Everybody's darling ...

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and no wonder! Oozing charm and winsomeness, this miniature schnauzer won my heart.

I was over in Lyttelton at the market this morning, and friend M & I spent at least 2 hours over coffee, putting the world to rights. We homed in on hurricanes, earthquakes, and one particular world leader that we're neither of us partial to.
There's been a decision today on the Christchurch Cathedral - at last! After nearly 7 years, it's to be restored. I'm sure that everyone will be hugely relieved.