we are sailing

lake rotoroa

Lake Rotoroa is in the middle of Hamilton. Some people call it a puddle. The 4 1/2 kilometre walk around it makes for a good walk. Every time you notice something different.

 If you go early enough there is often a hot air balloon to be seen.

 The water lilies open when the sun is out.

Even the birds look miserable when you get caught in the rain.

taupo-nui-a-tia

Have just returned from a week away at the Taupo Quilt Symposium at Taupo-nui-a-tia (Taupo College). Enjoyed the company of Paula, Rose and Pravina - six days to not talk about work, be with different people, talk quilting, laugh and relax. Thanks guys for the refreshing break.
Taupo is beautiful.  We found great coffee at Zest cafe, had great meals out at the Vine Eatery and Thai Delight and enjoyed the hospitality of the quilting community. I feel rested and inspired.

View from the deck

Mountains and sky

 Lake and fog

Huka Falls

Room with a view

This is the view from my hotel room - San Lorenzo church. Today all my plans came to fruition - I found a supermarket - no easy task in Florence - and bought some milk. Made a cuppa using travel jug bought off trade me and mug bought at Accademia gallery. Bliss