The sparrows plus

 I nearly cried with frustration when I saw that some of the pics of my last post didn't make it so here they are . My delightful interlude with the sparrows at the cafe in Mt Eden. This wee chap thought my sandwich looked good enough to share

 Then the others thought they'd join in. They were so brave and cheeky

 Even hopping onto my lap when irt came to the sweet bun

 It was as delicious as it looks with cream drizzled with blueberries and of course my favourite cider.

 After doing so many walks in Mt Eden I was enthused to get going again with my walking at home.
My most regular walk would be around the block as I call it. It takes about 40/45mins at a brisk pace so is quite good for my health in all respects, and I love the roadside viewing. These are the lovely rambling roses that festoon country fence lines this time of year and I love them. Most however are seen as we zoom past in the car too fast or focused on the destination to take photos.

 This little cottage is just down the main road from us and in need of some tlc. It is rented so will remain as is I guess.

 It also has one of those lovely rundown, almost falling down garages. They make good photographic studies which I would like to put on my to do list when I get a proper camera. Hey Santa!!

 Introducing Charlie Horse, an icon of our town who is often found in comical situations in the news, always raising a laugh. Here he is standing very sedately in the corner of the horse paddock doing his best to look real

 No. Here is the real thing and I don't think she is very empressed with Charlie Horse and maybe a little afraid that he might get stuck into her food which is due to arrive anytime.

 A few doors down there is my friend Janets home. Yes she has a lovely villa, and yes I am a bit jealous. She and Larry have worked hard doing it up and every Christmas they decorate inside and out lavishly with lights and decorations. You may be able to see some of them in this pic. I will take you on a proper visit one day.

 Around the corner we cross over the railway line that carries the vintage steam trains from the nearby Glenbrook steam railway. It goes right into our little town and is quite an attraction.

 Here is Dianna, my favourite of the fleet, at a busy day back in March I think. We also went on a days excursion not long ago. It was great fun.

 Another lovely cottage that is lovingly cared for. Fancy a cuppa on the veranda?

 Now back along a pastoral road and there was a bank covered in these. As a child we called it shivery grass as when you shook it it rattled. I haven't seen it for years and it was a thrill to see it here.

 I love this time of year along the roadside with the margurite daisies and the blue is agapanthas which has become a noxious weed in NZ, but the blue is a lovely mix with the daisies and they continue to thrive everywhere.

 A pastoral scene at the top of the hill.

 A very Kiwiana roadside scene as I walk down our road on the home stretch.

 A lovely big spread of daisies to sustain me for the steep hill ahead.

Then its home again, a good stretch and a welcome sit down on my swing with a cool drink. Hope you enjoyed the walk with me. 

Its all go now leading up to Christmas. I have my UK mail away but the local will be tomorrows job. Christmas gifts for our family are to be second hand or home made. We've done this for a number of years now and its fun and keeps the gift giving spirit with little outlay. 

I will try to get back before Christmas but if I don't I hope you all have a very happy time with friends and family,

Thankyou for dropping by, blessings, Trills