Four more sleeps till we leave for New Zealand to spend the Christmas and New Year period with our girls, other family members and friends. We have been watching the weather forecasts and it seems that summer has not yet begun in the Land of the Long White Cloud. Does this bother us? No! We have had a whole year of hot, humid weather and a few cool, grey days will be welcome. We keep talking about the things we’re going to do – hug the children, walk along a sandy beach, ride some waves (wearing a wetsuit of course), barbecue some lamb, drink cold dry sauvignon blanc, revel in the long light evenings, hug the children. Can’t wait!
Ngahinapouri, New Zealand 
A wonderful Christmas to you all Jane. Thank you for all your amazing insights. I have looked forward to them each week.
Lots and lots of love, Lyn
Thanks so much, Lyn. All the best for a wonderful Christmas to you and yours xx
Hi Jane and Jim, Happy New Year! Hope you are enjoying your time in NZ. How long wll you stay for?
Cheers, Karen
Thanks Karen. Happy New Year to you too! I’ll be here till 24 January. Are you going to be around? If so, perhaps we can catch up.