Patch at Hobbiton: Stepping Into Story
Patch arrived at Hobbiton just after the rain stopped. It had rained for days, and even on the drive out, the sky was still grey and wet. Then, about fifteen minutes before we got there, the rain lifted. By the time Patch sat down to take in the view, the whole world looked freshly washed.…
Hobbiton – Walking Into Story
Some stories stay with us for a lifetime. This reflection explores childhood wonder, Hobbiton, and the unexpected magic found between rainstorms and imagination.
Patch’s Rainy New Zealand Adventure
Cozy Stops, Windy Days, and Unexpected Magic Patch thought New Zealand was going to be all sunshine and giant adventures. Instead, New Zealand greeted us with rain boots, windy ferry rides, chilly mornings, and a cyclone named Vaianu. At first, Patch wasn’t so sure about any of it. His fur got damp.The wind tried to…
Whispers From a Tree 