Dryness Follows Me.
Peacock Moth. Opua, New Zealand ©Carol Forsyth I thought I had left the dryness of Ruakaka behind me. Apparently not. I am now living through a drought. Geography: Opua is a locality in the Bay of Islands, in the sub-tropical Northland region of NZ. It is notable as the first port of overseas yachts arriving in the country after crossing the Pacific Ocean. During the summer season - now - a drought tends to start slowly, often without warning, and can last for significant periods of time and cover large areas. This is the sixth drought declared in Northland since 2009. For our many seasonal & maritime visitors, a drought has little or no effect apart from restrictions on washing down vehicles or vessels. My water situation is good although I am mindful of using it wisely. The garden impersonates hay - dry stalks and brown seed heads. The potatoes also deciding they can survive no longer....