Bad Timing

Due to the untimely demise of my Laptop last week (names will not be mentioned, but there was a certain three year old invloved) I haven't gotten to post anything new until today. I've got plenty to tell, but never enough time (why was I afraid of being bored here?). I have taken so many great pictures, but won't be able to post those just yet either. We've been painting like mad, Jayson and Aidan LOVE their schools, and Jay and have lost and gained weight (just like previous trips to New Zealand, I've gained and he's lost). The feijoas have fallen from the tree and the tamarillos have ripened. We've been eating tomatoes, carrots, watermelon, swiss chard, and TONS of Kumi-kumi from the garden. I made zucchini muffins lastnight and we are eagerly awaiting Pink Lady apples (Jayson's favorite). We went fishing today and next week our carpet will be installed and we may even buy a car! We are finally beginning to feel settled, and it's sinking in with the kids that this is home now. Jayson asked just a few days ago when we would be leaving to go to the next house. I told him that we were here to stay. "Awesome!" was his reply. Kerikeri, New Zealand is truly beautiful and the kids are safe and happy here. We still miss our friends in Virginia and are hoping that everyone is saving their pennies to come and visit because this place will not disappoint. More next week.