Feb 23, 2012 Thurs Day 14 Christchurch

Rained so hard overnight I expected to see Noah's Ark float by this morning and give us a ride to Christchurch.  We left Fairlie at 9:30, and before long  the sun came out.  After driving a few hours we pulled over at a picnic area and ate most of the leftover food for breakfast.  At 12:45 we arrived at the Top 10 in Christchurch.  Our final destination before our flight to Sydney, Australia tomorrow. We spent the rest of the day sitting outside enjoying the gorgeous weather.  Skyped with Teresa and Erin.  And sister Henny.

A kind employee offered to take our picture.
Last day in NZ. 

 My favorite excursion was Russell town in Bay of Islands, glowworms in Waitomi, Doubtful Sound Cruise and the 7 hr Elm Wildlife tour to see penguins and albatross.
We are all sorry to leave this beautiful Island, spectacular scenery and friendly and helpful people.
Throughout our 2 wks in NZ, the only time we had rain was during the night, or on our travelling days.  Like Marcel keeps saying, "God is looking after us".  And not just with the weather.

At night we went out to a Tai restaurant.
Marcel enjoying his last beer in NZ

Sharing a dessert. 

Immy's not sure if she'll get any!

One more sleep and we're off to Australia for brand new adventures, and to finally meet our new friends and adopted  family.  Chrissy, Ian, Karena and Nathan.  See you there.
Lot of love to you all.  And enormous hugs to all our grandchildren.   Alida, Marcel, Immy and Peter