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So we are all moved in. The move to Kerikeri is complete - boxes have been unpacked, we are all settled. I started my new job yesterday but in the last week we have been exploring the area. This is our street - very quiet.


Our house - nice and new, only a couple of years old, my car outside the garage. There is a vege garden in the backyard which we got into last weekend - we cleared all the rubbish out of it and planted a mixture of vegetables and herbs.


There is a park about 2 minutes walk from our house which people take their dogs to. It's full of Magnolia trees and other NZ natives.


One of the Magnolia trees - there are 2 pink varieties and 2 white varieties. It's been so warm here - almost feels like Spring.


One of the white Magnolia trees in amongst the other natives - lots of bare branches but also lots of sunny days we are having.

Comments

William Kendall said…
In terms of the houses, I'm very much reminded of the neighbourhood of my aunt and uncle.
25 July 2018 at 09:09
Susan Heather said…
Glad you are settled in and finding it warm. Cold here this morning (for us) but lovely and sunny. I am sure you will enjoy Kerikeri - your street and house look lovely.
25 July 2018 at 10:19
Rhonda Albom said…
Congratulations on finishing your move. Those magnolia trees look young (goes with the house only being a couple of years old). I'm happy it's warm up there because I'm not feeling it down in Auckland.
25 July 2018 at 11:43
Billy Blue Eyes said…
Looks a nice area to live
25 July 2018 at 19:39
local alien said…
It looks wonderful. I hope you enjoy your life there
25 July 2018 at 21:44
Bill said…
Your house and neighborhood look wonderful. Wish you the best in the new neighborhood and that your job brings lots of satisfaction.
26 July 2018 at 08:14
NatureFootstep said…
wow, what a nice place you found. I like what I see of the house. Good luck with everything :)
27 July 2018 at 00:31
PerthDailyPhoto said…
Looks wonderful Amy, I think you will be very happy here. The magnolia trees are gorgeous, everytime I see them I get an urge to plant one ☺
31 July 2018 at 02:38
Sallie (FullTime-Life) said…
looks like you two found a perfect spot to settle!! Glad you had a bit of exploring time before starting your new job. Hope you love it too!
31 July 2018 at 07:30
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