Janet's visit.

 As some of you know, our very own Rogue Quilter, Janet and her husband Greg are cruising around New Zealand. On Tuesday they were here in my home town. We agreed to meet at 08.30. It was a grey misty day which I was sad about, I wanted Janet to see how beautiful we are in the sunshine.

I arrived early and spied Janet easily looking at the stalls at the 'cruise market' that was set up near the wharf. I got the biggest hug when we got face to face. Janet's husband Greg was going to take an excursion to a sheep station, but sadly that was cancelled. I was happy to have him join Janet and I for our wee tour, though he is a pretty tall chap and I did feel sorry for him folding himself up to get into my wee car. LOL 

First stop was the Timaru sewing center which was literally right across the street from the market. Then we went for a little drive through some of town and the scenic reserve where I love to walk and then on to the highway and out to Geraldine for a look around and a visit to the Pin Tin. Janet helped out the local economy in both of the sewing stores and she also found a few items in the gift store. Next stop was an ice cream store.

Yes they have gluten free flavours which made her very happy. 

Greg mentioned that he would like a true kiwi meat pie, I knew just the place and stopped there as we made our way back in to Timaru. The U Bake store is owned and run by one of Tony's school chums, he's also our neighbour, living just a few doors along. 

Greg asked about utensils, but I encouraged him to eat kiwi style, right out of the paper bag, which of course he did. I'm sure he enjoyed it.

Janet and I opted for no pies so the next stop was at the Timaru Botanic Gardens. 

They were tired looking, it wasn't the best Summer and Autumn has come early this year, but we had a walk around and stopped at the aviary to say hello to the birds, then it was time to head back to the port and make sure that Janet and Greg were on the courtesy bus to go back to the ship. But first we stopped at the local bar for a cold drink.

Then we had one last hug and said good bye. One of the girls at the bus stop took a last photo.

As I drove home alone the clouds broke and I could see the mountains, then an hour or so later, probably just as the ship was leaving port I looked up and saw this.

I hope the weather is better at the next couple of stops.

We had a great day looking around and chatting together. It was a pleasure to be a part of Janet and Greg's holiday. What lovely people. 

Next they will be meeting Raewyn and Julie. 

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