Not reflections such as we saw in Lake Matheson a long time ago, but a few random thoughts about NZ. Not surprisingly, we hung around the house for most of the day, lapping up the views and the home comforts, and I think for the first time since we left home didn’t take a single photo.
1. Wifi
Nowhere near enough of it.
2. Policemen
Far too many of them.
3. Sun
Sounds a bit daft to say it, but it’s very hot. Apart from gloating that we have seen so much of it, it is noticeably hotter than the UK. So if the temperature is 23 (which it has been a lot), it is very pleasant when it’s cloudy. But when the sun comes out, it is noticeably warmer. Hope that makes sense. Perhaps we’re nearer the sun or the lack of ozone or something like that.
4. Curtains
All houses have been fantastic. But without exception, the curtains have been thin which means sunlight streams in before 6.00. Just re-reading, not getting much of the sympathy vote so far!!!
5. Cracks in a Windscreen
Plain nail polish works a treat. (Well, I did say they were random.)
6. NZ TV
Rubbish (apart from Australian MasterChef which is on 5 times a week). News is invariably about road accidents, risks of bush fires and barbecues.
7. NZ TV Adverts
A lot of them, and all about sales at Harvey Norman or buying NZ Avocados.
8. NZ Radio
Like UK local radio from about 30 years ago (including the adverts – get some free gel with your haircut at the local hairdresser).
But we love it here, and will be incredibly sorry to leave.
And here are a few random photos to finish off today.
Guess who?
Frozen Yoghurt.
