Happy New Year!

Ok, it's a bit late, but better late than never. We're really enjoying the holidays and the weather has been great.

Today we're going to Glenbrook for a few days of camping and maybe even a bit of fishing. Last week we went up to Parakai to visit Maree's parents and went for our first swim of the year in Lake Ototoa. Rachel loved it!

On the 26th my friend Rob, from Alberta Canada is coming for 8 days. It's going to be a great time!

Christmas Tree & Pine Cones

Yesterday we went to Onehunga and bought a Christmas tree. We set it up easily enough but it took several hours to find the lights! This morning Maree and Rachel painted some pine cones that will later go on the tree.

I'm still not used to a southern hemisphere Christmas (warm weather) but having a real tree with the pine smell makes it easier to bear.

Videos

It's been a while since I've posted anything. Lots happening. I've been trying to sell our canoe on Trademe without success. We're hoping to sell it before the holidays and buy a kayak. We'll be able to use a kayak in the sea and lakes whereas our canoe can only be used in lakes and rivers.

I've uploaded a new video. Click below to see it (make sure you have the latest Adobe flash player installed)