I'm taking a blogging break as I'm off on a coach holiday for the next couple of weeks. I write the blog on my lap top, but don't want to have to carry it around with me. But I will be able to keep up with my blog reading on my small tablet. which will be packed away in my suit case.
And talking about packing - this was never an issue when we traveled by by caravan, there was room for everything, and more. I always used to pack a pile of books, my knitting bag and stitchery bag. Several wooly jumpers, just in case, and more clothes than I ever needed. This time I have to be much more organised, and take only what I can fit into my suitcase.
What I am taking as an extra, it a set of blocks to make another traveling memory tablecloth, made with New Zealand designed fabrics, plus the marking pen. Some batiks and some prints, with a centre white square to mark the places I'll be staying at, and the attractions visited.
I'm traveling right up to the very top of the North Island, Cape Reinga, haven't been up that way for about 30 years or so! Cape Reinga is a very spiritual place, as the Maori people believe that the cape is the point where the spirits of the dead enter the underworld.
Gemma is in the cattery having her own holiday, and I'm on my way, bag packed and ready to go. This coach trips seems quite fortuitous as Robin and I had planned to go on a caravan trip up to Cape Reinga next summer. That can't happen now of course, since he has passed away, but he will certainly be with me in spirit as I travel around. I'll certainly be blogging all about it on my return.
22 comments:
Enjoy your holiday!
I hope you have a wonderful time!
yes take a lot of photos - I know what you mean about packing what you wanted when you traveled in your caravan I did too - way more than I ever needed and sometimes barely used half of it. Enjoy yourself and we will look forward to your posting about it when you get home
Bon Voyage. Stay Safe.
Good on you. Have a wonderfull time.
Enjoy your journey--I am sure Robin would have been thrilled that you are getting to go after all...hugs, Julierose;)))
May you have a safe and wonderful holiday. Look forward to reading where you have been and your adventures.
Marthanne
Have a fun time - I hope you do get some of your sewing done.
Enjoy your trip Jenny. I look forward to your photos
Enjoy your holiday and I will look forward to hearing all about it when you get back.
God bless.
Lovely place, the Meeting of the Waters, and I hope for safe travels, smooth roads, and enjoy it all.
Your holiday does sound wonderful, Jenny. Have a fabulous time drinking in the gorgeous scenery and meeting new friends.
Hi Jenny,
We are currently in Auckland but are slowly making our way north, heading to near Whangarei this weekend. Let me know if there may be an opportunity to meet up. Have a great time,
Have a fabulous trip.
Will miss reading your post but look forward to the catch posts on your return.
I remember that you made a memory table cloth for your travels so nice to be making the blocks again.
Safe travels!! I hope you enjoy every moment of your trip.
I'm so excited to hear all about your trip on your return. It will be a fun adventure and I'm sure Gemma will be enjoying her holiday as well. I love the memory quilt you will be making, a great idea. Enjoy your time away. love and hugs.
Have the most wonderful holiday Jenny …… & Robin will be right beside you in spirit all the way. Looking forward to hearing all about it at next sew wots.
Have a wonderful time!
Happy travels. I’m looking forward to hearing all about it when you return home.
Have a wonderful trip, Jenny!
So glad you are continuing your trips with friends, I would assume. Have a great time! Can't wait to hear your highlights.
I look forward to hearing about your trip. Safe travels.
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