Dec 30 2009

Squirting my lad!

We found a nice spot on the river for lunch and a swim ;-)   ratbag1 

Jack having too much fun in the water and looking cheeky… I think he needs some water pistol action.

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“Gotcha Jack! – Take that!”

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“Oh No! He’s coming after me!”

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Dec 30 2009

Fly fishing the Hurunui

I took Sarah and Jack to the Hurunui river for a nice family day out. We all did some fishing, Jack had a swim and it was a great day. Sarah also got a chance to try her new pink fishing rod.

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Dec 20 2009

A great day flyfishing on the Opihi river!

I spent Friday fishing the Opihi river with Karl, an industry mate and another creative. Was a great day, we saw a large number of fish. Karl landed a few and I had plenty chase the fly. The water was crystal clear and very little wind. I need to do this more often!


Oct 25 2009

Jack’s First Fish! A great day at Akaroa fishing…

This is Jack’s first fish! Good job buddy! Look at the rod bending over – man, must be an absolute whale! Giant Kingfish perhaps!

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Well, not a monster, but I’m still really proud!!

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Si and Zach hanging on the boat!

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Sarah and Jack having a moment…


Oct 3 2009

Great Barrier Trip

The ‘boys’ took a fishing trip to the Great Barrier Island for Ben’s birthday. Was a great trip and relaxing time with the mates… Great weather, fish to eat and good company. This is Gavin’s dad’s boat.

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Sep 9 2009

The office is progressing!

The office is coming along well. It’ll look awesome when done in a few weeks! Below is the front of the office, showing the entrance and huge window in my office.

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Looking in the front door…

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This ‘cube’ is my office. Windows to let good light in.

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Laundry, toilet, shower.

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Looking towards the kitchen. Bathroom entry is on the right. Window looks out to the back lawn.

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Exposed trusses, high ceilings.

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Jul 22 2009

Sarah and Dan the wonderhorse! Jack takes a ride!

Sarah looks very pleased with herself here. Dan the wonderhorse must have been a good boy! This is down at the local horse hangout.

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Below, Jack takes a ride on Dan. They’re both groovers!

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Jun 27 2009

Day trip to Tekapo

I took a day off work and took the family to Lake Tekapo for a cruisy day. Lovely weather, and was just nice to hang out. We went to the salmon farm as well, fed the fish and bought some for friends. A lovely day!

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Jun 27 2009

Jacks Message to Gary and Judy!


Apr 6 2009

A play in the river…

We had a lovely surprise with Sarah’s Mum, Uncle Gary and Auntie Judy dropping in with their bus. They just decided to drive down to Christchurch to surprise us! Awesome.
They stayed for a few days and Jackson loved having them here…

One day, before dinner we decided to take the Jet Kayaks down to the Waimakariri Gorge to have a play. Here’s some Photos:


That’s Uncle Gary and us just getting ready…


Taking Jackson for a ride around the river…




The beautiful Sarah and charming Jackson take a moment to smile for the camera!


Sarah’s mum Shirley just relaxing in the sun!