A Honeymoon in Queenstown... sigh


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March 1st 2008
Published: March 3rd 2008
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It was time to leave our home in Clyde and Alex after six weeks. We bid farewell for now to our new friends and started our adventure West. Although it was another hot sunny day, it had snowed in the mountains that morning, reminding us where we have come from. We had the great fortune of a beautiful timeshare condo to stay in for a week in Queenstown as Charlotte's parents couldn't make their ... Read Full Entry



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How Cool is Queenstown?How Cool is Queenstown?
How Cool is Queenstown?

Well . . . this is a convertible tour bus out of an Archie comic.
Right Out of a PostcardRight Out of a Postcard
Right Out of a Postcard

After Queenstown we got back into the country. I guess because we had not seen sheep for awhile they gathered and threw a parade for us.
Inside Mavora LakesInside Mavora Lakes
Inside Mavora Lakes

Trying to find another backdrop.
Found One!Found One!
Found One!

Another photo shoot.
Smurf Mushroom!Smurf Mushroom!
Smurf Mushroom!

This was really neat to see. Even though they are not on TV anymore, the Smurfs are still living modestly. We had wondered where they were from.
Kirby Still Loves GreenKirby Still Loves Green
Kirby Still Loves Green

On Kepler Track we were amazed that the forest had carpet. We think it is nice that 'Lord of the Rings' Crew left is after they were done, but wonder what it looked like before they did all that computer graphics work.
Christina's Birthday GiftChristina's Birthday Gift
Christina's Birthday Gift

For the first time ever, Christina got a rainbow for her birthday. Next year it is going to be tough to match.



4th March 2008

Kids... grreat blog entry!! Wow is all i can say. Beautiful pics fo sure!! Bet it was nice to have a holiday from the van. That should keep ya going! Loved the comment on the smurf mushroom. So true! And finally my sweet Christina... happy belated brithday!! I suck. Miss you guys!
5th March 2008

Happy Birthday
Happy Birthday and Anniversary! I always enjoy reading your posts - keep them coming.
22nd March 2008

Hell's Gate-
I have to ask - is that the "ROAD" you were on in Tui in the Hell's Gate photo??? It is sideways, and looks like a goat path! I obviously have to step up my prayers

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