9/52 {The Little Warrior Edition}

A portrait of my little wren, once a week, every week, in 2013

Sage - despite sickness, exhaustion and misery plaguing your little body this week - caused by many newly budding teeth, you still manage a soldiering smile.

{The 52 Project, inspired by the ever lovely Jodi} 



Sage's 12 Month Video {& 13 Month Photos}

Some days see me longing for the newborn you once were, so tiny and reliant on your mumma, seemingly only moments ago

 

Some days see me dreaming of the life you'll lead in the years to come; fearing your inevitable heart ache, delighting in thoughts of your unbridled happiness

 

but each day sees me cherishing every single moment of this 13 month old you.

 

{Here are your adventures as a 12 month old...}

8/52 {The Contemplative Edition}

A portrait of my little wren, once a week, every week, in 2013

  

Sage - a quiet moment of still... a complete rarity

 

{The 52 Project, inspired by the ever lovely Jodi}

 



13 for 13: Farmer's Market

As hoped in my 13 for 2013, every second Saturday morning, after a lazy lie-in and a slow, hearty breakfast, we amble down the hill to our local farmer's market. Flanked by coastal waters and a historic, far-reaching cemetery, we peruse stall after stall, collecting delicious morsels {those which aren't spreading their roots in our own backyard}, sampling tasty fruits {marionberries are our new fave} and stockpiling homemade jams, chutneys and sauces {plus the occasional bunch of pretty blooms}. Sage is enthralled by the sights, smells and sounds - finding peace in the simplicity and gentle hum of our relaxed wanderings. Along the way we greet many we know, sharing small snippets of our time, our purchases and our lives. In the large cattle shed nearby, fast-paced calls and frequent hammer strikes signal the sale of covetable antique pieces sent to auction - many of which I view as "must-have's" - all of which are deemed "inappropriate" by Mr Sensible Husband. And each time we depart through the rusty, worn gates, we marvel at how great it feels - to support our local people, to know exactly where our food has come from... to have spent time together.

Tell me, do you have a local farmer's market? What's your one staple each time you visit? {Ours is tomato relish!}

7/52 {The Queen of the Castle Edition}

A portrait of my little wren, once a week, every week, in 2013

 

 

Sage - riding high on Daddy's shoulders; a perfect summer's day

 

 

{The 52 Project, inspired by the ever lovely Jodi}

 



Meandering, Blissfully

Life lately, though taking a path vastly different to the one we were first expecting, has been amazingly {and reassuringly} settled. We have found a gentle rhythm, albeit one without even seeking, allowing our little family to hum along harmoniously and happily; an easier than anticipated transition. During the past few sun-drenched, summer weeks, we work as we must to get by, then dash home with haste to revel in cherished time together. A flurry of beating hearts, we cuddle, laugh and share after our few hours apart, and then adventure somewhere simple and close to home, to feast, walk or play. Life is truly good.

Images captured at the divine Bruce's, located on Wynyard's ambling old coast road. Their scrumptious food and mellow vibe makes this the perfect spot for a morning pick-me-up or an afternoon chill-out sesh. You must try their chickpea burger - it's to die for! As are their savoury muffins. Notice the gorgeous exhibition currently wall laden? Curated by none other than Naomi Fenton of Look See - Sage's birthday photographer extraordinaire!

6/52 {The Council-Worker Edition}

A portrait of my little wren, once a week, every week, in 2013

 

Sage - supervising the creation of your new sandpit in our backyard. You love the outdoors like no other.

 

{The 52 Project, inspired by the ever lovely Jodi}