We are back in Christchurch after further adventures, this time in Wellington and the Wairau Valley. Flying into Wellington on Monday afternoon we made our way to the hotel before taking a stroll past Parliament, the building is known as the Bee Hive, up to Wellington Cathedral where Alex's Grandpa used to be Bishop and two of her uncles were head choristers once upon a time. It was great to see the family history including pictures of Bishop Baines and to take in a beautiful cathedral. Further, we strolled up to Ecclestone Hill where both Alex's parents lived as children next door to each other. Only one of the properties remains, being Bishop's Court which was where Alex's Dad spent many years. Following our trip to the Cathedral we met Alex's family friend Susan who took
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