What a wedding!

It all started  with a prefect drive there

The setting is unbelievably beautiful and there is always time to play

The wedding outfits were “a bit special” ;o)

Here is groom “James The Cowboy” with the two angels

The lovely T-Ann given away by her granddad (aka 79 year old Legend!)

Well, huge Congratulations Mr. and Mrs. Manora! And a big thank you for a wonderfully unforgettable wedding! 

Much love 

S

xxx

Never say never

Fishing. Fishing. Fiiiiishing. (big yawn)… Can I think of anything more boring? Darts maybe. A complete waste of time... To tell you the truth, I can think of at least million other useful things I could be doing during the 3 hours while I am waiting for a stupid fish.    

Also, how dull must you be to like fishing? Sitting in a boat with a rod.  Come on…. Let’s do something fun instead!!!

(I guess most women would agree with my thoughts and I presume most men wouldn’t ;o)

Anyway, those were my thoughts on fishing till I’ve tried it in New Zealand. A couple of facts:

1.  There is nothing more relaxing than sitting in a boat, enjoying the surroundings and each other’s company (meditation at home doesn’t come close)
2. There is nothing more exciting than catching a fish!

Here is the event that changed my mind:  We hired kayaks with a local guide in a beautiful little village called Paihia.

After 20 min of rowing, passing most wonderful wildlife (from giant jellyfish to oyster catchers), we anchored and sat in a boat, enjoying each other’s company.

Soon Mama catches the first fish! Ohhhhhhh, EXCITING! 

Had to kiss it ;o)  

Not long after, Daddy catches the fish. (same size as mama, so nothing to boost about ;o)

But, wait…. Lana wasn’t even holding the rod, when we realised something is hooked…. The little lady caught a beautiful 2pound snapper – and we are all so excited we forgot to take a photo. So here is one from the beach.

It was delicious – with some garlic and a juicy lemon ;o)

Lesson learnt: If you think you don’t like something, come to New Zealand and try it out. You’ll love it.  Whatever you do: “Never say Never”.

Much love from Paihia, North Island.

Sasha

xxx

Another Day of a travelling Family...

It’s absolutely amazing how wonderful an ordinary day of a travelling family feels like….

So beautiful. So relaxed (well,...most of the time ;o).  So Tasty.  And just a little bit precious.  

Waking up in a tent; there is nothing like waking up to a magical view.  Beautiful. (even though the kids have taken over the tent last night and we ended up sleeping on top of each other ;o)

Enjoying a cuppa in the morning; we take about 2 hours for this simple ritual. Relaxed.  

We start a day by enjoying our recently bought “Scooby Car”; it just feels so good when you’ve made a purchase you really really need….Ohhhhhhhh, my preciooouuusssss......    

There is so much to see and do everywhere you drive.

Yesterday we decided to do some mouth watering Honey tasting… Yum Yum. Tasty. It looked as if we haven’t eaten all week, as Kiara ate half of the Honey bucket.  

New Zealand is fantastic for little walks. The air is so light and pure you can’t get enough of it.  And the vivid, almost fluorescent green colour we are constantly surrounded by feels unbelievably soothing .  Simply beautiful.

What is tomorrow going to bring? I don’t really care.  I know it will be beautiful. 

Much love from Bay of Islands, North Island, NZ

S

xxx

Moments.

So we've finally arrived to Auckland.  Hooray!

Staying with curly James, his lovely wifey-to-be T-Ann and their friends. The house is full, to say the least ;o)

Now....., I reckon Auckland is as "New Zealand-ish" as London is "British", but it's an awesome place to start the trip.

The city so CHILLED out;  those special moments where you would like the time to stay still come in abundance.

Being caught in a warm summer rain. Moment. 

Planning the route - over mouthwatering cappuccino. Moment.

Sitting on an ancient tree with the girls. Moment.

Children taking interest in places you are visiting. Moment. 

Running around care free. Moment. 

Moments to be savoured. Never forgotten. 

Much love from Auckland

S

xxx

Happy Packing

Excitement is in the air. Big Time. True. But no so much about packing.

Seriously, it's Saturday afternoon, we are leaving to New Zealand on Monday and are we ready? Well, we got the passports and tickets. Hooray!

What about packing? I haven't really had a chance to think about it... but I am determined to make this bit enjoyable too....

What does one pack for a month anyway? Everything?

I'll chill out and think about it. Put the kettle on!

Awww, what a weekend!  

Undertaking ridiculous challenges ... 


Yes and why not? Isn't that exactly what keeps us alive?

The world needs more wonderful crazy ladies

Me, Helen and over 100 other women and children were hoola hooping while walking for the whole 1 mile last weekend! All in the name of Sport Relief.

These ladies really rock! I’m telling you.  And a lot of them don’t even know it.  Most don’t know how very wonderful they really are!  Not because they have blond or brown hair, not because their waist measures perfect 24 inches, but because of their attitude!

They pick up their hoola hoops, for a good cause and they get on with it.  For fun.  For doing something crazy and off the wall.  For the smiles.  For wellbeing and good fitness.  And most importantly, for all those who are afraid to come out of their shells, fearing they might look silly or even stupid. 

This is the only way to live.  This is the inspiration.  These are the hoola ladies. 

For picking up the hoop and having a go, shows you are ready to embark on new challenges.  Progress. Make your self feel good and show to others anything can be done. 

Smile. Life is out there. Life is in You!

xxx