Anakiwa by dide

Anakiwa

That's us - visiting Outward Bound School in the lovely Queen Charlotte Sound at the top of the South Island. We were reminiscing about the time we each had there many years ago. Today we rode our bikes on a track. (I walked a bit of it as it had very steep drop-offs and was somewhat narrow.) It was 22 km each way, but we rode on the road for the return journey. I have incredibly awful ‘helmet’ hair from my cycling helmet, plus I’m trying to go from very short hair to a longer style. It’s a messy, slow process! We are staying in Havelock, right next to the marina. There's some pretty flash boats there!
Oh that brings back memories for me too. I was there when I was 21 years old, then again when I was 61! I like the way you have displayed your photo.
February 13th, 2024  
Such a wonderful shot of the two of you looking so happy! Your trip sounds so exciting.
February 13th, 2024  
Lovely image and narrative
February 13th, 2024  
I admire your cycling vacation. Do you cycle from place to place or do you drive and then take cycle trails at the location?
February 13th, 2024  
Wow… that sounds like a very challenging ride and a long one too. Kudos to you. Love the presentation and the story behind the shot.
February 13th, 2024  
Such a great portrait to illustrate your story. Your bicycling adventure sounds wonderful and demanding! I understand your “hair style” challenge, I also go from a very short cut to trying to get my hair as long as it was in my twenties 😊
February 13th, 2024  
Good to get to go back.. were you not tempted to sign up.. You are really giving those bikes a work out..
February 13th, 2024  
Lovely to return to the place of happy memories Dianne. Where you both there at the same time I wonder…..
February 13th, 2024  
@happypat I was there in 1978 and Chook was there in1969. Sounds so long ago!!!! The classic course is 24 days of hiking, kayaking, sailing, rock climbing, solo (3 days alone) and community service.
February 13th, 2024  
@julzmaioro nope - didn’t sign up…
February 13th, 2024  
@joansmor we drive and then explore on our bikes. E-bikes mean you can choose how hard you work or use ‘pedal assist’ if it is too tough.
February 13th, 2024  
Exciting trip and discoveries. You both look so joyfull
February 13th, 2024  
what a lovely photo and story Diane
February 13th, 2024  
How lovely. Super image.
February 14th, 2024  
Congratulations, you are still outward bounders 😊
February 17th, 2024  
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