Category Archives: New Zealand

Toyota Camry Hybrid

I like cars.  Because I like driving.  That doesn’t mean I spend a lot on them, favoring ‘wolf in sheep’s clothing’ movers (VW Passat, Subaru Legacy) rather than actual wolf-type cars. What this means is that some autos are more … Continue reading

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Deep into nature

“Look deep into nature, and then you will understand everything better.” — Albert Einstein. Photo taken near Glenorchy, South Island, New Zealand… somewhere along the Dart River.  Our speed boat paused just long enough for us to gaze upon scenes … Continue reading

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Para-Para-Paradise

Photo taken on the famous and ridiculously picturesque road to Milford Sound, New Zealand. I have “Paradise” by Coldplay playing in my head. When she was just a girl She expected the world But it flew away from her reach … Continue reading

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Modest home

Any place else, you wouldn’t think much of this little fixer upper.  But settled under the snow topped peaks in New Zealand, you might just take notice.

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Release the River!

Not a good day for Saruman and the Isengard home team. Just last week, I stood in the exact spot that served as the backdrop for this epic scene.  It was sheer bliss, though the burning Ent running by me … Continue reading

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NZ Journal: It changes you

Thirty hours of traveling changes you.  Not once but twice disembarking and having to walk to another airport terminal.  The delays.  Small quarters.  Sitting for that long.  Lack of sleep.  It changes you. Driving on switchbacks and feeling the urge … Continue reading

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