Since we were all awake by 6.30am this morning, we headed down to the beach to make the most of the beautiful sunrise, collect some paua abalone, and try out our much-loved digital SLR camera (thank you Malcolm!).
And yes, it was a wee bit chilly, but worth every layer of clothing.
While Bern waded out to search the deeper rockpools, the kids and I explored the beach.
Grace discovered a very interesting-looking sea cave, although on closer inspection she declared it smelt funny and wasn't a real sea cave because it did not contain a bear.
Grace discovered a very interesting-looking sea cave, although on closer inspection she declared it smelt funny and wasn't a real sea cave because it did not contain a bear.
Despite my best attempts to convince her otherwise, she then decided it was time to go for a swim. With her jersey and beanie on. Her verdict? 'It's quite cold, Mummy. Come in and try for yourself. You need to be brave like me. You'll love it!' I politely declined.
Eventually our hunter gathered returned, paua-less, but with a nice feed of mussels instead. I know what we're having for tea tonight!
