But our bags didn't... Oh well. We're in the process of sorting it out. Now for some good news:
Our first farm job has been confirmed and begins the day after tomorrow! Yay! We'll be staying with Robyn Bigelow on her farm in Whenuapai, Auckland. It's a veggie, sheep, and chicken farm. It's really exciting that we get to start farming so soon!
At the moment we are staying in the International Backpackers Hostel in Parnell, Auckland. The area is really nice (and very hilly). And it's summer! We went out for lattes this morning at the Strawberry Alarmclock, after learning that there is no brewed coffee in New Zealand. But lattes are OK with us. Torrey got to write 'No smoking' in Norwegian on their wall (Vennligst ikke royk.)
Today we are looking at bikes to buy. The first shop we visited, Bike, had a basic touring bike for $579 New Zealand dollars, which seems reasonable and we're really excited about getting our bikes and starting to ride after our first farm. There is one more shop to visit and then we'll make our decision.
Last night we ate Fish and Chips at the Fishmonger, which was delicious. Tonight we are planning to visit a pub for Luc's first legal drink, and afterwards maybe we'll eat some Tip Top ice cream that Luc has been hyping for months.
If the third person description sounds weird, don't worry, we're still working out the kinks in blog-writing technique. Sorry, no pictures (the batteries for the camera are in Denver, along with our underwear), and besides, we're still reeling from our grueling 36 hours of travel. But soon enough, you'll be able to see us frolicking in New Zealand.
Thanks for keeping up with us, we're thinking of all you guys, and looking forward to your comments!
Luc and Torrey
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Åå, jeg er så misunnelig! Dere kommer til å oppleve så utrolig mye spennende :D
ReplyDeleteHilsen Susan i good ol' Noreg.
Word up. Sorry your bags were lost.
ReplyDeleteLooking forward to some pictures, especially of that mountain we hiked.
Have fun on the farm.
Carry on.
That's too bad about your luggage!
ReplyDeleteSounds like you are adjusting nicely though to the NZ life (you have your farming job lined up and are narrowing down your bike choices...yeah).
Eat some Hokey Pokey for me.
Love you.
From Charlie Dad:
ReplyDeleteHang in there with the luggage situation - been there, done that. I hope it finds you soon.
Taste the boysenberry for me. Have fun!
good news about your luggage. check your email for details.
ReplyDeletelove and good luck! (somehow this ended up on Alec's account)