A drive through Mona Vale Gardens near the airport and on to see Aunty Crys, a quick change of clothes and off to Taylor's Mistake...a hilly windy strip that extends into the Pacific beyond Christchurch.
Sure that a 'good run' would shake off airline weariness, we drove to the top of the hills far above the beaches where we dropped them off and had a bit of a walk on the beach. Sam and Lauren followed the coastline down to Cave's Rock...where they found Eric, fish and chips and me. It was glorious sunshine with lots of hopeful sea gulls.
Naps were called for before a gathering of Eric's West Coast cousins. Eric spent many summers visiting his cousin Tony on their west coast farm. Tony's family mined for gold, built fences, had sheep, and provided long days of fun for boys. Sadly, Tony passed away before our visit - but our evening was a wonderful reunion with his daughters and their families...now all Facebook friends. It's an amazing world.
Today, a bit of a 'bend' in our plans. The good news is that New Zealand dentistry has improved hugely...the other news is that Eric visited the dentist. She is cautious in her approach until it becomes very clear what is causing pain: an infection or the need for a root canal. Eric is consulting with Dr. Elwell in New Jersey too...so options are being explored while fingers are crossed.
More later and merriest Christmas to you all.
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