Campin' at Kuripepanga

Sandflies are one of the few things about NZ that are horrible. After much discussion around the campfire, it was decided that sandflies are much worse than mossies! When sandflies bite, it itches for days. They are nasty little buggers, but I guess they make up for NZ not having any snakes or dangerous animals. Despite the sandflies the weekend camping with friends was a nice time away from the busy metropolis of Haumoana and Hastings!

Rainbow Party

Theme parties are a big thing here in New Zealand, at least with the people I work with. The theme this time is "Rainbow." This colorful party was hosted by one of the physios, who is quite a colorful person herself. Jeff and I left right about the time that Carys broke her toe on Emily's thigh while she was "twirling."