2019-09-09 00:22
These cuties were happy to have their photos taken over the weekend!Mosaic MondayCamera Critters Join us at My Corner of the World! Read More
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2019-08-26 23:56
CountryscapesPhoto Souvenir Join us at My Corner of the World Read More
2019-08-25 11:12
I saw a flitter through the window and realized it was a cute little waxeye bird!They are really fast and don't stay put at all, so it took a lot of clicks to get afew that look decent… Read More
2019-08-22 22:25
It's winter with lots of rain so we enjoyed some awesome waterfalls on our backroads drive.There were lots of little sheepies to see. Some had escaped the paddock.We giggled when w… Read More
2019-08-20 12:00
I'm always amazed at the great things I find growing along the beach. ---------------------------Welcome to my weekly photo link-up, My Corner of the World!The link-up opens at mid… Read More
2019-08-16 23:47
Most photos that you find of Taranaki include Mt Taranaki/Mt Egmont.But I think the Pouakai Ranges that are connected to it to the north are just as beautiful.Skywatch FridayFriday Photo Jou… Read More
2019-08-15 08:04
Even though the weather is rainy and chilly, I've noticed lovely pops ofcolor in the garden! I am convinced that flowers are better predictors of the weather than we can ever be.Garden… Read More
2019-08-11 11:10
There are so many abandoned sheds and houses and barns and churches on the NZ backroads.Sunday in my City Join us at My Corner of the World Read More
2019-08-08 22:43
Wordless WednesdayLovin' Life Join us at My Corner of the Wo… Read More
2019-08-05 12:36
It boggles my minds when we come across fossils along the ocean. But when they are on the banks of a man-made lake, Lake Rotorangi. I have no idea what to think! Join us at My Corner of… Read More
2019-08-04 00:39
After several days of wind and storm around the country, we went to the coast, hoping to find some huge waves. We didn't find waves, but we found kitesurfers.I'm not much of an 'action' shoo… Read More
2019-07-30 12:00
There are some famous rocks in the south island that attract tourists because of their shape, but this photo was taken in Taranaki at Tongaporutu.Welcome to my weekly photo link-up, My… Read More
2019-07-29 01:01
Silent Sunday Join us at My Corner of the World Read More
2019-07-26 07:58
I saw this lovely bird flitting around the trees and tried to capture him against the sunset sky. Join us at My Corner of the World Read More
2019-07-22 23:33
I just love wandering around the backroads, as I'm sure you've noticed! I get to see interesting and different things. For example, I mostly see pine trees, so autumn colors and bare tree li… Read More
2019-07-21 00:02
Lovin' LifeLittle Things Thursday Join us each week at My Corner of the World Read More
2019-07-19 00:48
There's not much more beautiful than the sky at dusk.Skywatch FridayThankful Thursday Join us at My Corner of the World Read More
2019-07-13 07:59
Hubby is quite happy to stop, back up, or turn around for me to shoot something when we are out riding around; but today was the first time he honestly looked confused when I told I wa… Read More
2019-07-07 23:03
Hubby took me for one of his awesome rides over the weekend! We followed one road pretty much from one end to the other--which sounds easy, but there were portions of the road that were… Read More
2019-07-03 22:37
People ask me why I take so many photos and I tell them that you never know when the opportunity will be gone.The photos below are examples of images that cannot be made an… Read More
2019-07-02 06:51
Here are some photos of our holiday that helped cheer me up today.I took these as we drove through the Marlborough Sounds.Our World TuesdayPhoto SouvenirLife this WeekYou can still link up a… Read More
2019-06-29 07:15
Weekend in Black and White Join us at My Corner of the Worl… Read More
2019-06-28 08:52
Skywatch FridayLittle Things ThursdayWordless Wednesday Joi… Read More
2019-06-20 01:23
I usually only see one of these beauties at a time, seldom two, but today was three out the window!Wild Bird Wednesday Join us each week at My Corner of the World Read More
2019-06-17 23:17
Life This WeekNature Notes Join us each week at My Corner of the… Read More
2019-06-15 06:27
These are growing in my garden, even though it's definitely winter.Some of them will be thrown out in the spring but, for now, they can stay.I took advantage of the rain that comes wit… Read More
2019-06-09 23:20
As you can tell, I do love my ocean views!Join us each week at 'My Corner of the World.' Read More
2019-06-08 03:17
Somewhere in the Nelson (South Island) area, we saw this years ago.A space ship....and an alien in a box!Don't forget to join us on my Wednesday link up 'My Corner of the World.' Read More
2019-06-05 23:34
I enjoy finding these gems along the roadside, although some ofthe 'finds' are planned by Hubby--thank you, sweetie!St. Andrew's in the Wareama region was built in 1903 and has been totallyr… Read More
2019-06-01 10:06
I can't count the times we have driven by this house and I have told myself thatI will stop sometime to photograph it.Well, that time finally came!Lovin' LifeLittle Things ThursdayJoin… Read More
2019-05-31 22:00
The Weekend in Black and WhiteJoin us on my Wednesday link up 'My Corner of the World.' Read More
2019-05-31 03:58
Most of these were taken at Tupare Gardens, one of the wonderful gardens in Taranaki.They are good to see on a rainy, autumn day.Thankful ThursdayPlease check out my Wednesday link up 'My Co… Read More
2019-05-28 08:25
I had a few minutes to play and colorized this photo of a sailing ship that I foundon the inside wall of a storage bay in town a while back. The original is the first image.Digital Art Tuesd… Read More
2019-05-27 01:10
if you look really closely you can see a golfer about to tee off on the Patea golf course!Sunday SnapSaturday SnapshotPlease check out my Wednesday link up 'My Corner of the World.' Read More
2019-05-25 22:17
As I was going about my business commenting on Blogger with Firefox (instead of Chrome) I came across a page that told me 'it seems you have third party cookies blocked'.So I chang… Read More
2019-05-25 00:19
I really enjoyed the plane trip that Hubby organized for me and MIL while we were in the south island. At the top of the 'runway' for takeoff, half way through the trip.The stripe… Read More
2019-05-24 00:46
I am not happy with Blogger at the moment.I am signed into all my accounts, but Blogger doesn't recognize my account for comments.Please know that I have read your posts and tried to comment… Read More
2019-05-23 09:33
Nature NotesWordless WednesdayCheck out my Wednesday link up 'My Corner of the World.' Read More
2019-05-19 03:50
Weekend in Black and WhitePlease check out my Wednesday link up 'My Corner of the World.' Read More
2019-05-16 23:56
When I opened the drapes this morning, there were spanaries (yellow hammers, actually, but I prefer my name for them) on the front lawn that let me take their photos.Then, I noticed more fan… Read More
2019-05-16 00:23
On a windy autumn day, I found these beauties in my archives. They made me smile.Garden Bloggers' Bloom DayNature NotesYou can find My Corner of the World linkups here! Read More
2019-05-14 02:03
Hubby raises a few strawberries for me each year. These were on thefront porch and I drooled watching them mature.They were delicious! The ones behind got hit by frost :(Mosaic MondayPl… Read More
2019-05-03 05:47
You have to drive by this marker to get to the beach below, and each time, I marvel at its simplicity. I would love to have seen this marker being used. Please check out my Wednes… Read More
2019-04-28 22:03
Mosaic MondayInSPIREd SundayPlease check out my Wednesday link up 'My Corner of the World.' Read More
2019-04-26 05:28
Little Things ThursdayYou can still link up at 'My Corner of the World!' Read More
2019-04-23 04:42
Our World TuesdayPlease check out my Wednesday link up 'My Corner of the World.' Read More
2019-04-15 23:43
Harbor Mouth Molars (click)Bank vaults left after the bank burned down!When I see signs like this, I am forced to realized that other cultures are different from mine.yellow-eyed penguins Read More
2019-04-13 03:39
I wanted to share this lipstick flower (Aeschynanthus) that was among seedlings that I bought just to fill in some spaces in my garden. It did the job very well, blooming for month… Read More
2019-04-08 03:17
All SeasonsPlease check out my Wednesday link up 'My Corner of the World.' Read More
2019-04-06 08:42
Public toilet in Patea.This grave was separate from the others in Te Waitere Cemetery, but the plaque was gone. We assume it might be the very first one, but I can't find anything… Read More
2019-04-05 07:32
French Pass separates D'Urville Island from the mainland coast of Pelorus Sound andhas the fastest tidal flow in New Zealand.While doing research, I found this article from 1888. Click… Read More
2019-04-01 00:00
Shipwreck of the Waitangi at Patea, taken a while back.All SeasonsSunday SnapSaturday FunPlease check out my Wednesday link up 'My Corner of the World.' Read More
2019-03-30 22:24
This bridge at Seddon carried road and rail traffic for over 100 years. Click here for more information. Everybody needs a drinking consultant!Oyster Bay, Port Underwood memorialHaveloc… Read More
2019-03-28 23:30
Sadly, the store didn't gather as much interest as their sign.For those of a certain age.Huh?Waiting in traffic, I noticed this 'US' stamp on a highway sign. Weird.It's too bad that this one… Read More
2019-03-24 10:21
Church of the Holy Passion of our Lord, Hurunui St Peter's Anglican Parish, Kaikoura Ward, NZ Okaramio Church St John Anglican, Nelson HiraWairau Valley I… Read More
2019-03-22 00:05
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2019-03-18 00:57
I think the farmer who made this tractor and hay trailer from hay bales has brought many smiles to faces along the highway into Hawera.The details add an artistic flaire!Sunday SnapAll… Read More
2019-03-15 18:00
It's getting to be autumn-y weather here in the southern hemisphere.These are the last photos of my garden. I think next spring will bringlots of great, new color.Please check out my Wednesd… Read More
2019-03-11 06:19
Silent SundayAll Seasons You can still link up 'My Corner of the World.' Read More
2019-03-10 04:35
hedgehoga line full of swallowsbee and longhorn beetleunknown moth and baby grasshopperI think this is a white admiralSaturday SnapshotPlease check out my Wednesday link up 'My Corner of the… Read More
2019-03-08 22:17
Here are a few flowers until your own start blooming!Little Things ThursdayFloral Friday PhotosFriday Floral Bliss Read More
2019-03-06 23:07
I got excited to see this lovely quail come out of the bushes and hop up on the chairin the garden! It was checking to see if it was safe for the babies to come out. I so enjoyedseeing them… Read More
2019-03-04 09:01
Our holiday adventure took us to Lockmara Lodge where they have lots of thing to do aswell as overnight stays.We only went to the Underwater Observatory where Galen-from-New-York gave usa to… Read More
2019-03-02 22:14
We found some cute, funny stuff along the road.There were many stages of logging all along the roads we travelled. Of course, living on an island means very interesting formations.I tho… Read More
2019-02-28 05:32
In the Founder's Park in Nelson is Old St. Peter's Church.St Peter’s-by-the-Strand, served the Anglicans of the Atawhai area of Nelson from 1874-1983, when it was moved to Founde… Read More
2019-02-26 07:15
I'm so happy to share my vacation holiday photos with you, but, of course, deciding whereto start is the hardest part!So, I'm starting with a tour of the Marlborough Sounds, in the South Isl… Read More
2019-02-14 00:15
I'm off for an unplugged adventure this weekend and will be gone for a week.I can't wait to see what kind of lovelies I find to share!If I haven't visited your My Corner of the World link, I… Read More
2019-02-13 20:00
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2019-02-12 11:00
You may have to 'verify' your email, but that will only happen once.If you have trouble linking up, you can email me at tenfootheart (@) gmail.com I will link for you.Inlinkz Link Party Read More
2019-02-10 22:29
All SeasonsSaturday CrittersPlease check out my Wednesday link up 'My Corner of the World.' Read More
2019-02-09 06:19
Out for a ride one Saturday, we saw a train come alongside the road. So....we raced drove ahead to get a photo as it crossed the bridge.Hubby finds the best little churches for me to shoot… Read More
2019-02-07 04:10
Open SlatherPictorial Tuesday Read More
2019-02-03 21:28
Over the weekend, Hubby took me to a local flower farm!Mosaic MondayGarden HappinessPlease check out my Wednesday link up 'My Corner of the World.' Read More
2019-02-02 06:56
Even in the summer with low water, the river is pretty.Wordless Wednesday - Chickadee LaneFriday Photo JournalTravel Photo SouvenirPlease check out my Wednesday link up 'My Corner of the Wor… Read More
2019-01-30 20:00
'Looking for something that will last.' I will never understand 'art.'Hey guys, really sorry...for the unplanned traffic holdup the other nitePlease check out my Wednesday link up 'My Corner… Read More
2019-01-27 23:36
Mosaic MondaySilent SundayPlease check out my Wednesday link up 'My Corner of the World.' Read More
2019-01-26 00:12
I find the signage around NZ rather interesting.Lovin' LifeWordless Wednesday - Curious as a CathyPlease check out my new Wednesday link up 'My Corner of the World.' Read More
2019-01-24 00:52
There is a pair of plovers that, I assume, nest in the dairy paddocksaround our house. They are distinct in the noise they make.This one might be disapproving of my invasion of their privacy… Read More
2019-01-19 08:33
I have a copper sheen tree in the back garden next to a purple butterfly plant. Between the two, there are hundreds of bees that swarm them on any given summer day. It's a wonderfu… Read More
2019-01-13 08:45
My Sunday SnapshotSunday HappinessGarden Happiness Read More
2019-01-11 00:11
The Awakino Post office has been transformed into accommodations. I have no idea what this used to be but am open to ideas.Living in the house (white dot) in the middle of the photo wou… Read More
2019-01-07 01:53
Hubby read in the paper that the council wants to stop maintaining part of Kiwi Road.So, of course, we wanted to find out for ourselves if they were right or wrong!Getting to Kiwi Road was n… Read More
2019-01-05 22:55
Enjoy the New Zealand countryside!Friday Photo FriendsFriday Photo Journal Read More
2019-01-03 21:47
Even after 12 years, I am still fascinated by the clay colors and formations along the roadside Read More
2019-01-01 11:39
Welcome to the first link up of My Corner of the World!Thanks for stopping by. I hope you take a moment to link up with us.Feel free to share any post you'd like.It doesn't have to be a new… Read More
2019-01-01 07:00
The garden is doing quite well at this time of year. I really like the strawflowers (like the top of the first mosaic).And the multitude of pink peony poppies (bottom left of first mosa… Read More
2018-12-30 09:33
This is one of those places that I see and admire often but never get the camera out in timeto photograph. Obviously, I finally remembered!These are macrocarpa trees that line the driveway… Read More
2018-12-28 06:26
I have to admit that I didn't really notice the little things around me before Iretired to New Zealand. Now, I'm making up for it now while looking forfabulous things to photograph.Little Th… Read More
2018-12-26 09:13
I thought some of you could use a bit of color about now!Nature NotesPictorial Tuesday Read More
2018-12-26 01:01
A Wednesday tradition has come to an end. This is the very last link-upfor Wednesday around the World. (Click here for more info.) It's been fun looking into your corner of the world an… Read More
2018-12-23 01:47
Whangamomona has a population of about 40, but every two years on Republic Day, it swells to thousands! Read about it here.The clearance is just shy of seven feet! Read More
2018-12-22 05:25
Ohura is a tiny town, off the beaten track, that thrived on coal mining.This photo down the main street seems like a normal town, but, sadly, when the last mine closed in the 1970's, mo… Read More
2018-12-20 00:39
I love the backroads of New Zealand. This is a state highway,maintained by the New Zealand Transport Agency!Nature NotesPictorial Tuesday Read More
2018-12-18 23:00
I hope that you have a wonderfully Merry Christmas!!WATW will be discontinued as a blog link-up at the end of this year :( You can read about it here.But, I have enjoyed the link-up and… Read More
2018-12-17 10:53
All SeasonsSunday Snap Read More
2018-12-15 04:36
Hubby with a little rabbit that Mickey dragged in and lost in the house!Friday Photo Journal Read More
2018-12-13 03:25
I wouldn't know how to start to identify these lovely roses that line one side of our garden.They have, obviously, been around for many years--probably planted when the house wasbuilt in the… Read More
2018-12-11 23:00
The pohutukawas, aka New Zealand Christmas Trees, don't fully bloom in Taranakiby Christmas, so this is a photo from my archives.Show us your world this week! Link up below by clicking thebl… Read More
2018-12-10 03:08
Mosaic MondayAll Seasons Read More
2018-12-08 23:59
I love watching the bees crawling around on them.Little Things ThursdayFloral Friday Photos Read More
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