My friend and I made a short visit there yesterday and stopped at a few different spots along the coast.
Although close to the heart of the city, this residential area felt quite isolated at times although there were lots of people (often with a dog) out walking.
We saw cabbage trees in flower,
watched a pair of Paradise Ducks find lunch on the incoming tide,
and had our own lunch at Clendon McDonalds.
Finally, we made a visit to Martha's Backyard, a Mt Wellington store selling American goodies.
I was very good and never bought too much - although there does seem to be a lot of chocolate there!
It was a pleasant day out, the company was good, and it is always exciting to be exploring somewhere different.
Margaret xx
I see mangrove trees there. Love them
ReplyDeleteThat looks like a lovely day out Margaret - folklore says that cabbage trees flowering so prolifically indicates a long hot summer - but Met-service is saying otherwise... time will tell, but they do look amazing!
ReplyDeleteBlessings
Maxine
I'd love to visit an American store. There are so many things we see on the Internet which are not available here. I'd keep well away from the chocolate section though!!! Far too much temptation
ReplyDeleteThis sounds like a great day...I want return to this post on computer to get a better view of your photos.
ReplyDeleteChocolate…my favourite! Hard to resist wherever we go! A new area to explore is always a joy!
ReplyDeleteSounds like you and your friend had a lovely day out ( and even brought back a few treats).
ReplyDeleteI like chocolate...I wonder how the New Zealand chocolate is different from chocolate made in America?
ReplyDeleteI had to look up cabbage tree....I had never heard of them. I wanted a closer look. They sure are unique and I would love to see what they smell like when blooming.
ReplyDeleteI love chocolate, too.