Sunday, October 30, 2011
Saturday, October 29, 2011
The Catlins
We took our first excursion out of town this weekend. We drove to the Catlins, an area along the east coast of Southland, New Zealand. In our first hour on the road, I believe I saw more sheep than in my entire prior life. Our first stop was at Waipapa Point. There we saw and heard several sea lions. It was a lot more interesting to see them on the beach than in a zoo habitat. Another man got a bit close, but fortunately did not provoke these massive creatures.
We then walked up to the nearby Waipapa Point lighthouse. This is a beautifully restored lighthouse. We were almost alone at the site, save for four to six others until we were ready to leave. That was when a tour bus pulled in as we left.
Next stop, Curio Bay and a large fossil forests on the coast. We were not fortunate enough to see any of the rare yellow-eyed penguins this trip. Nearby, surfers were heading out to enjoy a beautiful day and modest surf.
The highlight of the trip was a visit to a working organic sheep farm. We went on an hour horseback ride at Te Taunga, www.catlinshorsriding.co.nz , near Owaka. The ride was across part of the 1600 acre farm. Our horses had a steep climb up a 140 meter hill overlooking the valley below. There is a spectacular view from the summit of the meeting of three bodies of water. The Owaka and Catlin rivers meet the Pacific at Pounawea, as the Maori call it. At the top our horses were a bit put off by sustained 60 kph winds. It is a beautiful area and we plan a longer return visit with a longer morning ride on the beach.
Wednesday, October 26, 2011
Starry, starry night
For the first time since we arrived in New Zealand, there are clear skies at night. We have some street lights around so viewing is not ideal, but in only four or five minutes I saw two meteors streak overhead.
It has been decades since I was an astronomy lab assistant spending hours looking up and I am lost in a sea of bright, beautiful stars that are foreign to me. I will have to get a guide to the southern sky that I can take with me to a dark area and have a good look around. If the clear skies prevail, the new moon will make for ideal stargazing, just in time for the weekend.
It has been decades since I was an astronomy lab assistant spending hours looking up and I am lost in a sea of bright, beautiful stars that are foreign to me. I will have to get a guide to the southern sky that I can take with me to a dark area and have a good look around. If the clear skies prevail, the new moon will make for ideal stargazing, just in time for the weekend.
Monday, October 24, 2011
Sunday, October 23, 2011
The morning after
No spoilers! For my slugabed family and friends in the States, who have yet to watch the Rugby World Cup, I will defer any comments on the match or its outcome.
Earlier I posted that we had visited Queen's Park, but I was mistaken. We were in Otepuni Gardens.
Tara and I made it to Sunday services and then spent a quiet day at home before going out to a nearby restaurant and pub. They are adjacent to each other and only a couple of blocks from our flat. Supper was quite good. I had Toad in the Hole, which as far as I can tell is the same as bangers and mash- sausages and mashed potatoes with green beans and peas. They had me with the name. After dinner I had a short black, a small cup of very strong coffee.
We then saw the entire rugby match from the adjacent pub with several local fans, a large satellite TV screen, and many varieties of brew on-tap. Apparently one can bring children to a pub here and there was off-site betting as well with smaller screens showing horse races. One could also play pool or darts. There was an outside area with a roaring fireplace.
Tara just cleared off breakfast and I am finishing my tea. The sky is blue and partly cloudy. Threatened gale force spring winds have not materialized. So far there have not been any clear nights for star gazing. Later we will go for a walk in Queen's Park. We have reviewed travel brochures for the area and have the prospect of several local weekend hikes and excursions in the months to come.
Tomorrow I go for an orientation day at work. Wednesday, I begin work in earnest.
Earlier I posted that we had visited Queen's Park, but I was mistaken. We were in Otepuni Gardens.
Tara and I made it to Sunday services and then spent a quiet day at home before going out to a nearby restaurant and pub. They are adjacent to each other and only a couple of blocks from our flat. Supper was quite good. I had Toad in the Hole, which as far as I can tell is the same as bangers and mash- sausages and mashed potatoes with green beans and peas. They had me with the name. After dinner I had a short black, a small cup of very strong coffee.
We then saw the entire rugby match from the adjacent pub with several local fans, a large satellite TV screen, and many varieties of brew on-tap. Apparently one can bring children to a pub here and there was off-site betting as well with smaller screens showing horse races. One could also play pool or darts. There was an outside area with a roaring fireplace.
Tara just cleared off breakfast and I am finishing my tea. The sky is blue and partly cloudy. Threatened gale force spring winds have not materialized. So far there have not been any clear nights for star gazing. Later we will go for a walk in Queen's Park. We have reviewed travel brochures for the area and have the prospect of several local weekend hikes and excursions in the months to come.
Tomorrow I go for an orientation day at work. Wednesday, I begin work in earnest.
Saturday, October 22, 2011
One for all and two for Three!...
...Musketeers that is. Anyway, that is what I said to the lady at the Reading Cinema when ordering tickets for "The Three Musketeers in 3-D". She got it, but Tara groaned. We saw "Johnny English Reborn" at eleven a.m. and then walked around downtown. For lunch, we went to a turkish restaurant. The lamb and chips was excellent (a bit spicy which I like) although the portion was enough for two. I had a "tall black" with it, a large strong cup of coffee- delicious and strong enough to overcome the spice of the meal.
We walked an hour and a half, checking out shops, info on flats for rent, offers for travel and places to eat.
We also saw St. Mary's Basilica (1905) and Otepuni Gardens. I will post photos as words will not do either justice. We did not go inside the basilica. That will wait until morning.
After the second movie, we stopped at the Pak N Save, a big box grocery with a large selection. We finally got salt (salt substitute not to be found here), more milk and some canned vegetables. We have only a little room, so do not want to buy too much at once.
With such a large lunch followed by drinks and a shared expresso brownie at Starbuck's, we will have only soup, juice and tea tonight. My tummy is still very happy.
The skies cleared considerably today. I hope to catch my first glimpse of the southern stars shortly. Pictures to follow. Tomorrow evening we plan to get dinner and drinks at the nearby pub- if we can get in. The rugby match starts at nine p.m. I understand little of the game (apologies to my two children who do or have played), but do know an historic event when I see one.
We walked an hour and a half, checking out shops, info on flats for rent, offers for travel and places to eat.
We also saw St. Mary's Basilica (1905) and Otepuni Gardens. I will post photos as words will not do either justice. We did not go inside the basilica. That will wait until morning.
After the second movie, we stopped at the Pak N Save, a big box grocery with a large selection. We finally got salt (salt substitute not to be found here), more milk and some canned vegetables. We have only a little room, so do not want to buy too much at once.
With such a large lunch followed by drinks and a shared expresso brownie at Starbuck's, we will have only soup, juice and tea tonight. My tummy is still very happy.
The skies cleared considerably today. I hope to catch my first glimpse of the southern stars shortly. Pictures to follow. Tomorrow evening we plan to get dinner and drinks at the nearby pub- if we can get in. The rugby match starts at nine p.m. I understand little of the game (apologies to my two children who do or have played), but do know an historic event when I see one.
Friday, October 21, 2011
A what warning?
Before filling you in on Friday, 21 October... Today we had a good rest and awoke to early morning light. I turned on the living room light and television. Upon flipping through channels, I was notified of the local weather forecast and a tsunami warning. There were no details at first and I started Google Earth to see where we are in respect to the sea. We are at a towering elevation of nine meters. At least we are across the street from hospital. A subsequent announcement shows the offending earthquake to the northeast of the north island.
Yesterday was productive. Tara and I made a trip to the supermarket in the morning. Food costs are higher than in the States, but the meat is very pretty. Yams are small and orange-red. Tara did not venture to buy any as yet. I had a brief meeting at Southland Hospital to sign some papers and get additional information on our flat and loaner car. We drive (and walk) on the left in New Zealand. There is a law, not yet rescinded, in which a car turning right opposite a car turning left has the right of way! Go figure. I also asked about work attire. Casual is the way to go. Ties are rare and I was told I would stand out were I to wear a white coat. I was shown the senior doctors' parking lot, the residence (on-grounds) of the chief medical officer, shown where my office will be and briefly met the woman who will serve as my secretary. I also dropped off my MRSA screening tests.
The hospital visit was brief and I was home in an hour. Tara and I ate soup and then went out to get my IRD number. This is a tax number similar to a social security number. I found the office fine, but a notice on the door stated we needed to call for an appointment. We went inside and called the number. I was advised that for $10 NZ we could go to a NZAA office (the local AAA) and fill out an expedited application- getting my number by phone in two business days. Monday, October 24th is Labour Day, a holiday. While at AA, the staff member was very helpful (a common trait in New Zealand) and helped us transfer our US AAA membership while in New Zealand. She also gave us maps of Invercargill, the south island, and Queenstown- a warmer coastal city two hours to the north. Later, when we buy a car, we can get insurance through AA and qualify for a lower rate if we get New Zealand driver's licences.
We then went to one of the banks to open an account. We were worked in on the spot by yet another very helpful person and were done in about forty minutes. We also learned that insurance, including renter's insurance, can be bought at the bank.
Tsunami warning cancelled at 8:32 a.m. local- Yay!
We saw Queen's Park briefly while going to/from AA. It looks beautiful. Three more trips wound up our chores. I bought a multi-function printer. Electronics costs are similar to the States. Furniture, in another part of the store, are another matter. Gulp! We then stopped at the green grocer. The carrots were beautiful. Tara got cabbage for supper to go with the lemmon-pepper Hoki (fish) we got earlier. She also got tips on preparing the local yams, but did not buy any. The proprietor refers to the hospital, with its physicians of varied origins, as the United Nations. We got home and Tara began cooking. I went out for forgotten items (and still forgot salt). By seven p.m., we were both tired. Instead of staying up to watch Whales versus Australia (television versus local pub in walking distance) we went to sleep early and got up thirteen hours later.
For today, Tara and I are going to do something we have not done in several weeks- go to the cinema. We will see the new Johnny English movie (love Rowan Atkinson) walk around a bit and eat and then return for The Three Musketeers in the afternoon.
If you want to see our flat, one of four at this address, use Google Earth to look at 146 Kew Rd., Invercargill, New Zealand. The white roofs behind are the place we park.
Yesterday was productive. Tara and I made a trip to the supermarket in the morning. Food costs are higher than in the States, but the meat is very pretty. Yams are small and orange-red. Tara did not venture to buy any as yet. I had a brief meeting at Southland Hospital to sign some papers and get additional information on our flat and loaner car. We drive (and walk) on the left in New Zealand. There is a law, not yet rescinded, in which a car turning right opposite a car turning left has the right of way! Go figure. I also asked about work attire. Casual is the way to go. Ties are rare and I was told I would stand out were I to wear a white coat. I was shown the senior doctors' parking lot, the residence (on-grounds) of the chief medical officer, shown where my office will be and briefly met the woman who will serve as my secretary. I also dropped off my MRSA screening tests.
The hospital visit was brief and I was home in an hour. Tara and I ate soup and then went out to get my IRD number. This is a tax number similar to a social security number. I found the office fine, but a notice on the door stated we needed to call for an appointment. We went inside and called the number. I was advised that for $10 NZ we could go to a NZAA office (the local AAA) and fill out an expedited application- getting my number by phone in two business days. Monday, October 24th is Labour Day, a holiday. While at AA, the staff member was very helpful (a common trait in New Zealand) and helped us transfer our US AAA membership while in New Zealand. She also gave us maps of Invercargill, the south island, and Queenstown- a warmer coastal city two hours to the north. Later, when we buy a car, we can get insurance through AA and qualify for a lower rate if we get New Zealand driver's licences.
We then went to one of the banks to open an account. We were worked in on the spot by yet another very helpful person and were done in about forty minutes. We also learned that insurance, including renter's insurance, can be bought at the bank.
Tsunami warning cancelled at 8:32 a.m. local- Yay!
We saw Queen's Park briefly while going to/from AA. It looks beautiful. Three more trips wound up our chores. I bought a multi-function printer. Electronics costs are similar to the States. Furniture, in another part of the store, are another matter. Gulp! We then stopped at the green grocer. The carrots were beautiful. Tara got cabbage for supper to go with the lemmon-pepper Hoki (fish) we got earlier. She also got tips on preparing the local yams, but did not buy any. The proprietor refers to the hospital, with its physicians of varied origins, as the United Nations. We got home and Tara began cooking. I went out for forgotten items (and still forgot salt). By seven p.m., we were both tired. Instead of staying up to watch Whales versus Australia (television versus local pub in walking distance) we went to sleep early and got up thirteen hours later.
For today, Tara and I are going to do something we have not done in several weeks- go to the cinema. We will see the new Johnny English movie (love Rowan Atkinson) walk around a bit and eat and then return for The Three Musketeers in the afternoon.
If you want to see our flat, one of four at this address, use Google Earth to look at 146 Kew Rd., Invercargill, New Zealand. The white roofs behind are the place we park.
Thursday, October 20, 2011
Arrival in Invercargill
Tara and I have arrived in Invercargill. Air New Zealand has wonderful crew and that feed you much better than American airlines. Their on-time service- not so much. Zero for three. On the first leg of our trip today, the plane failed to meet specs and we had to deplane and board another plan about one hour later than the original flight. For staff and service- A, equipment B (generally nice and spacious, but some signs of aging such as the worn remotes on the earlier trans-Pacific flight), schedule C-.
Upon arriving in Invercargill we could see green fields, bordered by rows of vegetation, similar to what we saw landing at Christchurch. We also saw many sheep, grazing between runways. The wind was strong and a bit cold. We were met at the airport by a woman who did not realize our arrival was delayed two hours. I’ll blast a phone service provider later.
We are in a flat provided by the hospital for the first six weeks. I also have a loaner car (manual shift, right-sided controls) and managed to get us to the KFC for dinner. It took us awhile to comprehend our menu choices. Tara was thrilled to find Mountain Dew, while I had Peepsie (spelled phonetically). Tomato sauce for my chips (ketchup for fries) carried a $1.00 NZ surcharge ($1.47 with tax). Most everything in New Zealand appears to have a charge (hotel internet, breakfast) but our Auckland hotel newspapers were gratis and the New Zealand Herald is a real newspaper at that- full-sized with local news in abundance. On the way home, my driving amused Tara so much, she nearly peed herself. It was mostly trying to stop the wipers whose control is where our turn signals are in the States. I nearly had to lock her out in the cold until she composed herself.
Time for bed- I have some paperwork in the a.m. We have unpacked and eaten. I have set up a wireless network and network-attached storage. We have several adapters for the local electricity.
First meal in New Zealand
Tara and I walked down to the habour in Auckland through a cool drizzle. We went by the wharf passing a couple of nice restaurants in each direction. We made our way to the bars and restaurants by the Hilton. Tara (never-met-a-stranger) inquired of two locals where was a good place to eat. Their first and primary recommendation was Euro. The bill of fare posted outside was promising. Despite no reservations we were able to be seated although the table was needed in ninety minutes. If it ever takes me ninety minutes to eat, well I guess I'll be back to eating strained prunes by then.
Our server was very attentive and helpful, as well as very British in his speech. We started with warm bread, nice enough in itself, but made wonderful with a butter-mushroom-truffle spread. Tara had prawns which were seasoned and breaded as well as I have ever tasted (she shared one) and I had a truffle-cauliflower soup which was much nicer than it probably sounds to most. Tara had rotisserie chicken and cole slaw, while I chose lamb on chick peas in a barbeque sauce. The recommended Syrah was quite good. I fear I did not note whether it was domestic or not. Tara apologised for not remembering our server's name at which point he gave it- for the first time. "Well, there you are". We Americans can be a bit familiar. No room for desert, but we could not have picked a nicer place for our first meal in New Zealand. Food and service were impeccable. Next time I will call ahead for reservations and allow time and room for desert.
I considered going next to a nearby comedy club and calibrating my sense of humour in this culture, but we decided rest and a little time catching up on the internet would be more reasonable after a long trip and some residual sleep deficit. We rested well, although briefly awakened as Auckland's downtown reverberated between two and three a.m. with the revelries of Kiwis anticipating the World Cup in four days with New Zealand's All Black facing off in the finals against France.
Our server was very attentive and helpful, as well as very British in his speech. We started with warm bread, nice enough in itself, but made wonderful with a butter-mushroom-truffle spread. Tara had prawns which were seasoned and breaded as well as I have ever tasted (she shared one) and I had a truffle-cauliflower soup which was much nicer than it probably sounds to most. Tara had rotisserie chicken and cole slaw, while I chose lamb on chick peas in a barbeque sauce. The recommended Syrah was quite good. I fear I did not note whether it was domestic or not. Tara apologised for not remembering our server's name at which point he gave it- for the first time. "Well, there you are". We Americans can be a bit familiar. No room for desert, but we could not have picked a nicer place for our first meal in New Zealand. Food and service were impeccable. Next time I will call ahead for reservations and allow time and room for desert.
I considered going next to a nearby comedy club and calibrating my sense of humour in this culture, but we decided rest and a little time catching up on the internet would be more reasonable after a long trip and some residual sleep deficit. We rested well, although briefly awakened as Auckland's downtown reverberated between two and three a.m. with the revelries of Kiwis anticipating the World Cup in four days with New Zealand's All Black facing off in the finals against France.
Tuesday, October 18, 2011
Arrived Auckland
The flight on Air New Zealand was delayed leaving Los Angeles, but otherwise uneventful. We had a pleasant dinner (wine included in economy). I was able to sleep most of the 13 hour trip and saw most of two recent movies in the time I was awake.
Customs was quick. Tara got to converse more once it was known she is in law enforcement in the States. On an impulse, I decided we would rent a car rather than take a taxi. The person at Avis was able to find my business account and put us in a Toyota Corolla. Our five large suitcases just fit but I had to put Tara's carry-on between my legs to keep the rear window clear. Tara drove (right-sided conrols, left lane) while I referred to the map that the lady in Avis had kindly marked with directions. Tara had driven on the left in Aruba, but the controls were not switched as they are here.
We made it to the hotel and located the car park. We got a nap and shower before going to meet a representitive of the medical council of New Zealand. We were given directions on how to return along the bay. Tara is now famished so off to eat we go. Pretty city. More later (and pictures).
Customs was quick. Tara got to converse more once it was known she is in law enforcement in the States. On an impulse, I decided we would rent a car rather than take a taxi. The person at Avis was able to find my business account and put us in a Toyota Corolla. Our five large suitcases just fit but I had to put Tara's carry-on between my legs to keep the rear window clear. Tara drove (right-sided conrols, left lane) while I referred to the map that the lady in Avis had kindly marked with directions. Tara had driven on the left in Aruba, but the controls were not switched as they are here.
We made it to the hotel and located the car park. We got a nap and shower before going to meet a representitive of the medical council of New Zealand. We were given directions on how to return along the bay. Tara is now famished so off to eat we go. Pretty city. More later (and pictures).
Monday, October 17, 2011
Up up and away!
We have flown across the USA today. In 14 minutes we board a plane for Auckland, New Zealand. I could not install the international SIM cards in our phones. Details. Got to go. This will be fun if I can get past the details.
Back in six months for visit. Love to family and friends.
Back in six months for visit. Love to family and friends.
Sunday, October 16, 2011
Say Goodnight Gracie
Moderately tired. Lots I could do. Much will have to wait.
Three of us just wrenched the last screw out of the last license tag to turn in tomorrow. I nearly put my left trapezius into spasm getting it loose.
Today started with church, followed by a family breakfast. Tara spent time with an ailing aunt while I took a peek at some family videos with my parents. Earlier this summer I had several dozen home videos spanning the last quarter century digitized onto a two terabyte drive. I made this available to my parents while Tara and I are away.
Tara and I repacked and weighed our luggage and had dinner with our families.
Now we need to not stay up too late. Tomorrow is a big day and we will need our wits about us. I look forward to the opportunities that this position and trip promise.
Three of us just wrenched the last screw out of the last license tag to turn in tomorrow. I nearly put my left trapezius into spasm getting it loose.
Today started with church, followed by a family breakfast. Tara spent time with an ailing aunt while I took a peek at some family videos with my parents. Earlier this summer I had several dozen home videos spanning the last quarter century digitized onto a two terabyte drive. I made this available to my parents while Tara and I are away.
Tara and I repacked and weighed our luggage and had dinner with our families.
Now we need to not stay up too late. Tomorrow is a big day and we will need our wits about us. I look forward to the opportunities that this position and trip promise.
Saturday, October 15, 2011
Back to beginnings
My wife Tara and I could have left for New Zealand five days ago, but with a 35th college reunion this weekend, I wanted a chance to renew the aquaintance of many of the people who shared that important time in my life. This whole week has been filled with last minute tasks and good-byes.
Tara and I worked our last days (for a while) in the U.S.A. on October 10, 2011. On the 12th, Tara sold her car. This was fortunate as otherwise we would have had to drive two cars to my 35th reunion at Randolph-Macon College and then to our parents homes in coastal North Carolina. Tara had swapped trailers with a friend so we could transport her candy-apple red Honda Shadow 750 behind us.
We got out of our home in Hendersonville,North Carolina just after 11:30 a.m. on the 13th. One more trip to the storage units and a brief stop for brunch with two daughters, a fiancee, and the youngest grandson, Liam- only six weeks old. We had fifteen minutes according to Google Maps if we were to get to the college in time for the first event that evening.
Tara drove and I navigated which is basically how most of our road trips go. A campus police officer, she works nights. Between her topsy-turvey sleep schedule and the excitement of the last day, she got almost no sleep on our makeshift air mattress. Despite this she drove the approximately seven hour trip with almost no break and we made it to Randolph-Macon College in time to hear an excellent presentation by Charles Krauthammer about healthcare in the United States. One of my hopes working in a hospital in New Zealand for a year is to see how they deliver quality healthcare for significantly less cost than we do.
Friday the 14th, two of our friends, Brenda and Darrel came up from their home in Virginia to see us. We met them along with a couple from Georgia, Tiffany and Ron, on a land-cruise trip to Alaska in 2008. Since then Tara and I have travelled with one or both couples several times. It was great to see Brenda and Darrel. They like historic sites and we went to Hanover Tavern which dates back to 1733. In the 1950s,
one of my former professors, the late David S. "Pete" Kilgore, his wife Nancy, and three others established Barksdale Theatre, the nation's first dinner theatre at that site.
Last night and today, Tara and I participated in Homecoming activities. It was great to see so many people again. Some e-mails were exchanged and I hope to keep in touch. It was also moving to note the traditions of the school go on. There is another generation benefitting from a liberal arts education and, as in my case, the opportunity to prepare for subsequent medical training. Greek life and athletics are also alive and well at R-MC. Tara observed that all of the students she spoke to were pleasant and polite.
Now we are at Tara's parents' home. In less than forty hours we head for the airport and start the first leg of our trip to Invercargill, New Zealand, culminating a year of preparations. I hope to share some of our motives, experiences and photographs for family, friends and others with interests in travel, healthcare, and our personal journey.
Tara and I worked our last days (for a while) in the U.S.A. on October 10, 2011. On the 12th, Tara sold her car. This was fortunate as otherwise we would have had to drive two cars to my 35th reunion at Randolph-Macon College and then to our parents homes in coastal North Carolina. Tara had swapped trailers with a friend so we could transport her candy-apple red Honda Shadow 750 behind us.
We got out of our home in Hendersonville,North Carolina just after 11:30 a.m. on the 13th. One more trip to the storage units and a brief stop for brunch with two daughters, a fiancee, and the youngest grandson, Liam- only six weeks old. We had fifteen minutes according to Google Maps if we were to get to the college in time for the first event that evening.
Tara drove and I navigated which is basically how most of our road trips go. A campus police officer, she works nights. Between her topsy-turvey sleep schedule and the excitement of the last day, she got almost no sleep on our makeshift air mattress. Despite this she drove the approximately seven hour trip with almost no break and we made it to Randolph-Macon College in time to hear an excellent presentation by Charles Krauthammer about healthcare in the United States. One of my hopes working in a hospital in New Zealand for a year is to see how they deliver quality healthcare for significantly less cost than we do.
Friday the 14th, two of our friends, Brenda and Darrel came up from their home in Virginia to see us. We met them along with a couple from Georgia, Tiffany and Ron, on a land-cruise trip to Alaska in 2008. Since then Tara and I have travelled with one or both couples several times. It was great to see Brenda and Darrel. They like historic sites and we went to Hanover Tavern which dates back to 1733. In the 1950s,
one of my former professors, the late David S. "Pete" Kilgore, his wife Nancy, and three others established Barksdale Theatre, the nation's first dinner theatre at that site.
Last night and today, Tara and I participated in Homecoming activities. It was great to see so many people again. Some e-mails were exchanged and I hope to keep in touch. It was also moving to note the traditions of the school go on. There is another generation benefitting from a liberal arts education and, as in my case, the opportunity to prepare for subsequent medical training. Greek life and athletics are also alive and well at R-MC. Tara observed that all of the students she spoke to were pleasant and polite.
Now we are at Tara's parents' home. In less than forty hours we head for the airport and start the first leg of our trip to Invercargill, New Zealand, culminating a year of preparations. I hope to share some of our motives, experiences and photographs for family, friends and others with interests in travel, healthcare, and our personal journey.
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