Winter cheers for home comforts

Winter cheers for home comforts

Like Wednesday’s, the winter solstice is that hump day that makes the winter bearable.  It’s the metaphorical permission you need to embrace winter because you know that summer is on its way once again.  As if to celebrate midwinter, nature threw New...
Settling in for Winter

Settling in for Winter

In my experience planning home projects in New Zealand requires the patience of a saint and the foresight of a fashion designer.  You need to be looking ahead to the next season far in advance.  So whilst the sun was high in the sky I was plotting all those...
Life is Rich – A Retrospective

Life is Rich – A Retrospective

Although I’m no fashionista it’s been a tough week dressing for weather.  With four seasons on show this week I’ve been underdressed on some days and overdressed on others.  From opening the curtains to a snowstorm to basking in summery...