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Lifting its skirts…

Posted on August 29, 2019 by Purupuss

29 August 2019 One problem with writing up a daily blog. The time it takes to do it. I don’t even know if I’ll get the chance tomorrow. The 100th anniversary of Taranaki Museum/Puke Ariki finishes at 11.00pm. And I’m … Continue reading →

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All photos. Few words.

Posted on August 28, 2019 by Purupuss

28 August 2019 Once again, a neighbouring unit kept me awake for an hour or so. D.C. got up at 3.00am to pop next door and when she came back, I became aware of the drone of an extractor fan. … Continue reading →

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Unexpected discoveries

Posted on August 27, 2019 by Purupuss

27 August 2019 Oh… Luxury. Who needs the Ritz when you’ve got an electric blanket. I got woken up during the night, either by the unit above us or next to us, who was obviously making an early (5.00am?) runner. … Continue reading →

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Found us!

Posted on August 26, 2019 by Purupuss

26 August 2019 Last night, as a treat, I thought I’d put on the motel’s electric blanket. So I switched it on to three, did other things whilst it warmed the bed, and then switched it off before getting between … Continue reading →

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Puddle Jumping

Posted on August 25, 2019 by Purupuss

25 August 2019   We got up at 7.30, got washed and dressed and went down to the “restaurant” for breakfast. Now, one of the reasons why we always like staying at the EconoLodge is the quality of the breakfasts. … Continue reading →

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First night food

Posted on August 24, 2019 by Purupuss

In case you don’t know what macaroni cheese and green and orange drinks look like.

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To the big smoke

Posted on August 24, 2019 by Purupuss

24 August 2019 Today started off with pretty much a normal Saturday morning. I did make sure that I had a shower as Auckland’s running low on water and I didn’t want to waste any having a shower on Sunday. … Continue reading →

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Mountain hunting

Posted on August 23, 2019 by Purupuss

We’re off to Taranaki (well at least New Plymouth) again. Will we see the mythical mountain this time? I tried to find a photo from last time to use as the blog header – and that was an epic fail. … Continue reading →

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Birthday surprise

Posted on April 7, 2018 by Purupuss

For my birthday, D.C. gave me (us) the chance to take part in a Sunset and Night Phototour. http://www.aucklanddaytours.co.nz/auckland-night-time-photo-tour.php. This necessitated an unexpected trip to Auckland, with the unusual luggage addition of a tripod, but it was worth it. (I … Continue reading →

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My new toy

Posted on December 7, 2017 by Purupuss

Paid for today. Name to be decided.

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