On my way!

Cherry came to the airport to see me off. Look at all that luggage! It never ocurred to me that I would not be able to carry it myself. Oh well, live and learn.

View from my Balcony

This lovely park is right across the street from the YMCA. Christchurch seems to have a lot more trees and parks than a lot of the cities I've seen in the US.

Christchurch Hospital

Right across the street - how handy!

Alpaca families

Females and young alpaca

Male Suri Alpaca

Behind this male you can see the pastures full of females and cria (young alpacas). This 300 acre stud is one of over 200 in New Zealand.

Male Suri Alpaca

Hello!

Male Suri alpaca, up close and personal.