#Spotted While Roaming in Aotearoa New Zealand:
A woman (60s?) with a sparkling laugh, wearing a bright pink top, is leaning on a mobility aid while catching up with a friend.
Exchanging all the latest news about life, family and friends as they wait in line for coffee.
Ordering two melting moments to go.*
A roly poly black woolly dog (Labradoodle cross long pillow?) is amiably roaming about a cosy pub. Sidling up to patrons with a doggy grin.
Waiting patiently to see if pats are on offer,
then moseying on to the next table.
Getting all the love.
A couple (50s?) are sitting across from each other in a pub based in an old church. Playing cards between them. Game faces on. Quiet conversation with the odd burst of laughter around them.
A tiny human (2?) has decided that the best way to get to her front door is via:
This patch of ivy.
This tall grass.
This tangle of winter-bare hydrangea bush and
Around this BIG lemon tree.
Dad standing on the porch asking: "Ya right there bub?"
She emphatically bellows: "Yes!"
A slinky grey cat has spotted new humans wandering past her home.
Her collar bell jingling, meowing a hello, she trots over to introduce herself.
Will they be friendly?
Yes!
Win!
She flops on her back and flashes her tummy.
Blinking love eyes.
(It's (maaaybe) not a trap.)
(Continued Below)
George Penney
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2026-08-20 00:54:02 UTC
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