hi all- i have about 10 minutes left to write this blog. forgive me if it's a horrible entry. my last morning in auckland was so wonderful. i woke suprisingly early (the night out before had been a late one) and made my way to my favorite cafe, book in hand, ready to sip some coffee, watch people and read. rivet (the cafe) was busy. my coffee took a bit of time to make, but in that time i made friends with a little kiwi girl. blond hair, 6 years old i discovered, and barefoot. i had taken my place on the only couch in the corner of the cafe, she meandered over and perched on the couch next to me. she gave me a curious stare and i gave one back before i said hello.
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