Facing Fear at Franz Josef
February 07, 2012
We have spent the last few days at the Franz Josef Glacier. Glaciers are essentially rivers of ice that start high in mountains and flow through val...
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Seals and Sand
February 06, 2012
After our evening of cockles, we had another day of driving and beauty. We started at the northern coast of the South Island, but we headed to the we...
Choosing Variety
February 05, 2012
While in New Zealand, we have been struggling with a minor dilemma: do we try new things or return to our favorites from before? Sometimes, the deci...
Struggling with the Blog with Flower Photos
February 04, 2012
In so many ways, New Zealand has been incredibly easy compared to the rest of our trip. The natives share our tongue. They are welcoming and fun. T...
A Brief Aside on Sleep
February 03, 2012
In the past few decades, much research has revealed the importance of sleep and the dangers of sleep-deprivation. I should note that with is an area...
Rugby Love
February 02, 2012
Our children had found a new sports interest: rugby. Of course, loving rugby in New Zealand is like getting wet in the ocean. They are fanatical a...