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| 28th March 2008 Vanessa | taps (faucets) in NZ - From: Kiwi Culture is setting in Hi, your blog is so funny, it gives me a different perspective on my own country. for your tap problem, you should have both taps running at the same time, cup your hands, fill it with cold water, then fill it a little bit with hot water, and you get lukewarm water to wash your face! wow kiwi ingenuity i know.. hahaha.. |
| 14th October 2007 Jess | Wierd... - From: Kiwi Culture is setting in About your taps, most households have combined spouts with the lever thing you twist about to get the ideal temperature of water, only old houses don't have them. I'm guessing you're probably staying in University accomodation, which is usually cheap and crappy. And also what do you mean by, "what is a mince anyway??" a mince pie is a pastry case filled with mince (minced beef) and gravy. Savoury and delicious! |
| 12th March 2007 anonymous | - From: Chateau de Chenonceau oh la la. |
| 25th February 2007 Ngaire | You get around girl! - From: Where the English Things Are... What an awesome birthday bula! |
| 25th February 2007 anonymous | - From: To the Heights of Europe: An Alpine Ascent in Chamonix Hey Bula, you are outdoing yourself!! Thanks for the awesome updates of you holiday, I am stoked that you are having such a good time. Love always Ngaire |
| 25th February 2007 Ngaire | Happy new year - From: St. Sylvestre sous le Tour Eiffel! New Year's Eve Under the Eiffel Tower! How wonderful!!! All the NZ kids back together again!! I wish I was there too, I celebrated the new year at a dub concert in a Gisborne winery, pretty different from FRANCE! Love Ngaire |
| 24th February 2007 Connie | Seal! - From: Frohes Fest! Joyeux Nöel! Merry Christmas! That seal is simply adorable!!! Also, Germany and Christmas seem meant for one another. |
| 1st February 2007 Maggie | The card was from CHARTRES! - From: To the Heights of Europe: An Alpine Ascent in Chamonix Well, I meant to say I loved the card from Chartres, (not Chamonix), but I was so enamored of the photos of Chamonix, I forgot my French! |
| 31st January 2007 Maggie Dimon | Merci beaucoup! - From: To the Heights of Europe: An Alpine Ascent in Chamonix Shelly, I loved the card you sent from Chamonix. I cut off the cover and taped it to my bedroom windowpane so that the sun shines through the stained glass window reproductions. It's beautiful. So glad you and Phil enjoyed Chartres (and everything else). Your web site is wonderful (Thanks to Mary Henry for telling me about it!) Meilleurs voeux--la mere de Philippe |
| 23rd January 2007 Christian | It has been a pleasure - From: Frohes Fest! Joyeux Nöel! Merry Christmas! Hi Shelly, It was good having you here for xmas and I am glad that you liked it. Well, I still have some remarks about the blog entry. Firstly, we had Gluehwein and Feuerzangenbowle. It is called Christkindlmarkt or Weihnachtsmarkt. Furthermore - and that is really important to us Germans - it the the Autobahn and we had no Sauerkraut for dinner... Never! Only the "funny" bavarians have it... Ok, I just had some for dinner too.. But there was no Sauerkraut for Xmas dinner! ;-) And last but not least the Husum Aquarium is called Multimar Wattforum and is in Toenning ;-) Despite all this it was an awesome time with you! Miss you heaps and hope to welcome you soon again! Your NZ bro Christian |
| 9th January 2007 Luke | Funny little bus - From: I'm Hungary, let's eat Buda!: Budapest Shelly, I thoroughly enjoy your lively writings and photo journalism skills. Thank you for painting such vivid mental imagery. |
| 11th December 2006 Carynn | - From: Czechin' Out Prague Where is the video clip?? |
| 5th December 2006 Rachelbeth | soon... - From: I'm Hungary, let's eat Buda!: Budapest we'll be together again in our travels sooooooo excited!!! the countdown is on, Luv Ya |
| 26th November 2006 Auntie Debbie!!!!! | to my world traveler - From: Czechin' Out Prague Bonjour, my beautiful neice! Well, now that you've peaked my interest in Budapest, Hungary and Prague, looks like I may need to have look see myself! Never thought of visiting those countries before now. Hoping maybe you could be my tour guide...HMMM?? "Miss world traveler! Miss you like crazy, and Love you the same! Auntie Debbie |
| 24th November 2006 Angela and Larry from SGI | Wow - From: Czechin' Out Prague Bonjour mon amie! You are quite the story teller. We have enjoyed reading your journals and traveling vicariously through your pictures and comments. Au revoir! We look forward to your next post |
| 24th November 2006 Mommie | When can I go?! - From: Czechin' Out Prague Oh girls, your adventure was solid, for sure! Can't wait to hear the details, and the pics are great, as always Shell!! Love the hats! You're stylin' now, lookout everyone, here come the American glamor girls! Leaving their mark on the world! Well Shell, again you've introduced us to cities we know little of, and they are all certainly worth visiting some day. I only hope that we will be so lucky to do half of the things you are doing!! What memories you're creating...you have much to be thankful for this Thanksgiving week! Have a yummy turkey dinner, sweetie! We miss you!! SWAK! M |
| 24th November 2006 Ngaire | Hey Bula - From: Czechin' Out Prague Hey Bula, Check you out baby!!! Looks like you are having an awesome time- and that hat is awesome Take Care Love your kiwi sista Ngaire |
| 19th October 2006 Jules | - From: Chateau sighting and hanging with Leo Davinci! Shiz! Sounds like y'all are having so much fun! I'm glad you have friends you can play uno and drink wine with. I wish I was one of them, but oh well...Keep having fun and taking beautiful pictures. And I love how you're rockin the leggins in Tours :) Love you much & Kizz too--Jules |
| 19th October 2006 Carynn & Alonso | :) !! - From: Chateau sighting and hanging with Leo Davinci! SHellllyyyyyyyyyyy! It's Alonso and Carynn here- reading your blogs. They are really fun and entertaining! Did you get my blender from Leonardo's? I let him borrow it ages ago and he never returned it, figures. Well, can't wait to hear more! Wish we were there :( (Alonso) Try to go to le football (soccer) game!!! The most famous team is Paris Saint German. We love ya! Keep having fun! --Alonsito and Carynnie :) |
| 17th October 2006 Brenda | The Loire Valley - From: Chateau sighting and hanging with Leo Davinci! Shelly, lovin' your latest adventures. If I were there I would do exactly the same things! Keep up the pictures and notes, they are so historic and funny too! By the way, when you get ready to come home, I would love some sweet white wine from the Loire Valley. I first drank some in Paris myself when I was young, and then a French friend recommended them again a few years ago. Write me at gamboa_brenda@emc.com if you can bring back some wine. I will of course pay for it! Have a wonderful time! All my best to you, Brenda. |
| 17th October 2006 Mommie | Oh my! - From: Chateau sighting and hanging with Leo Davinci! Tours is beautiful, Shell! I see why you plan to be a repeat visitor. The Chateau is gorgeous, the cathedral, very impressive! You've actually stood at the foot of Davinci's grave, yes Mr. Hanks would be envious, I'm sure! Keep having fun, sweetie, all eyes are on you! Love to Kelly, SWAK! M |
| 17th October 2006 Mommie | Pretty little town! - From: Settling into my French hometown Looks like Chatellerault is lovely, Shell. The river's pretty, and architecture too. I love the little house. Glad the weather's been good. And you're having no problem making new friends. I'm sure adjusting to the new culture, language, etc. can be somewhat tiring, but as time passes, it'll be easier. You're resourceful, so I'm confident you'll find many new and interesting ways to fill your down time. Not only will you learn about the history and culture of France, etc, but also about yourself! We should all be so blessed! SWAK! M |
| 17th October 2006 Mommie | Ahhhh, to be in Paris again... - From: A Parisian Love Affair How do I love Paris? Let me count the ways! It is such an extraordinarily beautiful city, didn't I tell you Shell? You've retraced my steps thirty years (choke) ago, and now my excitement is rekindled! Thanks for taking such wonderful pictures of your visit...because when I was there, all I had was a ten dollar Kodak Instamatic! The pics from my visit are aging faster than I am! SWAK! M |
| 17th October 2006 Christian | so jealous! - From: Chateau sighting and hanging with Leo Davinci! hi shelly love! i am so jealous about your adventures in france... i have to work :-( hopeto travel with you soon! we have to figure something out! anyway, it looks like you are having heaps of fun! keep me posted and send you old friend an email from time to time, will you? ;-) love ya! christian |
| 17th October 2006 Auntie Debbie!!!!! | I can hardly believe the architecture! - From: Chateau sighting and hanging with Leo Davinci! wow!! thanks so much for keeping us up-dated on your travels! your are sooo blessed and I will have hoards of questions when you come and visit here. Yes, to the Chateau Duck (** Love you, shelllyxxxoooo |
| 16th October 2006 anonymous | - From: Chateau sighting and hanging with Leo Davinci! Wow Bula, another amazing adventure in your travels.. Now I want to visit Tours too. There is soo much cool stuff to see in France man, what a contrast to you time in NZ where it is just moutains and bush to look at and history that dates back to 1850. Good luck with your first week of teaching girl. Love Ngaire |
| 16th October 2006 Ngaire | - From: Settling into my French hometown Wow Bula, your little town is sooo cute! That is so cool man, living there for seven whole months! I hope it is nice and warm for ya...unlike my windy Welly. Love Ngaire xxx |
| 16th October 2006 Ngaire | - From: A Parisian Love Affair My ShellyBula, you are just fantastic!! I loved your trip through Paris it looked like you had loads of fun. And so your a member of yet another internatiobal family....man I can't wait for your family reunions! All the best with your travels Love from your Kiwi sister Ngaire |
| 16th October 2006 Ashley Eskew | From the Redhead in Australia :) - From: A Redhead in Paris... Shelly! It's sooo good to see that you're having a wonderful time! You're travel lessons sound a lot like some that i have learned thus far ! The pictures are amazing as always! I hope you continue to have an amazing time! You'll be happy to know Alison and I have booked a trip to New Zealand and have looked into many of your suggestions! More details to come :) I am soooo excited from what you said and your other travel blogs! I'll talk to you soon! Tell Ms Kelly Jakes hello for me too !:) Love you! |
| 8th October 2006 Helma | You're so close!! - From: A Redhead in Paris... Shelly!! I can't believe you're in Paris, since I've just been there 2 months ago (and visited Mont Martre and the creepy bone collection, I did not like that at all, while my boyfriend had heaps of fun making photos of the skuls, like you ;-)). Have fun in the land of chroissant et pain chocolat (love them!!!). Gonna see you in december!!! XX helma |
| 8th October 2006 Christian | gute reise! - From: A Redhead in Paris... hi shelly! hope you are ok and settled down already... what about your plans for the break? take care my nz-sister! |
| 5th October 2006 MHH | Hola! - From: A Redhead in Paris... Looks like you are having a blast...you are missing a beautiful fall at Kanuga :) Miss you!! Be safe!! Much love, MHH |
| 5th October 2006 Grace | Yay! - From: A Redhead in Paris... Shelly! I heart your bones picture. It makes me happy. I don't think bones would make me happy, but what a cool thing to visit! Looks like you're having a rocking time in Paris - can't wait to hear more. :-) Oooh, and I also heart crepes with bananas and Nutella. Mmmm..... Love ya! -Grace |
| 4th October 2006 Tim | Salut - From: A Redhead in Paris... Wow, Shelly -- quite a trip thus far! Good to see your updates, and can't wait to hear how teaching goes. I'm praying for you. Take care! |
| 3rd October 2006 Mommie | You haven't lost your touch! - From: A Redhead in Paris... Well Shell, I see that your exceptionally healthy sense of humor has carried you remarkably well through the ups and downs of your first week in "The City of Lights!" Watch out France, you're in for a lesson on how not to be stuffy! If anybody can let her hair down and "go with the flow," Shelly can! You continue to make me proud, sweetie. Love you always, Mommie |
| 3rd October 2006 anonymous | how much fun! - From: A Redhead in Paris... Hi Shiz! How much fun are y'all having? I'm starting to get jealous...I love the pictures--the one of you & Kelly makes me sad though. Where are Laura and I? Well keep smiling & having fun! Love Jules |
| 3rd October 2006 Rachelbeth | Here ya go again!!!! - From: A Redhead in Paris... I'm so excited for you!!! It sounds like all your travel issues aren't reserved for just the southern hemisphere!!! You better work on yoru french so you can be my translator in Dec!!!! Salut (i think thats right, haha) Luv ya Girl |
| 3rd October 2006 Carynn | SALUT! - From: A Redhead in Paris... YAY! You look good in Paris! When I visit, let's go on a bike tour. |
| 3rd October 2006 Auntie Debbie!!!!! | Bonjour Le petite red head! (" - From: A Redhead in Paris... ?Hola que tal? OOPS! wrong language! mon amie Je suis tout suit! HEE Hee! what the heck did I just say??? I'm am soo happy for you and I'm sure the journey is incredible! I am soo envious of your travels and guess I will just have to live vicariously thorugh you for now.)" That's Ok, better than not knowing about it at all! You are soo beautiful inside and out Shelly! I'm praying for your safety. What a blessed experience! You are truly blessed to have been able to do this. Count your blessing my dear lil' one! (" Can't wait to talk with you in person about your travels. (" much Love your way, Aunt Debbie ..Je' teme (" |
| 3rd October 2006 dad | hi sweetie - From: A Redhead in Paris... glad to see you are having fun as always no matter where you are. please keep these coming as often as you can. we miss you and love you. dad |
| 20th September 2006 Ngaire | Shelly Bula - From: Preparing for France Hey my American Sista, I am looking forward to following your travels through France, See ya soon Ngaire |
| 19th September 2006 Tim | - From: Preparing for France This site is awesome! I knew you were a globe-trotter, but this is amazing! |
| 19th September 2006 Tim | - From: Preparing for France Have a great trip, Shelly! I can't wait to hear what classes are going to be like. You're going to be a great teacher! Email me! |
| 19th September 2006 Christian | hope to see you soon - From: Preparing for France hi shelly-love! hope to see you soon in euopre. i am waiting for you in germany. hope to visit you in france but i am stuck in work - but i am sure that we will have a blat of a nz reunion! love ya! christian |
| 14th August 2006 Carynn Jackson | - From: Preparing for France Bon Voyage, ma souer!!! ;) |
| 24th June 2006 anonymous | - From: saying "See you Soon" to Paradise and an Adventure of a Lifetime Hi Shelly Thank you for the final blog from the south seas! I really enjoyed reading all your blogs. Can't say that I have a favorite. I once lived in NZ and visited virtually every town and city. Had a great time. Are you still going to keep this same site for your European journals? You can be sure that I'll be watching for you this fall. I think you are a wonderful writer and you also take great pictures. All the best to you in the future. Another Shelly. |
| 31st May 2006 Christian | Moin Moin! - From: It Even Rains in Paradise Moin Moin is Northern Fresian for Bulla Bulla! However, the pictures are awesome... |
| 21st March 2006 anonymous | - From: It Even Rains in Paradise Hey Shelly We're still waiting for another blog. You left us hanging in Fiji. What are you up to now? I'm glad you had such a good time in NZ. Take care and fill us in on the rest of your trip, Please! |
| 1st February 2006 Carynn Jackson | BULA! - From: It Even Rains in Paradise Well, you have only yourself to blame for that bad massage...you should have ran when you heard her name "Spunky" |
| 18th January 2006 Ngaire | Yay - From: Venturing into the Yasawas: Heaven on Earth Hey ya Shelly, this looks amazing I am so glad that you had such a fun time in Fiji, Ngaire |
| 12th January 2006 Brenda | You can write a travelogue! - From: Venturing into the Yasawas: Heaven on Earth Shelly, this is Brenda, your Mom's good friend!I have read every one of your entries, though I haven't looked at all the pictures in full image! I agree with Charles on the Fiji picture that was too awesome to be real, it took my breath away! You take my breath away too, with being so brave and resiliant through your wonderful tour of the other side of the world. I loved being there through your eyes! I can see that no matter what you do once you graduate, you will be a traveler and adventurer! You have the gift of words too, so keep on writing! What a wonderful group of friends you have made, and believe me you will be in touch with many of them your whole life. Thank you so much for keeping this up as hard as it must have been, and for sharing with all of us. Take care, love ya! Brenda. |
| 5th January 2006 anonymous | Greetings for 2006 - From: Venturing into the Yasawas: Heaven on Earth Hi Shelly, HAPPY NEW YEAR! I loved reading your blogs. Are there going to be anymore? Hope so! Are you missing Wellington yet? Take care. |
| 22nd December 2005 charles | fake photo - From: Escaping to Paradise: Bula! from beautiful Fiji! that photo of "the view from our hostel" is so fake. stop kidding yourself; you couldn't have been anywhere as that beautiful! |
| 22nd December 2005 Charles | tower - From: Final Day in Aotearoa, New Zealand!! shell -I love all your blogg pics. The one of you under the tower is such a cute picture of you! You keep saying you're not photogenic but I disagree! I love the one of your feet on the tower glass!!! whew! |
| 5th December 2005 Ngaire | Well DoneI - From: Becoming a Farm Girl at KeriKeri Organics Hi ya shelly, Wow that sounded like fun man. That is excatly what people should be doing when they visit New Zealand. The photos are fantastic you and Rach are so funny! Love to you Bula, From Ngaire |
| 5th December 2005 Ngaire | - From: Rotorua:Capital of Maori Culture, steaming geysers, and bubbling mud pools. Hello Shelly You guys rock man, I am glad to hear that Rotorua (The fart of New Zealand) went well for the two of you. I missed you terribly while you were there. Love to ya!! |
| 5th December 2005 Ngaire | woo whoo!! - From: Flying through the Clouds: Sky Diving in Lake Taupo!! Sky dive Taupo! What a an amazing adventure WE ROCK!! Miss you |
| 5th December 2005 Ngaire | My Shelly, My bula - From: I'm Leaving My Heart in the Windy City At last the photos and blogs of the last days of wellington have arrived!! We had so much fun!! Sitting here and reading them has me totally transformed into that wonderland that I experinced when you were in Wellington. Thank you so much for making my first rear of uni a totally unforgetable experience All my love always See you soon my friend.... |
| 4th December 2005 Christian | Heidiho! - From: Final Day in Aotearoa, New Zealand!! Hi Shelly! Awesome text about Taupo (may I use some of your pictures in my travelblog as well? pleas let me know). the working on the organic farm looks like heaps of fun! you are so cute with the tools in the amrican gothic picture! have a good xmas time home! welly has shitty weather! hugs, christian |
| 30th November 2005 anonymous | - From: Final Day in Aotearoa, New Zealand!! Glad to hear that you had such a wonderful time in Wellington. When I was travelling [years ago] that was one of my favorite cities and ended up staying and working there for 11 months. It was [to me] a much friendlier place than Auckland. I found most of the little places to be nicer than big cities generally. Same went for Australia. I loves Western Australia. Especially the drier climate. All the very best to you for a fabulous future. Your pics were also very nice. |
| 25th November 2005 Rachelbeth | We're Freefallin!!!!!! - From: Flying through the Clouds: Sky Diving in Lake Taupo!! Woohoo skydivin...sweet as...we are some crazy chicks!!! How are we gonna top this one?? Thats our next adventure...luv ya and miss ya heaps!!!! Your NZ/ND/NE sista Rachel |
| 24th November 2005 Helma | Howdy girl! - From: Final Day in Aotearoa, New Zealand!! Great to hear that you agree with me. Welly rulez! Id didn't like Auckland at all! Hope that you'll Fiji as much as I did!! You'll have a wonderful time! I just left Christian and Corinna behind, and am now trying to become a cow-girl on a farm south of Balclutha, south of Dunedin! I stay with parents of a friend and have the best time feeding calves and enjoying the farm!! Ask Batz in Mantaray Island to climb in the coconut trees for me!! Hugs, Helma |
| 20th November 2005 Ngaire | Dear Shelly - From: Good Friends, Good Food, and Good Times: A Final Hoorrah at Lake Taupo Bula, like your mum I too shed tear while reading this blog. Taupo was such a massive trip,it was an awesome way to celebrate and it was a fantistic holiday spent with my new family from all over the world. I Hope that you and Rach are having a the time of your lives in Fiji, Wellington is living up to it's nick name and it is incrdibily windy here right now Love you lots and miss you heaps Love from your Kiwi sister Ngaire P.s I just made my first banana cake!!! |
| 20th November 2005 Maryyyy | - From: Mirror lakes, Driftwood beaches, and pancake Rocks: new Zealand's Unruly West Coast-Photos! Oh man is that preety. If you took these pictures, then you have some pretty crazy photography skillZ. I must say. I like the national park picture, it's gorgeous. |
| 20th November 2005 M to the A to the R to the Y. | Huh. - From: In the middle of Political NZ :Prime Minister Helen Clark visits Vic Man. Hard to believe there's such a thing as work over there. I bet you never hear anyone say.."All work and No play!" Other way around, I presume? I liked the 'Here Comes the Sun' photo. It must be nice waking up to that every morning, eh? |
| 20th November 2005 Sister Mary Kathryn. | - From: Life as a Young Professional: teaming up with Te Papa Museum for a day! I've come to correct your grammar,because..well, that's just what I do. "ordering a apple" = ordering AN apple. I can just picture you saying that "busy day at work" thing. Hah. You should've done it. Oh well. : ) |
| 20th November 2005 Mary Cakes. | Arggggg. I'm a Pirate! - From: "No matter where you are, it is your friends who make your world":Enjoying Wellington with my NZ Mates! I liked that whole epiphony you had. you know, the one about life?..and bible-beaters?..Hah. Anyhoo. I'm jealous of your Pira-80's party. I'm part of a Pirate Ship, but I'll fill you in on that later. Glad to see everyone is having such an awesome experience. LoveyDovey! |
| 20th November 2005 Uh, Chub. aka.Coolest Person ALIVE. | Shizzzaaam. - From: I'm Leaving My Heart in the Windy City First off: "As you can see by the photos, we were pretty stoked." I like your choice of vocabulary. Anyhoo.You said you were in the Botanical Gardens,..but..where are the pretty pretty flowers?..I don't understand. It seems rather nice though. Hills, Everyone loves hills. You created the classic movie scene: blanket, park, books. It all fits. : ) Now, about this so-called "Cocktail Party"..Things got prettty crazy, I presume? Haha. Eh?Eh?Eh? If I were there, I would have created a mass collage of all of your pictures, and everyone would've been all like.."oh, ah, that collage is amazzzzing who made it?!" and..of course, you would say.."My crazy cool sister and her mindblowing collage skills made that!" BUT. I'm here..so you were at loss for a collage beyond all words. Oh well. : ) LaLaLaLaaaa. |
| 10th November 2005 Liz | - From: Quick update! Hi chick, great to hear that you are having such a fab time up north on the farms - i can't wait to hear all your adventures - we miss you loads ;-) |
| 7th November 2005 Mommy | Well, you did it again! - From: Good Friends, Good Food, and Good Times: A Final Hoorrah at Lake Taupo You made me cry again Shelly! I am so happy that you've formed such extraordinary friendships, a truly unique bond many of us are not so fortunate to have. And I'm sad to know how much you miss your "NZ family," because I'm sure they are part of who you are now, and surely it must hurt to let them go! But alas! You must vow to meet in the near future for a reunion! Seeing eachother again and sharing your fantastic memories will be priceless! It's quite obvious that the most precious memento you will be bringing home from your journey, is not something you've purchased, but the cherished friendships you've made. Shelly, my sweet daughter, I'm sure you must know you have indeed been blessed beyond measure! I love you! SWAK! Mommy |
| 3rd November 2005 Christian | Das Leben ist Schoen - From: Quick update! Hi Shelly! Hope you and Rachel are all right! I wish I could travel with you. But Southisland is waiting for me and the exam is tomorrow. Wish you the best and be safe my friend! Christian "Nomiddlename" Petersen |
| 2nd November 2005 Mommy | Wish we were there...and not here! - From: Quick update! Thanks for the quick update, Shell. All I can say is, it's a good thing you are there, and not here... not too much fun here lately, thanks to "Wilma!" As we continue the massive clean-up process while we wait for precious electricity, think of us, sweetie, and keep us with you, in spirit...because I can assure you, we ALL wish we were there...and NOT here! We love you!! Mommy |
| 25th October 2005 Claire & Pat | Greetings from the outdoor aunts. - From: Kapiti: A Trip to an Untouched Land and a Mountain Conquered Hey Ngaire (and Shelly) - great photos! Really cool to read and see your Kapiti trip. Now you've been somewhere we've never been, and we've lived here for ages! But it's inspired us both to want to go there too. |
| 22nd October 2005 NGAIRE | Cool blog bro - From: "No matter where you are, it is your friends who make your world":Enjoying Wellington with my NZ Mates! Hey Shelly, what a cool blog man, it almost made me cry!! I am so stoked that you have had such an awesome time in this awesome city and in my beautiful country, most of all I am stoked that we meet and have become such great friends! Love you heaps Ngaire |
| 20th October 2005 christina norcross | greetins shelley! - From: Kapiti: A Trip to an Untouched Land and a Mountain Conquered Hey Shelley, How are you doing? I'm fine here in the America. Sorry it has taken me so long to write,but it just takes too long to do it. I enjoy reading your blogs and looking at pictures of your travels. The sunset looked real pretty. I know you will be home soon, looking forward to seeing you then. I received your post card. Thanks. Talk to you soon. Love ya, Christina |
| 16th October 2005 Christian | Viele Gruesse! - From: Kapiti: A Trip to an Untouched Land and a Mountain Conquered Hello Shelly! I'm jealous about your trip to Kapiti, but I hope that I can join you and the others for the trip to Taupo. Anyway, you are my chocolate girl ;-) Das Leben ist schoen! Christian |
| 15th October 2005 Pammy | Great post, great photos, as always - From: Kapiti: A Trip to an Untouched Land and a Mountain Conquered I've had a blast reading your blog, Shelly! And thanks too for being so helpful on e-mail.. I'll be in Wellington in about two days.. I can't wait to start my own adventure :) I only wish I had half the guts you have to try all those amazing experiences.. |
| 14th October 2005 Rachelbeth | Funny Friends :) - From: Kapiti: A Trip to an Untouched Land and a Mountain Conquered I'm so glad you chicas had such a fun time at Kapiti!!! It was great to hear all your funny stories and it makes me sooo excited for our NIsland road trip...woohoo!!! Luv ya both, Rachel |
| 14th October 2005 Charles | Martha Blogger - From: Kapiti: A Trip to an Untouched Land and a Mountain Conquered Hi Ngaire and Shell!!! You both look great and i am so happy you're traveling together. Ngaire, it is a moral imperative that you come visit here! please! Shelly is going to miss you way too much. You must come! I so wish I could be there with you two and I can't wait to hang out again! 'Till then...All Blessings, Charles |
| 14th October 2005 Mommy | Thank You Ngaire and Shelly! - From: Kapiti: A Trip to an Untouched Land and a Mountain Conquered Well, you've done it again, Shell! You've gone and made me cry again! (happy tears, of course!) But this time it's Ngaire's entry that did it! When I realized she wrote this entry, I was overcome with joy, and I loved it! Your pics are absolutely gorgeous, and the views breathtaking! The color of the Sea is stunning, and those birds! Ha! I think I could hear that one in the tree squak (from the look on your face, Shell!) Oh, and the sunset...pure heaven! You've captured the raw beauty of the land perfectly and I thank you girls, for sharing your wonderful trip with us! You'll find the memories will last a lifetime. Your lives have indeed been changed; and you are rich from the experience...priceless. Shelly, you've apparently fallen so deeply in love with your precious NZ, that when you become acquainted with new folks along the way, they can't help but love you right back! What a wonderful gift that is. I'm so proud of you! And it's fun to "see" it from Ngaire's perspective. It's clear she enjoys exploring her own country through your eyes, and has taught you so much more through it all. Your friendship is unique and rare, and I imagine you will always stay close to one another, no matter how many miles are between you. Miles, schmiles. Ngaire, we hope you will plan a trip to the states soon, to visit Shelly. We'd love to meet you! And believe me, Shelly knows how to show you the very best of what her hometown has to offer, no matter where she is, Palm Beach, Greenville, or New Orleans. You're definitely in for a real treat! She sure knows how to live life to the fullest, but obviously you already know that! Thanks again for your pics and comments, girls, we love 'em! Good luck with your finals! Finish the semester right, and be proud for all that you've accomplished. (Do I see a big party in your near future?) We love you! SWAK! Mommy |
| 14th October 2005 Jamie | Email Address - From: Kapiti: A Trip to an Untouched Land and a Mountain Conquered Forgot to give you my email address jamie_e_lowe@clear.net.nz |
| 14th October 2005 Jamie | Jealous - From: Kapiti: A Trip to an Untouched Land and a Mountain Conquered Hey my favourite american buddy. Just checked out your latest journal entry. You guys looked like you had such a wonderful time. I was so jealous when I was reading the journal entry and checking out your amazing photos.Wish I could have been there with you Miss you heaps. Cant wait to see you again Your such a beautiful person shelz One of the coolest people I have ever met in my life Love Jamie (Ngaires best friend). |
| 11th October 2005 Mommy | Oh How Time Flies! - From: "No matter where you are, it is your friends who make your world":Enjoying Wellington with my NZ Mates! Well my dear sweet Shelly, As I read the beginning of your unavoidable goodbye to Wellington, your beloved home away from home, I can't help but feel a bit sad...seems just like yesterday when you arrived there, high on anticipation and eager to explore the wonders of the land of the Kiwis. You were so excited. For as long as I can remember, you've declared your strongest desire to visit New Zealand some day. And now you have my dear. In the four short months you've lived in Wellington, you have clearly become one of them, you are an adopted Kiwi now, thanks to their warm hospitality and gracious generosity. I want to thank everyone there for being so welcoming and supportive of you over the course of the semester. Obviously you have made wonderful new friends from all over the world, with whom you have shared such marvelous times. You are truly blessed, Shelly. When it's all said and done, you'll surely know that it's the people who have touched your life who are most dear to you. They are part of who you are now...a priceless souvinir,indeed! May God continue to Bless All Of You as you finish up your studies at the university. Love and SWAK, Mommy |
| 7th October 2005 Diana | Check it out - From: Life as a Young Professional: teaming up with Te Papa Museum for a day! Be sure you check out the U of Toronto Museology program offered at the Royal Ontario Museum in Toronto - my Mum was the assistant to the Director for years so I can testify to the quality of the program -- considered one of the best anywhere!! I have also had the privilege of going behind the scenes -- such a gift to experience!! Love ya!! |
| 5th October 2005 ShellyAbroad | keep on leaving messages! - From: Life as a Young Professional: teaming up with Te Papa Museum for a day! Keep the comments coming! I love getting comments! And remember, you will only see the comments once I have read and reveiwed them. Sorry the laws of the journal site. I am printing out all my blogs after my trip and making a book. I would love for you to be included in my memories! Leave a message:) -shelly |
| 5th October 2005 ShellyAbroad | Keep the comments coming! - From: Gettin in the Kiwi Groove: Nairobi Trio & Fly My Pretties I love getting comments! And remember, you will only see the comments once I have read and reveiwed them. Sorry the laws of the journal site. I am printing out all my blogs after my trip and making a book. I would love for you to be included in my memories! Leave a message:) -shelly |
| 29th September 2005 Jamie | Miss you shelz - From: Life and Times of Hometown New Zealand: A visit to Ngaire's home in Hastings Hey shelz. Ngaire gave me this website its awsome. I copied all the photos off it from the wine tour. I hope you and rachel are well. It was so great to meet and hang out with you both. You guys are so awsome and I cant wait to see you again Jamie |
| 22nd September 2005 Connie | congrats - From: Life as a Young Professional: teaming up with Te Papa Museum for a day! What a great opportunity! I can't wait to see what you put together when you work at a museum some day! I love gallery openings and what not. Keep having a wonderful time! Much love my dear! |
| 22nd September 2005 daddy | wow - From: Life as a Young Professional: teaming up with Te Papa Museum for a day! How proud I am of you, or little red head curator to be. Love you daddy |
| 21st September 2005 daddy | so there really is a school! - From: In the middle of Political NZ :Prime Minister Helen Clark visits Vic Nice views and location for a intown collage. Thanks for keeping us posted shell. Love you, daddy. |
| 21st September 2005 Mommy | So, you're feeling like a Kiwi! - From: In the middle of Political NZ :Prime Minister Helen Clark visits Vic Boy Shell, you sure are taking in the full flavor of NZ...politics and all! And it looks like you're feeling like a full-blown Kiwi now, all jazzed up on their energy, issues, progress, etc. Very good! You really are learning a precious life lesson, sweetie. Now, we look forward to your return home to share your experiences and the knowlege you've gained from them, with us! Who knows, you may very well be instrumental in affecting a change for the better here! Heaven knows, we need that! I say, Way To Go Aunty Helen! On another note, your school/city/flat pics are great! Yes, the views are truly beautiful; I see how difficult it must be for you to study at times! How lucky you are, young lady, to have this extraordinary opportunity to live in such a wonderful place! I do hope you haven't lost sight of that blessing! I am so very proud of you, Shelly; keep up the good work, sweetie. SWAK!Mommy |
| 21st September 2005 Mommy | So, you're feeling like a Kiwi! - From: In the middle of Political NZ :Prime Minister Helen Clark visits Vic |
| 9th September 2005 Uncle Larry and Angela | - From: Adventures on the Pacific-Photos! Well it's been a while since we last added a comment. You have been busy traveling. The pictures are spectacular! This is definitely one of the places we want to visit after seeing it through your eyes. Have fun!! |
| 5th September 2005 Aunt Linda | National Geographic Bound! - From: Adventures on the Pacific-Photos! Exactly what I was thinking. Shelly is set on a course of wildlife adventure! You stay safe please. I want to see you at Christmas and most of all see you "Play Out" the tale for us. Loads of Love, Aunt Linda |
| 4th September 2005 Kristi | Greetings from IT'S YOGA! STUDIO - From: Tramping and chocolate- Oh MY!! Hi, Shelley. It was great to hear of the adventures and the fun you are having. I certainly felt like I was somehow part of the group with your wonderful comments. The studio continues to be in full swing. If you can get online to check out my website so you can see what workshops we are doing. We had a unique and rare experience when I was requested to host a master guru who is touring the US through Sept. 17. He was here at the studio Aug. 21 for a 2 hour meditation program. I had 26 people at the studio for it. So exciting. My guru's daughter, Kamini Desai did a workshop Aug. 5-7 on chakras and we had 24 people. She will return April 2006. Great to hear of your travels!!! Look forward to seeing you when you return!! Love and Light, Kristi www.itsyogastudio.com http://www.Shaklee.net/kristiriedbarton |
| 2nd September 2005 Mommy | Now you've done it!! - From: Adventures on the Pacific-Photos! Oh my goodness, Shelly! Now you've gone and done it, dear! You've topped your list of risky adventures while in the South Island. Really, I never imagined you'd be threatened by Fur Seals! As I've followed your antics through the South Island, all of which have been somewhat risky, or downright dangerous, I didn't think you'd outdo yourself by encountering hostile wildlife on your last hike! It's beginning to look like you're enjoying the adrenaline rush or something! Glad I didn't know about the dangers of this one either...until it was already over! Now, I really am convinced you need to go work for the National Geographic! SWAK! Mommy |
| 2nd September 2005 Mommy | Ahh, relaxation! - From: Beautiful Vistas and visiting the hot Pools in Hanmer!-Photos! So glad you've found such a purely unspoiled spot to rest and relax in, Shell! I continue to be amazed by the stark beauty of the South Island! The hot pools must have been quite soothing, especially following your long trek. Ahh! And how nice it must be to befriend the locals! You are indeed touching lives as you explore the terrain; and the folks you've encountered along the way will be part of your lifelong memory of the journey. What an envigorating experience it must be for you! I think you've found real peace on earth, dear. I'm so glad. SWAK, mommy |
| 2nd September 2005 dad | wow - From: Beautiful Vistas and visiting the hot Pools in Hanmer!-Photos! what beautiful scenery shell, thanks for sharing this. you are one lucky gal. love you daddy |
| 30th August 2005 Mommy | - From: Mirror lakes, Driftwood beaches, and pancake Rocks: new Zealand's Unruly West Coast-Photos! Gorgeous vistas Shelly! Surely you must keep pinching yourself, to see if it's not all a dream! What a breathtaking view of the Tasman Sea, and the Pancake Rocks, etc. You asked if we could see something in one of the rock profiles...yes! It reminds me of someone we know...someone who resembles the likes of a baboon! Ha! And your sunset pics are lovely too, Shell. Looks like you three girls are really enjoying your spring break adventure to the fullest, indeed! I wonder what's next on your "hit list!" Can't wait until next time, SWAK! Mommy |
| 29th August 2005 Mommy | Cooler than Cool! - From: Fox Glacier Hiking! What's Cooler than being cool? WOW Shell, you keep amazing me with your "let's see you top this!" activities! Looks like you've gone back in time with your glacier trek...rock falls and all! Gosh, am I ever glad I didn't know those little details (i.e. life-threatening boulders chasing you down the thing!) until AFTER you had done it! You know you're beginning to look a lot like a National Geographic adventurer these days...is that what it seems like to you? I'm so proud of you, sweetie! But please remember to BE CAREFUL!! Your mother thanks you. SWAK! |
| 29th August 2005 Mommy | Gorgeous Vistas! - From: Skiing the Slopes of the Southern Alps-Photos! |
| 24th August 2005 Mommy | You're One Lucky Young Lady!! - From: Jumping off a Cliff, Sailing in Milford Sound, and Enjoying Queenstown, NZ!-Photos! Shelly, what a BREATHTAKING series of experiences! And it's obvious you are enjoying every one of them! We can only imagine what you're feeling right now, quite a wonderful "natural high," we suspect! The pics are incredibly beautiful; you do have a keen eye for capturing the stunning beauty of the land through the eye of the camera. Colors are magnificent as well! Pink Sunset, being one of my favorites...as well as the mirror-like reflection of snow capped mtns in the lake, gorgeous! Thank you, sweetie, for taking the time to share your incredible experiences with us, here at home. It means everything to us! We love you, and as always, we miss you so much. But we also know that this trip is truly, A ONCE IN A LIFETIME OPPORTUNITY, as you continue to prove with each remarkable "blog" entry!! Keep 'em coming! It makes our day! SWAK, mommy p.s. I can't wait to see how you're going to "top" the extraordinary experiences you've already had...or, maybe these are things a mother shouldn't know until AFTER the fact, apparently! |
| 24th August 2005 daddy | you are studley! - From: Jumping off a Cliff, Sailing in Milford Sound, and Enjoying Queenstown, NZ!-Photos! I am definately envious of all you are doing, also proud of you for trying those things that would (and are) freaking your mother out. Wish I was there with doing those things also. What incredible pix. Keep the blogs coming, love you, dad |
| 24th August 2005 Mommy | Stunningly Beautiful!! - From: Jumping off a Cliff, Sailing in Milford Sound, and Enjoying Queenstown, NZ!-Photos! |
| 23rd August 2005 Hailey | yikes! - From: Happy Birthday Daddy! Hey my lil' shell! Looks like you are having a fabulous time... I'm so jealous! How could we ever forget our run in with the mice in our rooms freshmen year.. my mommy and i were just laughing about that the other day. Have a blast in NZ! Love hearing about your trip.. can't wait till the winter when we're all back at FU together. XOXO- Hailey |
| 16th August 2005 Carynn Jackson | - From: Hostile Bloggover! :) !! |
| 15th August 2005 Mommy | It's All So...Perfect! - From: Hostile Bloggover! Shelly and Charles, you two are such a pair! Calling yourselves Fuzzy and Funny...how cute is that?! Charles, you're quite the funnyman, so the name's fits! And Shelly as Fuzzy...well what else could it be?! C'mon! We're all so glad to be able to peak into your fun times together while in Welly and the South Island! Looks like you couldn't have picked better weather...it's all so perfect!! Keep 'em coming! We love it all! Love you both! Mommy |
| 15th August 2005 Mommy | Yikes! - From: Holy Hang Gliding batman!!! WOW Shelly!! What an incredible experience it must have been to soar like an eagle high in the sky!! Yes, it looks like you're having quite the time of your life! I am so very happy for you, sweetie! |
| 7th August 2005 Rod | Greetings from Furman!!! - From: Happy Birthday Daddy! I just got a chance to stop by your blog and wanted to leave a little hello :-). Enjoy New Zealand to the fullest; reading your adventures in the Kiwi land is awesome. I can't wait until I go someday! Take care. -Rod |
| 4th August 2005 daddy | thanks for the card - From: Happy Birthday Daddy! Your artistic talent never ceases to amaze me, glad you are a history major. How about some pics of the university? Have fun w/Charles while he's there. Love you, Daddy |
| 3rd August 2005 Laura | - From: Tramping and chocolate- Oh MY!! Hey Shelly! I miss you so much. sounds like you are having a blast. can't wait to see you! love you. |
| 29th July 2005 Lauryn, your cousin from CA Duck | Shelly, you are one TOUGH CHICK! - From: Tramping and chocolate- Oh MY!! It has been so neat to read this travel journal of yours throughout your journey or should I say, experience? I am glad you are happy/healthy and having probably the most memorable time of your life. : ) It's a bummer you won't be in town when I come to FL, but you are embarking on the world right now and can see me later! :) Soak it all up, taking it all in. I am praying for you like crazy. I LOVE YOU, Lauryn :) |
| 28th July 2005 Christina | second comment submitted - From: Tramping and chocolate- Oh MY!! Hey Shelly, this is my second comment to you about your tramping experience. I submitted the other one but I don't think it went through. Anyways, looks like your having a great time. Christina. |
| 28th July 2005 Christina | - From: Tramping and chocolate- Oh MY!! Hello Shelly, just read your blog, hmm chocolate...my favorite. I'm jealous.. Great pictures of your tramping experience. Sniff Sniff, you've taken a bath by now right? Send some cool weather our way. Your neighbor and friend, Christina |
| 26th July 2005 daddy | great pictures - From: Tramping and chocolate- Oh MY!! hi sweety, love the pix and the story. what a great time you are having. nz countryside really looks beautiful. wish we could enjoy it w/you, oh well, will have to live it through you. keep the updates coming. love you , daddy |
| 25th July 2005 Capt LT | Uncle Larry and Angela - From: Tramping and chocolate- Oh MY!! Larry would die to have some of that chocolate! We could both do without the tramping or trampling as it looks and sounds. The pictures are awesome. Hope you studies are just as interesting as all your wanderings around NZ. We'll keep waiting for some more pictures and stories. Keep having lots of fun!! Love ya! |
| 25th July 2005 Jules | you're so cool! - From: let's all go to the mooovviieeess Shelly, I think you're so cool for doing this & having such a great attitude about it, although I can tell you're having a blast! Summer's moving along here (very hot) but I'm not ready to return to Furman yet. When I am, though, I'll miss you terribly! Have so much fun with Charles! Love ya, Shiz--Julie |
| 19th July 2005 ShellyAbroad | te mama's so fat... - From: let's all go to the mooovviieeess adament.... |
| 19th July 2005 ShellyAbroad | I found out how to reply! - From: let's all go to the mooovviieeess hi daddy! i know, my cultural experiences are racking up in NZ. greenville and south florida are having a harcore run for their money... :) |
| 19th July 2005 Carynn Jackson | You say Te Papa, I say Te Mama - From: let's all go to the mooovviieeess hey shelly its cool to see your pictures from Te Papa and then remember when, only a few weeks ago, we were viewing pictures of Te Papa on the internet and you were so excited to go. Hope it met your expectations, it looks awesome. "The Sea Inside" sounds interesting and can't wait for a chance to view it. I'm close to finishing Love In the Time of Cholera, I know you'll love it. It seems as though you're soaking up all that you can in NZea and that makes me happy. Mary boarded a plane headed for the other side of the country today, while you are in the future on the other side of the planet. I'm just hanging out in the middle, ha. Love you and miss you, Carynn |
| 19th July 2005 Carynn Jackson | You say Te Papa, I say Te Mama - From: let's all go to the mooovviieeess hey shelly its cool to see your pictures from Te Papa and then remember when, only a few weeks ago, we were viewing pictures of Te Papa on the internet and you were so excited to go. Hope it met your expectations, it looks awesome. "The Sea Inside" sounds interesting and can't wait for a chance to view it. I'm close to finishing Love In the Time of Cholera, I know you'll love it. It seems as though you're soaking up all that you can in NZea and that makes me happy. Mary boarded a plane headed for the other side of the country today, while you are in the future on the other side of the planet. I'm just hanging out in the middle, ha. Love you and miss you, Carynn |
| 19th July 2005 daddy | life won't be the same - From: let's all go to the mooovviieeess when you get back to the states! all this cultural diversifaction. greenville s.c. will be a real drag. oh well you can come back home and go to south beach for a change of pace. love you, daddy |
| 17th July 2005 Mommie | mommie - From: Kiwi Culture is setting in Hi Shell! Your sense of humor is clearly keeping you sane (?) over there in Kiwiland. Oh, how I wish we could be a fly on the wall to spy on your excapades! Too funny! Keep that spirit, sweety, and you'll be just fine! Remember, we expect a full reenactment when you come home! Ha! SWAK Mommie |
| 17th July 2005 Mommie | mommie - From: Kiwi Culture is setting in |
| 15th July 2005 Davy | Classic! - From: Kiwi Culture is setting in Hey Shelly, I have just joined travel blog and your journal cought my eye, Im a kiwi and i enjoyed reading your perspective on NZ, cracked me up! Im living in Sweden so i can relate to your story well. If you want any tips on anything or advise, what ever, no worries! And can recomend some good NZ music, There are some great bands coming out of Wellington as well! So enjoy ! Cheers, Davy. |
| 12th July 2005 Erica | - From: Kiwi Culture is setting in Hey Shelly, I have been keeping up with your events. Sounds like you are having a great time. Love the pictures you posted. If there is anything special you need, let me know and maybe we can send a care package with Charles when he comes. Take good care of yourself. Love you, E |
| 12th July 2005 daddy | love the updates - From: Kiwi Culture is setting in just remember shell, it's best to be thought a fool by your silence then to open your mouth and remove all doubt! just kidding , (that was in response to your questions). it is a unique experience to be in another country and be immersed in their culture i know you are enjoying it. keep the updates coming, loved the pictures would like to see more pls. love you, dad |
| 10th July 2005 Mommie | Koooooollllll (again!) - From: Long awaited update Hi Shell!! I'm home now and am soooo glad to see all your fun pictures!! Am happy you and your new friends are living and playing together so well!! LOve to you sweetie~` SWAK! Mommie |
| 29th June 2005 christina norcross | hey shelly - From: Photos...Finally!! Saw all your pictures, looks like your having fun. please put me on your list so I can keep in touch with you. email is cgracenorcross@yahoo.com |
| 29th June 2005 Funny | ???? - From: Photos...Finally!! Holy Zorb, Fuzzyhead! I am so excited for you! I don't know what to say on these things...This just sounds increadible. I can't wait to take part! Have the best time in your own history. Talk soon!!! Miss you!!! Love, Funny |
| 29th June 2005 Carynn Jackson | Jealousy has overtaken ! - From: Photos...Finally!! Shelly(in welly)- i am sooooo excited for you! i know you are having an amazing time and I am so happy. I knew you would.... take so many pictures and don't leave anything out. I'm loving the journal and I am always checking for updates. Do something cool in wellington (as if you havn't already, sheesh) for me!! love carynn |
| 29th June 2005 Larry and Angela | From St. George - From: Photos...Finally!! Unbelievable photography. Our "World Traveler" we'll keep up with you on your adventure...have fun! Love Uncle Larry |
| 29th June 2005 Mommie | WowWowWowWowWowWow!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! - From: Photos...Finally!! Good morning Shell!! It's 7:19 AM Wed here; I just got up and checked to see if you sent us an entry...and YES, you did!! GREAT for us!! Gosh, Shell, it's all so unbelievable to comprehend for us here, in boring LW!! YOU ARE CERTAINLY HAVING THE TIME OF YOUR LIFE DEAR!! I'm so glad!! I'm reading and crying "happy tears" all over the place!! Ha Ha! Your plane ride must have been thrilling, to say the least! How utterly cool is that?! YOU ARE ONE LUCKY LITTLE GIRL, YOU KNOW!! Something tells me though, that the pilot couldn't resist letting you talk in the headset to the tower...since we all know you can talk effortlessly! HaHa! I wonder, though, did you use your funny little falsetto voice when you asked the tower for permission to land? I can hear you now...HaHa! What a riot!! And those pictures of the scenery are unbelievably GORGEOUS!!!! Oh my gosh!! The views are absolutely BREATHTAKING!! Just like the travel brochures, only better, right?! Oh, Shell, I'm soooo happpppppy for you!! Your flat sounds like fun too! Another great view there! What a pretty location! And your roommates sound interesting...bet you never guessed you'd be eating a German home cooked meal your first night in your flat, eh? Cool!! What fun!! I love it all! Now enjoy your time there, sweetie! Classes will begin soon enough, and then you have to come back down to reality a little bit, right? What am I saying, "reality," for? Seems the whole experience is completely "UNREAL!" I LOVE YOU SOOOOOO MUCH!! Keep 'em coming!! SWAK from Mommie |
| 28th June 2005 the Chub-meister. | yo. - From: NZ is brilliant mate! why hello there, after you called here last night, i went on and read this. sounds interesting, especially that near-death-cave jumping experience. :) sounds totally exciting, and i cant wait to read more about it. love you. one loVe. oh, by the way. my email is VolcomGrl4@yahoo.com |
| 27th June 2005 lildebbie | zorbalicious - From: NZ is brilliant mate! my shelly in welly...i can't believe you've already gone zorbing! can't wait to hear more about it in person! i miss you! |
| 27th June 2005 Jules | Can I come? - From: NZ is brilliant mate! Shelly! That sounds like so much darn fun! I want to come and join you for all of those adventures. I'm thinking about you. Kelly and I were talking about you the other day and we said, "Watch out, New Zealand. It'll never be the same after 6 months of Shelly!" But really we wish we had 6 months (and more) of Shelly. H 106 misses you! If I win the lottery (and to do that I'd have to start playing the lottery) I'll just jump on a plane and join you! Much love from Georgia, Julie |
| 27th June 2005 dad | wow - From: NZ is brilliant mate! you are having entirely too much fun. stop now. if your first two days are like this how are you going to top it? seriously, glad to hear from you so soon and that your trip has started so well(ington), be safe, love you, dad. |
| 27th June 2005 Mommie | KOOOOOOOOOOOOOLLLLLLL!!! - From: NZ is brilliant mate! Good morning Shell!! (it's 8am Mon here) WOW!! What a KOOOOOOLLLL beginning to your trip!! I'm so excited about it, and I'm just sitting here at home! YOU must be pinching yourself to be sure you're not dreaming!! (you know how you always have such weird dreams, right?) But this isn't a dream, it's really happening! What an adventure, sweetie! You've already done so many completely awesome things that you could never do here! I especially loved your note to me about kissing the sheep! (I cried "happy tears," of course!) And your abseiling...Wow! I'm so proud of you for doing all that fun stuff...sloshing around in the depths of those caves...how exhilarating it must have been! I can only imagine what it is like for you, Shell, but as long as you can keep your blog entries coming, you are helping me experience it all with you! And I'm enjoying every minute of it!!! Thanks so much for your little personal notes, too...it means a lot ot me, you know. We're all talking alot about how "we wonder what Shelly's doing right now..." We wish we could all be there with you!! But since we aren't, just remember that we're with you in spirit!! And our prayers are always with you! I've already called Daddy to tell him you've submitted your first blog entry. And I'm sure Charles has already read it too...as have all your other (huge list of) friends!! We're looking forward to your pictures!! Have an awesome day as you settle into your new home-away-from-home in Welly!! S>W>A>K !! I Love you!! Mommie |
| 27th June 2005 dad | not fair - From: NZ is brilliant mate! you are having entirely too much fun. stop now. if your first two days are like this how are you going to top it? seriously, glad it started so well(ington), nice to hear from you so soon, love you, be safe, dad. |
| 26th June 2005 Carynn | My sister is on the other side of the world! - From: Estimated Time of Departure: less than 2 weeks away.... :) ! I am awaiting amazing posts. -carynn jackson |
| 25th June 2005 Mommie | It just hit me...you're actually in NZ!! - From: Estimated Time of Departure: less than 2 weeks away.... Hi Shell! Well, it's finally sinking in now...that you're waaaaayyyyyy faaaaaarrrrr away down in the land of the Kiwis! And I'm beginning to feel your absence already! How on earth will I ever spend the next five months? I know! I'll just have to bug Daddy until he gives in and tells me to go visit you! I'll just remind him of his Costa Rica trip...and his Masters trip...and his yearly fishing trips...and his World Series tix...and all his golfing tournaments, you get the picture? Seems fair enough to me! Besides, he owes me birthday/anniversary presents for a year or two!I think I'd love to spend my birthday with you in NZ! Needless to say sweetie, this house has been very quiet since you're departure...nobody can liven up the place like you can, Shell! We miss you!! Hope your first two days in NZ have been full of fun activities and good memories. Remember, we're all waiting here at home for your blog entries,and hopefully, a picture or two, so we can get a glimpse of your experience! Eat well, get plenty of rest, stay warm and by all means, sweetie, HAVE THE TIME OF YOUR LIFE IN NZ!! We're all with you in our thoughts and prayers! I LOVE YOU SOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO MUCH!!!!!! SWAK! Mommie |
| 14th June 2005 anonymous | Great Idea/Website!! - From: Estimated Time of Departure: less than 2 weeks away.... Hi, Shelly! This website is a terrific idea to keep all of us informed about your upcoming travels! I'm excited for you and wish you the absolute best in your adventure! Larry J p.s. Post lots of great pictures - and be sure and include yourself in the shots when you can.... - Larry J |
