This is just one of many apple trees. We also had the opportunity to see the arrival once again of the Navy ship the HMNZS Mannawanui. This is technically its home port but this is its last visit as it is being decommissioned at the end of the month. Some residents are petitioning to get it sunk off the dock here so it can become an artificial reef. Here is the ship as it pulls up to the wharf:
And then, not surprisingly, we are always finding new gorgeous beaches around here. As we left the garden, we turned right instead of left (to come home) and drove to this hideaway. It’s called “Sailor’s Grave Beach” and actually has a sailor’s grave from 150 years ago over on one hill. The town of Tairua, close by, celebrates the anniversary of the man’s death every year. We did not walk over to get pictures of the gravesite but here is the beach:
This one has waves large enough for surfers and we watched a few out on their boards. Next time we’re bringing our lawn chairs so we can just relax for awhile.
Kia Ora, Elder and Sister O’Neal
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