After almost a week of foggy, crisp mornings and brilliant sunny days we know in Melbourne that winter has arrived. Aeroplane flights were delayed several mornings this week but we are extremely lucky to be living in an area where such great weather is normal in winter.
The wood stove (with triple burn technology) has been used to great effect this week and there is nothing like sitting in front of a warm fire and reading a good book.
This weekend I'm starting "A Short History of Tractors in Ukrainian" by Marina Lewycka as part of the book club I belong to. Its only a short book so I'll expect to complete it by the end of the long weekend.
What are you doing these wintry nights?
While watching ABC TV last week I was intrigued by the story on power generation in Woking, UK. It just shows you that one person can make a difference. The change from one polluting technology (greenhouse gases) to a far less polluting technology is possible when someone is committed and passionate about the problem. For those interested here is the website http://www.abc.net.au/catalyst/stories/2244790.htm.
And it seemed to use previously known technology and cost less.
Friday, June 6, 2008
Saturday, March 29, 2008
Easter Holiday in New Zealand
March is a lovely time to visit New Zealand. We spent a week between Napier and Rotorua having plenty of fun in wineries and thermal areas. One was a delight to the senses, the other an amazing assault on the nose but awesome and fun all the same.
Napier is world famous for its art deco buildings as well as the many fine wineries surrounding the town. We had a delightful lunch at the oldest winery, the Mission Winery in its fine chapel eating area.
A walk on the Marine Parade to view the gardens and wild stony beach is also a favourite.
Rotorua, with its smell and thermal wonders is a must see for all tourists. Although the geyser needed some soap to start it going, it was spectacular. And the thermal pools and craters were both smelly and steamy.
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