the last days in New Zealand

From Queenstown we took the trip northward towards Christchurch and  and our flight onwards. Our last few days in New Zealand were filled with

More Beautiful scenary

Archie Learning to sit up unaided by Lake Tekapo......

.....and his attempt at standing!!

A 5.1 afterschock whilst we were in Akaroa. Our first experience of an earthquake, Pete and I kept blaming eachother for shaking the camper van.


and on our last night...dinner with some very lovely friends.

Caked with expert skills by Esi

Archie Stealing some cuddle time with Jonty's auntie Esi

...and his Bebe

Back in Christchurch and scars both in the streets and on the minds of the people are very evident. We pray that Christchurch will have the courage to rebuild a stronger safer city for it's community.

Well as we reflect on our time in NewZealand it has definitely met our expectations with regards to the scenery and the hospitality. We do hope to return here some day and travel a bit on the more superior North Island (eh Craig!)