oldest church in Wellington &nbs&hell…Read More
2021-04-10 06:26
A few more pictures from our wandering.Join us at My Corner of the World each Wednesday! Read More
2021-04-08 02:30
We went looking for a wee church in Ngamatapouri along the Waitotara Valley Road,the longest no-exit road in New Zealand. We never found the church, apparently turning around before we… Read More
2021-04-04 12:49
Otterboy was being silly with the Tui Brewery is in the background.!Plunket Society for children under five.The top of Paritutu Rock. … Read More
2021-03-29 00:14
We seem to live in an interesting micro-climate where thingsjust bloom whenever they want!!These are my latest photos from the garden.Garden AffairSky ViewsJoin us at My Corner of the World… Read More
2021-03-27 05:05
Here are some more photos I took at Wingspan National Bird of Prey Center.The falcons do not become attached emotionally. They know that this place is a source of food,so they are… Read More
2021-03-23 23:50
As you may know, we moved into a house with a huge garden that hadn't been tended for a while.Well, I didn't get around to planting these bulbs that were sitting along the dr… Read More
2021-03-22 04:55
A lovely heart in the sand.Nature NotesAnything GoesJoin us at My Corner of the World each Wednesday! Read More
2021-03-20 06:26
Somebody had a great sense of humor and made giant bird prints in the sand.This is a mama and baby tern. Dad and Mom took turns feeding him but he still made noise!I take a lot of photo… Read More
2021-03-18 00:45
Birds at Pouakai ZooPhoto SouvenirAnything Goes Join us… Read More
2021-03-13 01:07
Weekend in Black and WhiteJoin us at My Corner of the World each Wednesday! Read More
2021-02-28 20:55
yell0w-eyed penguinsA beach made of shells.R Tucker Thompson Join us at My Corner of the World each Wednesday! Read More
2021-02-26 00:54
It has been quite dry lately, but there are still plenty of beauty left.huge rose hips Join us at My Corner of the World each Wednesday! Read More
2021-02-20 11:00
Yes, those are American flags on the side of a New Zealand road!It's time for the yearly round of American muscle cars gathering together and touring Taranaki!This year it's the 24-27 o… Read More
2021-02-19 09:42
As many of you know, we moved into a rental home that was a family homestead for many years. The lady of the house loved her flowers, but the garden has been unattended for a coupl… Read More
2021-02-07 23:03
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2021-02-05 06:32
In case you didn't notice, I love being at the seaside!That's foam floating around, not snow! &nb&hell…Read More
2021-02-01 05:21
found this at a house construction site......a few weeks later....Back of a Tanker truckGarden of Tutunui, PateaMonday Murals … Read More
2021-01-27 23:25
Lovin' Life Join us at My Corner of the World each Wednesday! Read More
2021-01-16 21:48
Weekend in Black and White Join us at My Corner of th… Read More
2021-01-10 04:26
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