Alas, I bid adieu to the beautiful lands of Australia and New Zealand. Without a doubt, both countries were an adventure and a true pleasure to explore. My trekking, caving, abseiling, skydiving, and bungy jumping excursions where but a few of my phenomenal highlights. However, the warm and welcoming people, with their friendly faces and open arms, made my year-long experience all the more special and memorable. It is with great sadness that I say “so long” to some incredible people, but while I return to my homeland, those special smiles and our great memories are forever imprinted in my mind and merely a thought away… you special people know who you are and I carry you with me always.

A special thanks goes out to the energetic and enthusiastic duo, Gerhardt and Scarlet; Rob Benson; and Andy Hall. In addition to some fantastic photo opportunities, thank you for your generosity and for sharing and exploring some of your beautiful country with me.

My best to all. Keep up all your good work!

Chela