Northbound

I went away from Auckland. 241km, or 150 miles away from Auckland. But before I left, I took these pictures of the bay at St. Heliers:

 

Then I went on my way...

AND 4.5 hours later, here I am, at the BAY OF ISLANDS, in Paihia!!

So, although I am sad to be missing Thanksgiving dinner with my family and friends (especially since I've SEEN the leftovers on Skype), you don't have to worry about me. I am taking care of myself the best way I know how...

That is the Bay of Islands. And that is a crumbled oyster. And - best of all, LADIES AND GENTLEMENT, that is MY HAND!  

HAPPY THANKSGIVING EVERYONE!