Loving Mapua

We'd hoped to have a week away in the rig during the school holidays, but Bernie wasn't able to take time off. So we had a couple of weekends away in Mapua instead.
Each time we go away we learn something new, and feel more confident in using the rig.
This time we tried out the heating. The gas heater is AMAZING! So efficient and effective. We also put the electric heater on- so we had some flames for a visual effect, and it was bliss.
This time away, the dogs seem so much happier and much more settled. I think they're adjusting to the rig and feeling more familiar with it (just like us!).
Parked beside us, is a couple (Marion & Doug) who live full time in their caravan. When we arrived yesterday, they popped over and introduced themselves. Actually, it was probably  because they had a wee dog called 'Honey' ... and our dogs had spotted her and they were desperate to check each other out! 
Marion and Doug have lived at Mapua Leisure Park for 4 years now. Marion works in the office and Doug does security during the busy summer season. 
Bernie was keen to check out their awning set up. It provides an extra room, which we thought would be awesome in wet weather, plus it would give extra space when we park in a spot for awhile.
After lunch, we  walked along the beach towards Ruby Bay. Paddy couldn't wait to dive and play about in the water .Oakly was in his ideal world digging up the sand, and Boo rolled and rolled and rolled until she had smothered herself in sand! It's hard to believe it's the last day of April. Other than the gorgeous autumn colours, it still feels too mild to be so close to winter - Bernie is still in shorts and a t-shirt.
In the afternoon Bernie cleaned the truck and I did an online lesson with Shaw Academy on Lightroom.