The Queenstown experience

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Well we finally hit the adrenalin capital and Max's eyes nearly popped out of his head. He wanted to do it all and he wanted to do it that day. We informed him that were things there that he would not be doing but would let him do the jetboat ride. So Cam and Max went on the experience and had an absolute ball. Meanwhile myself and the rest of the kids found the most beautiful park by the water and had a play there. Beth has been the social butterfly of the trip so far palling up with alittle girl on the plane over, another little girl on the boat trip we went on yesterday(from melbourne) and then a little south African boy named Rourk. The two of them had a fantastic time playing and chasing each other. Hannah is having a great time and is looking forward to going to the Old Cromwell Town today. I think its a bit like old sydney town. She was also very excited the other day when she found a favourate shop calles smiggles which has lovely stationary items. She just informed me that she cant wait till tomorrow cause she can have chocolate again. she was very strong when we went to the chocolate cafe yesterday and did not have anything. Angus has been fantastic and loving having all his family around. We were worried that the continual change of bed might upset him but he seems to enjoy it. He had a ball on the cruise yesterday as there was a lady playing a piano.He demonstrated his dancing skills for us all. Eadie has been so naughty! NOT! She has been her true self and behaving beautifully.She is rolling from front to back now and thinks she is pretty clever. Cam and I coping well, actually we're thriving says Cam. Its been nice to have a giggle with the kids and experience new places together. The trip to Te Anau was lovely and we stayed on the most amazing property but unfirtunately it poured with rain and we couldnt do the trip to the sound or the glow worms. We willjust have to return soon to try again. moving onto the fox glacier tomorrow so may not get great reception. will stay in touch when possible. Cheers! the Patridge Family

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