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