The weather has been very mixed this month but our residents on the Garrison don't seem to mind. Phil spent a long time trying to get a photo of the very unusual blackbird that is always around Morning Point as he hid as soon as the camera came out, but his unremarkable little friend was determined not to be left out of the picture! The ponies and the cattle were completely unfazed by the strong winds that were howling around us - we hightailed it back to town for a warming cup of tea.

As you can see, I need to improve my blogging technique - watch this space!!!

Happy New Year to you all. Phil and I wish you everything you wish yourselves for 2010.

As the country is gripped by freezing temperatures and treacherous ice and snow, you are probably wishing you were here! Although it felt freezing yesterday, it actually wasn't and today feels positively balmy. These little chaps were certainly feeling happy in their field! I hope the sight of their cheery faces puts a smile on yours.