Day Three

We stayed in Bleheim this morning and went to see some Sperm Whales.

But we saw some dolphins aswell. They were really playful. Following the boat and jumping around.

That white "mist" is the whale coming up for air. He stayed up in the sun for a while. We saw this whale twice.

I thought I would be seasick on this adventure. I don't really like boats, but I wasn't sick!


Just as the sun was rising before we went to see the whales.

After a sort of lunch we got the coach to Christchurch. And after being sent the wrong way we found the catherdral.

Later that night we went back to the Catherdral square for a free New Years Party.

Not really sure what that big silver sculpture on the left is. A huge stage and large screen.

Sitting around from 9pm to 12midnight singing along with the bands and soaking up the atmosphere.

At midnight there were fireworks from the top of a lawyers building. I took a few videos with my new camera which I will put up on flickr.

Earlier in the day. Going back to the hotel for a rest and dinner before the free new years concert thing.

Day Two

Today we left Blenheim for Kaikoura.

At Kaikoura Rail Station.

We went on a tour of the place. This is at the look out point. We went to see some seals and there was only one there. Went to South Bay and a Lavender Farm.

It was about 27 deg c this day.

At the Lavender Farm.

Momma was in heaven!

There was something interesting about this type of tree. The branches..... I'll let mom explain later.

Lavender farm. (that sold Lavender icecream which Mom and Peter had).

The beach across the road from our hotel (about 30 seconds away).

From the look out point.

At the rail station.

Day One

Travelled from Wellington to Picton by the InterIslander. Then got the coach to Blenheim.

Had to queue for a while and leave our bags before getting on the boat. We went up to deck 10 before going down and trying to find some seats.

Very windy on the boat. It took about 4 hours to get across Cook's Strait!

When we arrived at Picton we jumped on the coach to Blenheim.

At Blenheim Rail Station. The coach was late arriving, so we walked the 10 minutes to the hotel. It was very hot this day!

In the city centre at Blenheim we saw this glittery Christmas tree.

And a paddle river boat. A nice little river and walk way went through the city.

We found this lovely little place for dinner.

This is the boats route out of Wellington Harbour.

Peter at some gardens between the hotel and the city center.

At a nice place for lunch.

After five seconds on the skates. Stepdad resting in the cool breeze in the background.

The skates in action. I have to keep reminding myself to bend my knees and lean forward.

I did notice a few people looking at me. And I think one person took a photo. At least I didn't fall over. Haven't fallen over in these yet.

Having a quick rest.

On the way back. Rolling along.

More pictures to come.

MERRY
CHRISTMAS

Today we're off to shop a new marketplace! I have opened up shop on Lollishops this month and want to bring people to the world of girly girly goodness! There is so much to find and see here, that I thought I would bring you a peek at what is behind that pretty, pink, Lacy curtain!

From Left to Right in the gift-guide: Row 1-> Pink Whipped Cream Ring by MichellesCharmWorld
Pink Patchwork Pillow by BStudio
Cupcakes Magnet Set by HeatherKnitz
Cupcake Card Set by ExpressionsbyDevin

Row 2->
Embroidered Lavender Sachet by BailiwickDesigns
Vintage Whimsy from FadedButDesiredTreasures

Row 3->
Knit Baby Booties by MonarchDancer
Flowers 5 Card Set by Pnkgeeni

Row 4->
Faux Petit Fours by RenegadeRose
Gift Card Sleeve by ArtbyNaomi
Roses Roses Fairy House by CarolineAlexander
Victorian Boot Sachet by NanasNest

More Lollishops Goodies!

From L -> R

Row 1:

Sequin and Flowers Cards set of 4 by PinkPatriceBoutique

Button Votive Holder by PinkyLouLou

Girl with Bird Notecard by HappyDayStudio

Seaside Picnic Print by AliceInParis

*The two above banners and text were made by the wonderful Michelle*

Playing Monopoly The World Edition on a rainy Saturday afternoon.

Shopping Sunday in town

Reading another book

Self Portrait

Putting up some handmade Xmas decorations.

Merry Christmas

to

Everyone Around the World

We are going on holiday

to the South Island

from 29th

to 5th Jan

so there probably won't

be any new

posts until

2009.