Friday, February 12, 2010
A family away from home
Things in New Zealand are off to a great start (other than Rachel calling me a creep all the time)! I'm starting to feel more adjusted, I will get my missing bag back today, I finally shaved my legs so I don't have to wear pants in the warm weather-overall I'm just having a great time. Yesterday was a really good day. In the morning Robbie's wife, Christine, took me shopping. I managed to get most of the things I need, such as sheets, towels, a computer cord, and a cell phone. Then in the afternoon I was around Susan's house, I worked on planning my timetable, then went for a walk. In the evening Susan and I headed back to Robbie's house for dinner. Susan cook a delicious mac and cheese, then we headed out for a walk. (I know I should have brought my camera, sorry...) This included me, Robbie, Susan, Katrina (12), Reuben (15) and Isaac (9). We walked over near a beach, where we stopped for a while to overturn rocks looking for crabs (which we found, in large quantities). After a while of playing, it was getting dark so we headed home-only to be distracted by a play structure, where we stayed for another 30 minutes. I had a wonderful time playing with the kids, and was touched when Katrina asked if I would come back for her birthday party in April. Now I am about to head off to the beach with them! I'll be sure to take some pictures today.
Wednesday, February 10, 2010
Arrival in Auckland
4 rounds of airport security (each of which resulted in by bag being checked, once for a pack of batteries I had, once for something that looked like an aerosol can, and twice for a small pair of scissors in my first aid kit), 3 sets of customs, four airplane rides, and one missing suitcase later- I have made it to Auckland! I am staying in South Auckland with a lovely lady named Susan, who is an old friend of an old work contact of my dad's, until the 15th, when I will be able to move into my on campus flat.
For now, I'm about to head off on a walk so I can familiarize myself with this area, and most likely get lost!
For now, I'm about to head off on a walk so I can familiarize myself with this area, and most likely get lost!
Monday, February 8, 2010
The journey begins
Here I am, at the Portland airport. Enjoying the free Wi-Fi PDX offers, and about to head to Los Angeles, and then to Melbourne, and then to Sydney, and then finally to Auckland. I'm a mere 36ish (miserable) hours away from beginning my 4+ months in New Zealand. I managed to get my visa and pack everything at the last minute, and I'm certain I forgot several things, but I'm off!
Goodbye everyone, I'll talk to you from the other side of the world!
Goodbye everyone, I'll talk to you from the other side of the world!
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