Life Down Wattle Lane... v2

Welcome to our little corner of the world. I’ve come to realize that the meaning of life isn’t found in the hustle or the finish line, but in the simple art of enjoying the passage of time. To me, living the lifestyle dream isn't about having it all; it's about being present for it all—the shifting light, the quiet mornings, and the grace found in letting the hours unfold just as they are. I’m glad you’re here to share in the journey. www.downwattlelane.co.nz

Wednesday, 16 March 2022

Life Down Wattle Lane v2 - 100th Gate

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It's been a struggle for the last two weeks, very slow going... but I have just finished my 100th gate! It's actually a pair. ...
Monday, 28 February 2022

Life Down Wattle Lane v2 - Driveway Paddock, Sheep & 2 Gates

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From the entrance of our property to the house the driveway is about 80m and  essentially runs through a paddock, far too big to be mown on ...
Tuesday, 22 February 2022

Life Down Wattle Lane v2 - Floating Gate

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Hopefully this is enough to deter the sheep from crossing over to the neighboring property. Our neighbors are subdividing their ...
Wednesday, 19 January 2022

Life Down Wattle Lane v2 - Hey, Hey Hey... its Hay Time,!

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Living with animals in Canterbury during winter you need an additional feed source, as the grass just doesn't grow. Last year was the fi...
Tuesday, 11 January 2022

Life Down Wattle Lane v2 - Always Something To Do

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Life on a lifestyle block is never dull. In between building gates, packaging Unicorn Fibre Cleaners orders, and the daily house hold chores...
Sunday, 2 January 2022

Life Down Wattle Lane v2 - Mr Whiskers vs Gate #2

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Well my big boy has been at it again, he has destroyed another gate, I must admit it wasn't much of a gate to start with but I think I n...
Sunday, 14 November 2021

Life Down Wattle Lane v2 - DWL Farm Gates

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One of my struggles since my Parkinson's diagnosis was finding work for a little income to fund my little lifestyle block and keeping my...
Monday, 25 October 2021

Life Down Wattle Lane v2 - A Day Out... Mount Hutt

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Well... what can I say? That was a first, and that was also the last time I will be visiting, well driving myself up to Mount Hutt Ski field...
Sunday, 17 October 2021

Life Down Wattle Lane v2 - Thou Shalt Remain Nameless

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I need to start with the back story... so you too can feel what I felt at the time. With age, Max has become more of an indoor cat, so he do...
Thursday, 30 September 2021

Life Down Wattle Lane v2 - Whiskers Needs A Hair Cut

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Whiskers would be my most favourite Arapawa Ram that I have ever had the pleasure to farm.  He is a fantastic looking boy, crowned with a gr...
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