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A cold winter's day about a month ago in Okaihau where I had time to kill so I parked on the side of the road in the main street watching what little sights were going on. This is a town where the most exciting thing that happens is a tractor driving through.

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Comments

Tom said…
...do they roll up the sidewalks at night?
Pauline said…
The first and only thing I really wanted when we came out of our first lockdown was good coffee. I've eaten inside that place with the coffee sign, the coffee was not good. I know exactly where I'll be headed this time round.
gz said…
People watching can be interesting!
Tigger's Mum said…
I just love those buildings though. It feels really laid back, relaxed, at ease with itself.
owlfarmer said…
I just can't seem to get enough of New Zealand these days, so it was nice to discover your blog. Too bad I can only enjoy the vicariously, but I really appreciate your perspective.
Sharon said…
Maybe it would be a vintage tractor. That would make it more interesting.
The Padre said…
I Like It - Very Dreamy For Sure - Be Well

Cheers
Jocelyn said…
Funny caption.
I love small, rural towns like this. So much character!
Veronica Lee said…
Looks like a cozy little town.

A very lovely capture, Amy.
PerthDailyPhoto said…
How about the penny-farthing bicycle on the roof Amy, so cool 💜
Einari Sinappi said…
Lovely place! Wouldn´t mind to have a coffee there. And what ever they´re baking. :)
Yogi♪♪♪ said…
Gotta love cold winter days and coffee
Greetings and Salutations! mmmm, cold weather and coffee is like peas in a pod. Nice job on the image.

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