Yesterday was different as we had a fierce storm most of the day. There were big waves in the sheltered bay and I expected the pier at the end of our road to be washed away (again). As it was, a fishing boat broke its moorings and was beached just down the road from us.*
The local birdlife like the calm weather as well. See the kingfisher in one of our 'palm' trees below. below.
I'm just off out for a kayak.
Be nice to each other.
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UPDATE
I've just got back from a kayak around the bay.
The fishing boat was floated off at high tide during the night and is now on a new mooring.
I talked to the owners who were on board checking for damage and they told me that the storm and swirling waves ripped out the other mooring. They blame the council for poor anchoring technique.
It was nice tootling about in calm water.
Robert would have enjoyed it. His mate Jesus could have walked out on the water with a cup of tea - hey, the whole family of three plus Mary could have walked out with a picnic for him.
ANOTHER UPDATE
I've just been listening to the wonderful Al Brown talking on National Radio with Jim Mora. Al recounted how he loves New Zealand and said that New Zealanders should all feel like the've just won Lotto.
I know what he means. Regardless of financial situation or status there is still the opportunity for people living in this country to experience and enjoy the lakes, rivers, seaside and countryside. You don't have to own it - just live it.
* Strangely enough no chairs were blown over on the deck.
2 comments:
Good news about the chairs.
Yes, lucky.
So you've woken up.
I hope that you're not as grouchy as you were yesterday.
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