Wet weekends

Bella and the butcher enjoy a bit of couch time

The donkeys and horses spent quite a bit of time in the shed

Really must get something  done here, we get a mini lap pool every time it rains. Bella's chook spent some time trying it out though 

The donkey boys hate getting their feet wet 

Mountainbiking competition

The butcher and I enjoyed a trip down to Fairlie.   The main point of the trip was for him to compete in the Pass to Pub cycle race (Burkes Pass to Albury Pub).  Its a beautiful area around Fairlie and the race was a good one. 

No cellphone coverage so I got out and about with my camera.   Took so many and quite pleased with the results.   I was also very impressed how so many of the riders near the end of the course had the time to say hi or wave or smile - obviously they needed a harder / longer / steeper ride!

The  butcher was delighted with his ride, especially after his bad spill last time.  He was just under 2 hours and enjoyed himself.   The beer they gave away at the end of the race was very welcomed.

We drove down on Saturday on the main roads as we had to call into Christschurch.  That road is SO boring and awful.  The way back, via Geraldine, Methven, Oxford, Rangiora etc is so much better.  It really is a lovely route, and while it may take a few minutes longer, its well worth it.

Here's all the photos I took if you are at all interested.
https://picasaweb.google.com/108038742003880059367/PasstoPub2014JRT#