Last April two of my international friends came to stay with me for a few days. It was wonderful having them stay and explore my own country like a tourist! They really wanted to go to the Keukenhof. It’s one of those very touristy places that I’ve only been to one time in my lifeContinueContinue reading “Tourist in my own country: a visit to the Keukenhof”
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Like watercolours in the sky
An insanely beautiful sunset from the comforts of my own balcony. Nature is putting up a show with this stunning view that looks like watercolours in the sky!
The value of doing nothing
“Don’t underestimate the value of doing nothing” – Winnie the Pooh – I’m reflecting on a busy week at work. I love my job and I secretly love being busy at times too. I’ve been accomplishing things, been productive and gotten in a flow. And it feels rewarding. People are always on the go, always availableContinueContinue reading “The value of doing nothing”
Fences
A Swedish ‘picket’ fence and an open gate…because why fence yourself in 🙂
Water
Love these waterfalls at the top of the Trollstigen in Norway.
Patch
A patch of sunshine as the evening is falling.
Trolls and strawberries
Day one of our road trip continued to a very narrow and steep road called Trollstigen (troll’s stairs). My friend was excited to show me the view from the top, but was dreading driving the Trollstigen, in case a bus came down and she’d have to back up. Luckily, that didn’t happen. We were thereContinueContinue reading “Trolls and strawberries”
Shimmer
This is one of my favourite photos of my latest travel to New Zealand, taken on the Interislander Ferry to the South Island. I love the predominantly blue colour palet and the almost silver shimmers from the sun on the water. As if I needed any more convincing that the Marlborough Sounds are stunning!
Alive and Trekking 