We've been briefed (or warned for the pessimists) that life in New Zealand could be pretty relaxed (or boring for the pessimists). Malls close at 5PM on most days of the week, as if telling people to just stay at home with your family. The other day, I asked Mike if he is starting to feel bored here. He said no. I feel the same way. Hehehe. Life has been good so far!
One of the many full rainbows I've seen from our window and elsewhere. The picture doesn't give justice to the beauty of the rainbow, sorry!
Wednesday is garbage collection day. Isn't it so organised?
An abundance of lemons from our neighbour's backyard. If only we could pick some so they won't go to waste! :p
One of those gloomy days. Rain for me is bad news. And so is howling wind. In my opinion, nobody should be outdoors when the weather gets this crazy.
The local bus! It's pretty much the same with SG buses but the timings could make commute time really complicated. Fares are rather expensive here too when compared to SG fares. I guess it's because cars are really affordable so not a lot of people rely on public transport. If you don't have a hop card (like the SG Ezlink), you could always pay in cash and the driver will be more than happy to give you change. Unlike in SG where you have to pay the exact fare. I love how people are very courteous and appreciative to the driver. On hopping into and off the bus, people greet and say thank you to the driver. Very nice :)
The train platform at Panmure Station - again I am reminded of Zurich train stations. The platforms look similar but the trains (and timings) are very different.
The train ride will show you scenes like the following, all from the Meadowbank Basin:
On a sunny day, a walk at the Auckland Ferry Station seems so right. We saw a lot of people sunbathing here on a sunny Sunday :)
Sunny days are just divine!
A tree in full bloom.
A laundry perfect weather makes me happy.
This is my jogging route on one of the clear days.
And dusk isn't that bad - taken at north western motorway on our way to church.
On to more beautiful random things!
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