Sunday, October 5, 2008

Holly Wil Birthday Cake

City of Sails

The constant wind here in Auckland (similar to the coast at home) entitles the nickname City of Sails. Especially the huge port, destination of the world-famous America's Cup, has been a special flair. Yesterday we took a ferry to Devonport, across from Auckland, and were able to admire the skyline from a distance. The old sweet Hauesser (Caro's description) in the colonial style took us back to the 19th Century. The highlight was the visit of the local Anglican church, invited us to bring all pets, so they can be blessed. Too bad that I had no guinea pigs at hand.

is the friendliness and sportsmanship of the New Zealanders in particular striking. Constantly running to the jogger by us. In shops it is served very friendly faces. This openness and composure is impressive. For all who would now be happy on vacation, be mentioned that the weather is not a bit better than at home: It's raining today and for the spring is still relatively cold. From tomorrow we will rent a small bus and start our trip north of New Zealand. I already respect driving in front of links ...

Saturday, October 4, 2008

Warming Up Sausage Rolls In Microwave

arrival in Auckland

So, it is done. According to official three days of flight (1 - 3 October) we had an enjoyable and healing in Auckland, NZ. The flights were comfortable, we have always beaten the full stomach, let our feet massage in Singapore (it's free!) and let us introduce to our seatmate in the secrets of the New Zealand beer. Scott sat next to us about 20 hours. He is the typical Australian. can be casual dress, tanned, lives at Bondi Beach (the most beautiful and most famous beach in Sydney) and surfs as often as he.
Here in Auckland we are staying the first few days in a backpacker hostel. When we were on the first night we cooked our food and have it placed in the common room, we felt like old times on the logo. People from all over the world are welcomed, wanted to know who we are and where we come from. So a very friendly reception.
As befits a budding heard Baptist pastor, we were in worship today: In the Baptist Tabernacle of Auckland. Schoen, despite the many thousands of miles away but the same songs are sung. You feel like a piece of it better.
So much for the beginning, soon there are more.