My time in Christchurch was totally unplanned and a very ‘go with the flow’ kinda moment and experience. Something I think I needed as I’m usually a very organized and go go go kinda person I knew I was going there for a month while my family friends that lived in the city went on vacation (they went to ANTIGUA in the Caribbean to visit their friends – my family included. Funny right?). And while Read more…
Here we are folks! About 3 months into my journey in New Zealand – where am I and what have I done? Let’s recap: I landed in Auckland, NZ in February and got my bearings. I went on a 23 day bus tour all around New Zealand (you can read about it here). I returned to home base – Auckland city by March. So, what’s next on my agenda? House sitting!! In Christchurch!! Now, what Read more…
Disclaimer: I am a mere tourist. These views and perspectives may or may not be anything CLOSE to what represents the Maori culture. They are simply my observations. However, I do plan to make a Maori friend to help me get a real understanding of what it’s all about. Who or what is Maori? Maori are the first people (ever) to live in New Zealand. They are thee New Zealanders. The day ones. The original Read more…
I need to learn to embrace the things and places around me.
Embrace the new surroundings.
Embrace the new people.
During my first 3-4 of months in New Zealand (and I think after the shock of my move to everyone tbh), I received messages from a few of you, inquiring about my journey and what it’s been like actually LIVING in this new country (that most of us know little to nothing about – if we were being honest). I compiled the most common questions (and added some others I thought you may be curious Read more…