It's bonfire night but we're leaving the big bang theory to others

Finally, lovely spring weather ... fence is being taken out slowly so we can plant heaps of bulbs and other bits and pieces and meanwhile, the vegetable garden is prolific. Silverbeet and spinach anyone? Fortunately we like heaps of both. Still waiting for the protect oil to be applied to the exterior board and batten - maybe by Christmas - but we've learned to live with the somewhat motley appearance and when the house gets its final freshen up, no doubt it'll look really smart all over again.

South Canterbury Tours is up and ready to roll - find us on www.southcanterburytours.co.nz and see what's been keeping me so busy for the past 6 months or so. Will keep you posted ... seriously!