A little bit of Bushwick

We stayed in Bushwick in an Air BnB flat that was rather nice and possibly the cleanest accommodation I have ever stayed at. Bushwick is one of those emerging neighbourhoods, so it’s got some cool places, but also a lot of stodgy old places. And great restaurants but more boring dives. Unfair to compare it

Going to Church

Unexpectedly came up this tiny little church near Awhitu Central, on our way to the Manukau Head Lighthouse this past weekend. Thought we’d stop and take a few photos. I think God would like it here. These seat cushions are all hand-made, one of a kind. The little blankets you see over the pews are

Before the race

I’ve always liked ‘spying’ on performers before they go on, before they become who they are when they are doing that thing that they can do – and we can’t… These two jockeys were hanging out before mounting their horses, grabbing a quick smoke. Looking a bit tough, and a bit dangerous…