January has been a month of contrasts for us — full hearts, dramatic landscapes, extreme weather, and finally, the deep comfort of being home again at A Deer Cottage . Our handmade sign indicating the gateway to A Deer Cottage We returned to New Zealand on January 10th after a wonderful trip through Australia and Japan, where the greatest joy was spending time with our children and their families. Time together is always precious, and this trip reminded us just how much those

Hello again, Te Kani and I would like to wish you a very happy festive Season from A Deer Cottage, in Kaukapakapa, Auckland, New Zealand. If you wish to find out more about A Deer Cottage you can do so here. Angela & Te Kani at Shinto Shrine However, December found us soaking up the joy of pre-Christmas in Melbourne , surrounded by what matters most – family. Time with our daughters was extra special, and seeing our eldest daughter’s young family brought many smiles, laughte

Wow, February has been a challenging month for many North Island families and whānau. It all started for me personally towards the end...