Hi Lolo and Sean - how's things going? Are you figuring things out? I found out about a phone card with cheap minutes to NZ. I'm going to get one and I'll send you the number.
Things are pretty much the same here - I had a fun little party for work people on Friday. I've gone skiing a few times. We (Kels and I) miss you!
loads of love - Mom
Matthew Schmidt
¡Hola Chicos!
¿Como estan en Nueva Zealanda? I am in Buenos Aires, and have been for the last month or so. I´m taking spanish courses 5 days a week, 4 hours on Tu, Thur, and 6 hours a day on Mon, Wed, Fri. It has been quite intense in general, but I only have two more weeks of class and then it is purely play time. BA is a great city with tons of culture and action. Although, I must say, I am a little anxious to leave the city life behind and get back into my element in the mountains. I will be meeting scott in Peru around new years, so that will be great. We are just going to surf and climb and hang out. i can´t wait.
How is N. Zed treating you guys? So you are on the very northern tip of the country heh? Scott and I never made it up that way, so I will be interested to see some photos and hear about your travels. Let me know if you guys have any questions about the S. Island becuase that is where Scott and I spent the majority of our time, so I could give you some must see/ do type highlights if youre interested.
Hope everything is going well, and I can´t wait to hear more about your trip!
¡Chau! Matthew Schmidt
Gramps
Hi kiddos - just looked at your second batch of pics. Great shot of the Auckland skyline, and Lolo sure looks happy sitting on the ferry. I find it hard to believe that you're really down there. Hope to read some verbal news soon about the farm where you've ended up and its address so I can find it on Google Earth. You probably heard Kelsey and his buddies had a great time at Whistler last weekend. All well here, lots of love Gramps.
Leah(Sister)
Hi Seany and Laurel!!! I am glad to hear that you two are having a fantastic time in New Zeland. I miss you two SO much. Thanksgiving and the holidays will not be the same with out you Seany. I wish you were home, but I know being in New Zeland will be an AMAZING experience. I hope someday I can travel around the world like you two. I have begin riding again and am SOOOO pumped. Well Monday will be my first offical day of riding. I can not WAIT to get on a horse again and get back in shape. As of right now I am sick which sucks, but thats the college life. WOO HOO!!! (LOL) Anyways, I hope you two are being safe and have a GREAT GREAT time. Write back to me soon at my email- [email protected] or [email protected] . I love you both and miss you both. Be safe.
-LeeLee-
Kasi
Hi Lolo and Sean! Sounds like you are having a wonderful adventure. Thanksgiving was excellent in Portland. My parents came over! My dad is very excited for both of you and sends his regards. It almost snowed in Portland today!
Miss you guys.
Love, Kasi
Sue Wall
Hi Lolo and Sean - that was a great batch of pictures. I love the jade plant! It looks incredibly green there. It is incredibly white here. The snow is sticking around and we're supposed to get some more this week. I went skiing twice!! It was really fun. Hope you post some news soon!!
love love - Mom(Sue)
Kerry Maclane
Woah, You've got to tell me more about how you happened upon this room full of NZ dulcimer players!They look like a covey ofQuakers or Unitarians.What did it sound like?Were they playing traditional Appalachian (somebody killed somebody) tunes, or Pete Seger oldies, or what?The palms reminded me of County Kerry…and I expect I'll see matching sheep soon.What the heck was your WWOOF's host growing in those jars…they looked like spuds…but the inquiring farmer wants to know more.Today was traditional after-T-day turkey soup creation.As the weather is turning here, I also had to deliver another 20 gallons of filtered Wok and Teriyaki veggie oil to the Shamrock's hungry oil stove.I'll expect another visit here upon your return.Good job on the postings, thanks, and keep stretching as much as you can Sean.
Big love, Pop/K.
Jamie And Gang
Hello adventurers. We're thinking of you. Roz ate a kiwi just today!- in your honor, of course. Enjoy!
Jamie And Gang
Hello adventurers. We're thinking of you. Roz ate a kiwi just today!- in your honor, of course. Enjoy!
Auntie D
Hi Lo and Sean - can't imagine what's in store for you, but I'm so excited for you! So glad you were able to see some of Coromandel - we heard it's beautiful but it was mostly fogged in when we were there. Can't wait to read and see more from you. xoxoxoxox
Auntie D/ Diana
Grandma
Hello you two adventurers. Your pics of theCoramandel peninsula are gorgeous. I remember it very well. D&B are here, will leave Tues. as will I for Denver and then Calif. Looks like your weather is perfect. Be good, enjoy every minute, and keep us posted. Love love, G&G
Grandpa
Dear L & S - I've just viewed your first batch of pix, they're neat. How 'bout posting the address where you're staying; with the help of Google Earth or Maps I'd like to see where you are. I remember parts of Auckland quite well, but don't know all the suburbs. Auntie D & B are still here and we're having a good time. We had our new neighbors over for drinks last night, they're a very nice family; much younger than us, their oldest daughter is younger than you. XXXXXXX OOOOOO G&G