It’s been a super busy time for me lately. I moved house over the last few days, and am now living with my friend Naiana, a girl I met up in Nelson in April. A group of CouchSurfers from Christchurch were up for the Easter long weekend and invited me on a day trip out to Cable Bay. Absolutely gorgeous spot, has a massive hill that completely kicked out asses. The view was worth it though!
My last apartment while nice, was a very stressful environment for me. The building was …

I lived in Nelson for three weeks during April 2009, working at Tasman Bay Backpackers in exchange for accommodation. This was the turning point in my New Zealand experience. Up until this time I was trying to Make It Work™ on the North Island, and failing miserable. Finally, nearing the end of my bank account, I swallowed my pride and moved South. It was the best thing I could have done for myself. I surrendered to the really living in New Zealand, doing whatever it took to keep me here.
Crossing …