Auckland has really grown on us over the last 8 months--it's got some great things going for it (including the best dumplings I have eaten, ever). We've met some wonderful people here, had some great experiences, and have really only scratched the surface of what this city has to offer.
But, we have some news: Josh got offered a job in Christchurch. In April we'll be moving to South Island, and we expect to stay there for another year. It's a little bittersweet for us--the bitter being more time away from everyone we love back home; the sweet, a 16+ hour road trip through the New Zealand countryside, and a chance to experience life on both islands. Even though we'll still be in the same country, the move feels just as big as when we came here for the first time. We're really excited, but as often happens with big changes, that excitement is flavored with a touch of nostalgia and fear of the unknown. Who knows what's next in this adventure? Come what may, we can't wait to tell you all about it!
But, we have some news: Josh got offered a job in Christchurch. In April we'll be moving to South Island, and we expect to stay there for another year. It's a little bittersweet for us--the bitter being more time away from everyone we love back home; the sweet, a 16+ hour road trip through the New Zealand countryside, and a chance to experience life on both islands. Even though we'll still be in the same country, the move feels just as big as when we came here for the first time. We're really excited, but as often happens with big changes, that excitement is flavored with a touch of nostalgia and fear of the unknown. Who knows what's next in this adventure? Come what may, we can't wait to tell you all about it!