Narnia and Elephant rocks

This is Amelia on top of one of the elephant rocks- taken today on our short road trip to see the Elephant rocks and the location where they filmed the lord of the rings and Narnia




This is a sample of the rocks at "Elephant Rocks"

 

Mum and Amelia having fun

Sisterly Love



Narnia Valley




Narnia Valley - cows and all



Can you see the Elephant, and Abbey up on top?.  This is what the rocks are named after

The earth Oven used in Narnia

Narnia Valley - and some tourists having a photo shoot

Explanation of Earthquake Rocks

Earthquake Rocks and the fossils

Hi all again from Sunny - windy Oamaru.
Today as you can see from the photos we  have had a lovely day exploring "Elephant rocks" - where they filmed parts of "Lord of the Rings" and "Narnia". 



This is for you Zac - taken at Elephant Rocks

While in Blue Springs we had the privilege of meeting and sharing a meal with the "Pelham" family.  Zac the oldest child was tickled pink when we shared with him just how close that we were to the rocks that they filmed the chronicles of Narnia, and we promised him we would visit and take some pictures for him.
We are embarrassed to say that we have not ventured to this area for quite some time, in fact it is many years since we've been there.  We stopped at the local visitor center and had to ask for directions.  The man there was lovely but thought it was a hoot that locals had to ask for directions.  We took along a picnic lunch, and really enjoyed looking at all the rocks, and eating in the open air.  It was nice to have a family outing on a Saturday that everyone enjoyed.  And guess what, we ate our first strawberries for the season today.  The local berry farm had the open sign out when we drove past.  They tasted divine.  Sonja over here you don't have to wash the strawberries as they are grown organically.  YUMMY. 
I particularly loved some quiet time sitting atop one of the rocks, just taking in the countryside.  I looked at the greenery everywhere, the animals, the georgous views, and appreciated just how beautiful our country is.  I am looking forward to sharing these moments and views with Eric and Sonja when they visit next year.  New Zealand is very different to Blue Springs.
One thing though I have sore eyes tonight, and my friend suggested that it was sun burnt eyes.  I wonder if she is right as they are really stinging - like sunburn would.  It was very sunny today, and Richard is now sporting rather red ears!!, I am OK as my skin is the type that doesn't burn, just goes brown.  We have forgotten how quickly you burn here, as when we were in the states we didn't have a problem with sunburn despite being outside all day.  We are just that much closer to Antarctica and the Ozone hole so the intensity of the sun means that you burn in ten minutes or so without sunscreen.  We must remember to have sunscreen and hats next time we go on an outing, and sunglasses for the kids.
On another note I am now at the point of nagging Richard about the bed - I need and want a KING size bed.  Our bed just isn't comfortable anymore.  Even if it takes me a year I will persist with nagging.  Sleep is very important, and my body is still running on US time.  How long does jet lag take to disappear?
Well it's bedtime - haha, and maybe some good quality sleep will come my way - finally.
Tomorrow we have lots planned with chuch , and then a parents lunch with the scout troup, in preparation for the upcomming Jamboree.  Alex is at a pre-jamboree camp this weekend, and the house has been quiet.
Goodnight all.