I wish I could get more photos posted but we have lousy Internet options here. I just wanted to let everyone know we had a nice warm and sunny Christmas with my family here in Queenstown. Our 4 bedroom house had a killer view of Lake Wakapitu and The Remarkables (mountains). We did lots of touring of the town and area together. We all enjoyed the Birdlife Park with kiwi and native birds as well as the taratua. The latter is a reptile unlike any other. It is even in its own scientific order among reptiles.
The gondola offers spectacular views of the town and lake as well as a chance to view parasailing off the top. There is a luge, bungy jumping and mountain biking, too. Always the land of extreme sports. I almost forgot to mention our family outing on the jet boat. Somehow we managed to get my mother on board. She was fine with the first few 360's and the bumpy ride at high speed. After about 15 minutes she said she was done but it was an hour ride. The rest of the clan was squealing with delight.
John was really happy that he got to Skype with his Alaska family but new grandbaby Hunter was napping. Another session is being scheduled so he can see how mmuch he has grown.
In anticipation of the huge fireworks for New Years Eve, we reserved a table with a front row seat.We heard over 30,000 people come to the Queenstown waterfront for the show. We may hit the ice bar afterwards.
We have been "on the road" for over 7 weeks now and admitedly have some bouts of homesickness. We miss all of you and wonder what's new with you. We do have email now and then so feel free to write. Check back soon for photos.
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