Leaving New Zealand
February 6th, 2010 admin
So I’m on my way home. Two weeks on the road is probably enough: I’m missing home. Still, it has been a great trip. I’m pictured above flanked by Andrew and Katharine, with whom I have spent two very enjoyable days. I wish we lived nearer to them. I’m now sitting in the lounge at Auckland airport, sipping a very precise Man O’War Sauvignon Blanc 2008. Next time …
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