Autumn...

I really like March in New Zealand. It's actually my favourite month of the year.

The mornings are chilly. But the daytime weather is so much more settled, and warm, and sunny (usually). It's not too hot to do things, but it's still warm enough to be lazy and relaxed. We still get to sit outside and have ice creams sometimes!


 And hang out at the beach...

On the downside, the garden is starting to look a bit sorry for itself now. Luckily we don't lose leaves from many trees in NZ so it's all still very green. But the flowering season is well and truly over, and my veggies and strawberries are almost finished. However, we are getting some rather large pears off the tree!

Another downside - the camping season is pretty much over and we didn't get to camp at all this year! :( One night recently, Jake and Alfie put the tent up in our backyard and they were planning to sleep the night in it, but Alfie got a bit scared and by 9pm they were back in the house again. (I think Jake was secretly pleased). Anyway, never mind - we already have grand plans for next summer!

Meanwhile, the weather at this time of year is just perfect for hiking. Not too hot, not too cold. Molly still loves coming up the mountain with me, and I love having her as my hiking buddy.