NZ: the last of Auckland

This is restful spot in Davenport, a short ferry ride from Auckland. It's a peaceful little town and feels a world away from the bustle of the city. I spent my first day in New Zealand exploring Davenport, walking up high to familiarize myself with the landscape. It was a really good start.

Looking back at the city from Davenport.

I ended up buying a car in Auckland, not the cute one I described earlier, and it was a bad one. Here it is being hauled away by the wrecker. I learned a lot from this experience, namely, trust your instincts, and always have a qualified mechanic check it out before you buy it - especially when you don't know anything about cars! This may be the only Suburu Legacy I ever own! It looked so nice on the outside...that's another lesson - whether for cars or people...always look on the inside first, then out.






I like my new camera! This is a flower common around Auckland. Beautiful. Spring is in the air in Auckland.