Perfect NZ

It's not just about the skiing, of course there's the fabulous slopes of Cardrona but this special, annual holiday of ours is about much, much more.

Rosa's second year on skis

The boys in blue

On top of the world

Soaking up the sun

Hide and seek

The famous Arrowtown lolly shop

Doing the tourist thing, the Luge is always a hit

Lots of exploring

The view

Making potions with what was on hand. Mostly sugar and dirt...yum!

Feeding the local horses, meet Cookie! definitely a daily favourite.

All the families together in front of the hotel. We try for this shot every year......it will never be perfect but we love it just the way it is.

Always outdoor creating and climbing

Forming new friendships

Beautiful Lake Wanaka.

Always trying for that perfect family shot. Maybe next year!

Baking, Sewing and Beaching

Love Day baking with my girl.

Sewing from the stash for some precious new bubs.

My first machine sewn binding. 

Playing with colours for a table cloth wrap skirt.

Ah the beach...we love you.

As long a the week ahead holds promise of all three then I'm happy.

I hope there is a bit of this going on at your place too.

The Lesson

After a long line of wet days this summer the sun finally showed it's face. Paul had been promising the little man that he would teach him to surf all summer. He is small for a 6 year old and is made of nothing but muscle and determination, his low centre of gravity certainly came in handy for him getting up on the first go. (sadly I missed that photo) 


We went to Freshwater, Harbord (along with every other Sydney sider). I can see where this family friendly beach gets it's name from, the water is sparking clear and the waves are gentle and just the right size. When I saw him stand for the first time my heart skipped a beat, he looked for mummy with the camera eager to see the thumbs up. 

 Surfing is something really close to Paul's heart and I just knew when we had boys that he wouldn't be able to wait to teach them the sport that he himself loved as a kid.  Of course it's not just for the boys, I know Rosa will be itching to learn next year as well. Paul is an excellent teacher and it was the best first lesson ever, they both came out of the water pumped and proud.

I am so proud of this little man of ours and I can't wait to get back there this week end to give it another crack.


I hope your week end was as sunny and happy as ours.


PS. Have you entered my first giveaway here yet?

Snippets of a Long Weekend

The past long week end was so nice. My sister, Rosa and I took a trip to Wagga to visit our family. We left boys and the rain behind us.

Casserole night, toasted marshmallows and open fire in my brother's back yard was bliss.

Spending just a little bit of time with this precious poppet was special.

The sunny, lazy picnic in the park was priceless.

Receiving a much loved crochet cowl from my mum was appreciated.

Hope you are having a happy week.