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Oct 19, 2007

Christchurch, New Zealand

Today started a crisp morning. Bec went out early to take a few photos of Lake Tekapo as it was still motionless. Another quick checkout and on the bus and we're off to Christchurch. The last bus ride of our trip! Don't get us wrong, it was very dependable, but I don't think either of us will be pursuing a career in the multi-passender,…

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Christchurch, New Zealand

Hey Everyone, Hope you enjoy our site! We will try to upload pictures when we get a chance and keep you updated. Love, Matt and Rebecca

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Oct 19, 2007

Christchurch, New Zealand

Today started a crisp morning. Bec went out early to take a few photos of Lake Tekapo as it was still motionless. Another quick checkout and on the bus and we're off to Christchurch. The la…

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Oct 18, 2007

Lake Tekapo, New Zealand

Before we go any further, a word about ice cream in New Zealand. If you like ice cream, this place is for you. In addition to all of the flavors you know and love, there are so so so many more…

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Oct 17, 2007

Dunedin, New Zealand

Left Queenstown this morning heading west to Dunedin via Alexandra. Passed through a lot of small towns that originated from the gold rush. Stayed at On Top Backpackers in the city center. Gre…

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Oct 16, 2007

Queenstown, New Zealand

Woke up around 10am this morning to our Taiwan roomies vacuuming. They're a little too tidy. Matt was on the phone with his mom around 10:30am when the room started to shake. He asked if I tho…

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Oct 15, 2007

Queenstown, New Zealand

The day of the bungy... The last thing I remember is rushing downstairs as I was late for the bus off to my jump. I know I'm tall, and shower heads come up to my armpits in most countries, bu…

Connie Howarth Sounds like a great trip. Matt, your dad may be going to China to teach next summer (his heart attack and pancreatitis caused last year's trip to be postponed) . Its time to get in touch and be a family. Its up to you. Your wife and niece should know him. He's a wonderful person. Have a great Thanksgiving.

Nov 22, 2007 on the message board

Emily Hey guys, glad to hear that you are doing well--mom told me you called. The last 2 sets of pictures have been amazing. The full moon party sounded like an experience of a lifetime. Ellison misses you. She figured out how to crawl fast this week and pulls up on stuff now. Won't be long before she's chasing me around the house. Check out the blog for new pictures tonight. Love, Em

Oct 2, 2007 on the message board

Emily Stay dry, I hear there's a Super Typhoon that just hit China! Send more pictures when you get to Thailand - Ellison loved wathing the slide show on the laptop while she ate her squash! :) Write soon so we know all is well. Love, em

Sep 19, 2007 on the message board

Whitney Hi guys! I love reading your posts! I check it everyday. Send more photos! I'm so jealous of your adventures - it seem so fun. I can't wait until you get back and I can have some new friends in Cali!

Sep 18, 2007 on the message board

Sue Just got done looking at your pics...........AMAZING!! Glad to see Becky finally changed clothes........LOL Matt also made a wonderful acrobat! Look forward to more pics. Have a great time.

Sep 17, 2007 on the message board

Kimmie Wow! I absolutely LOVE reading your posts. I am so happy that the two of you are on this wonderful adventure together. It's so funny that people are taking pics of Matt! :-) Don't worry about Ellison - Emily and I have an arrangement and she will be shipping her out via FedEx Priority/Overnight TODAY! haha. I'll take her! Love to you both - your sister the twangy buckeye. :-) haha

Sep 14, 2007 on the message board

Emily & Matt I am so jealous...time to sleep in, read, and hike the Great Wall...any chance you'd like to come to Wisconsin and trade places with the mommy of a crabby, cranky teething 8 month-old?!? :) We love you and miss you and can't wait to see all the pictures. Funny, I felt the same way Matt must when I was in Paris at the Louvre with a horde or Korean tourists. :) Be careful of tiny red/pink/yellow pills in foreign countries! Love, your sister the concerned western doctor!

Sep 14, 2007 on the message board

Kathy Hi!! I'm enjoying reading about your adventures. Glad you're having a great time!! Much Love,Mom

Sep 12, 2007 on the message board

Kimmie I'm SOOO jealous! I'm stuck in Buckeye Land & you all are traveling the world. Have FUN!!! P.S. - Did y'all win the lotto and not tell me?

Sep 11, 2007 on the message board

Emily & Matt I see...you're having so much fun that you've forgotten to post some pics and fill us in! Ellison and I check your blog everyday, hope you're having the time of your lives. :) Love, Emily, Matt and Ellison

Sep 11, 2007 on the message board

Whitney Where are the photos and the stories??? I'm eagerly awaiting all of your adventures! I miss you guys!

Sep 9, 2007 on the message board

Sue Hope the two of you have a WONDERFUL time. Thanks so much for including me on this web site. Love, Sue

Sep 5, 2007 on the message board

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