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Taking a different path on to the beach at New Brighton gave me a new perspective and a reminder to not always follow the same route
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This seagull made me laugh as it seemed to walk along and check its reflection every few steps
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A baby dotterel, it really doesn't get much cuter than this
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Too cute, had to share two pictures
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I think the owls where we are parked must be getting used to us as we have seen them much more this trip
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A new addition to the family shows what a strong grip he has, just 24 hours after coming into the world
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A walk along the beach on a very windy afternoon
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One of my favourite images from this model shoot
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Spiders web in the early morning light after a very damp night
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Another model getting ready for her photos
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Just loved the simplicity of this one.
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Up in the hills overlooking the Canterbury Plains with a friend as we made our way to the falls
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Washpen Falls
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Washpen Falls
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After a night of heavy rain the leaves on the plants by the river where much more interesting
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The local beach where we used to live was always popular with horses......this one was not that keen on the surf!
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Mum's cast, just what she didn't want for Christmas!
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Another trip to the ominously named 'Bone Shop'