Bannockburn

This morning I was up and away reasonably early compared to the last few mornings.
I headed to St Bathans. I have been there before and wanted to go again. It was quite early and I was the only one around. Last time it was summer and loads of people around. The weather was cool and some rain. Walked down to the water. There was a track but with rain clouds forming decided not to walk around.
The colours on the trees are pretty awesome and I loved seeing all of them.
From there it was on to Naseby to see another ex Airwomen. What an incredible couple very very interesting life they lead. I have seen some great gardens on this journey and Marilyn certainly is an expert gardener.
Her husband Eric is a resorter and collector of cars and motorcycles. Very sort after I think with his skills. Lovely collection that I am sure many would be impressed to see.
As I was passing Charley's place ( the ex Air Force chap I had coffee with yesterday) I called in at Lauder. I knew a little about his place and it is a green home and he is off grid. He built it all himself. Pretty amazing.
I then headed to the family reunion at Bannockburn. I was surprised at how close it was to the township. A school camp. I am parked up in my camper next to my sister and others will join us in the caravans/motorhomes, others will stay in the accommodation.
This will be my second last blog. I will post another on Tuesday after I get back to Invercargill, with a round up of the trip.
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