Aoraki (Mt. Cook) New Zealand
Sightseeing
Monday, August 27, 2007
This clear view of Mt. Cook is for Fred—see, no clouds!
Lawrence and I parted ways with Fred this morning. Fred went off on business to the North Island of New Zealand, while Lawrence and I drove back to Christchurch. We took the same route back to Christchurch that we had taken at the beginning of our trip, but this time we were able to see parts of the route in daylight that had been obscured by darkness before. New Zealand is truly a beautiful country.
We had to drive past Mt. Cook, which is the tallest mountain in New Zealand. Although Mt. Cook is a long way from the road back to Christchurch, we stopped to take a photo or two since it was such a beautiful day.
When we arrived at Lake Tekapo, we couldn't resist taking a joy flight to see Mt. Cook up close. Mt. Cook is nestled in the Southern Alps of New Zealand, which are indescribably beautiful.
Tuesday, August 28, 2007
Aoraki.
Lawrence and I parted ways again today as he boarded his plane back to Australia, and I boarded mine back to San Francisco. What an incredible trip it has been.
From July 17 to August 28, visiting three different countries, making new friends in Chile, spending time with Steve, Cynthia, and their children, sharing moments with my brother Lawrence, visiting family, and reconnecting with old friends.
I know Mina would have really enjoyed this trip, and I wish she could have been here.