Recently I took some leave in New Zealand.
I've been to quite a few places but let me tell you... there can't be many places as unspoiled, as peaceful and as spectacular as this. Some have wondered whether we might join some day, as The Republic of Australia and New Zealand, so close are we socially and culturally, and I can't really fault the idea.
Anyway I went horse riding with my tribe, and our companion happened to indicate this particular horse. His name is Percy. He is the horse that King Theoden of Rohan died with after being mauled by the Nazgul in The Lord of the Rings - Return of the King. He was made up whiter for the film. A beautiful prop that won't be around forever...
I had to go back and take a pic.
I've heard New Zealand is absolutely beautiful. And, of course, any horse looks good to me. Obviously, your leg has healed?
ReplyDeleteI thought of you actually after I posted this and was hoping you'd see it.
ReplyDeleteLeg's okay for normal movement.
I envy you your travels, magpie. Hope you and your lady are doing well.
ReplyDeleteMy corner of the world, mate.
ReplyDeleteUnfotunately I've never been to Texas and I don't think there's much chance I'll get there.
My lady went skydiving in New Zealand for her 40th and scored a jade Maori pendant, so she was real happy.
I'm not sure whether it's come up but we have a daughter and another son.
They had difficulty believing they were in another country. Kids..