Our house!


This is our little house in Richmond, New Zealand!  Complete with our very own lemon tree!!  You can just see the hills in the background, which are a short walk away and boast great hiking trails, mountain biking, and amazing views. The little plate (a gift from my friend Bethany) hangs in my kitchen and reminds me of my greatly missed cat, Basil, who is at home in Victoria.


Location: Nelson, New Zealand

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  1. Emily19 September 2012 at 06:14

    Oh, B. The house? The lemon? They make me so happy! Where on earth did Bethany find that perfect little plate? I just love it all. ~Emily

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    1. Barbara19 September 2012 at 13:07

      Thanks Em! :) I hope you can come visit me!! Yeah, there are really no words for that plate..I love it!

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  2. Shelley19 September 2012 at 18:17

    That is a really cute house! I love the lemon tree - have you tried one yet? The yellow flowers are also very unique. Trust Bethany to come up with such a unique gift! Thanks for the blog update!

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    1. Barbara20 September 2012 at 01:20

      Yeah, I've used lots of lemons already..made lemonies (like lemon brownies) yesterday, and have been using them in other recipes and in tea! They are yummy!!

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  3. Michaela19 September 2012 at 18:33

    Can't wait to visit that little house of yours :) Love the blog! Keep the updates coming!!

    xo Michaela

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  4. kbp20 September 2012 at 08:00

    Hey Barbara! Taken me a while to work out how to leave a comment but I'm with you now :D Your hoose looks fab and I love the idea of having your own lemon tree! Did you buy a new camera? Super picture of the lemon...can't wait to hear more and see more photos x0x0x0x Miss you x0x0x0x

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  5. Barbara20 September 2012 at 13:34

    Hi Karen! Thanks!!:) Yep, I got a new camera..it's lots of fun! Miss you toooo! xoxo

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