Saturday, October 29, 2011

Chatham Islands, NZ

Very brief hello from way out in the ocean!  First land visit to these islands was interesting. 600 inhabitants, beautiful flowers, sheep, cows, fishing boats, and warm sunshine.


Yesterday a Zodiac trip around the Antipodes Islands - first viewing of penguins and seals, awesome scenery.



Orion anchored at Chatham Islands


More later from this trip of a lifetime!
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17 comments:

  1. eileeninmdOctober 29, 2011 at 6:33 PM

    What an exciting trip, I would love to see the penquins. Beautiful scenery and photo.

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  2. Pamela GordonOctober 29, 2011 at 8:56 PM

    It sounds wonderful Mary and a bit like England. I love the photo you shared. Enjoy! Blessings and hugs, Pamela

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  3. Blondie's JournalOctober 29, 2011 at 9:59 PM

    Beautiful pictures, Mary. Keep on keeping on!!

    XO,
    Jane

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  4. Southern LadyOctober 29, 2011 at 10:14 PM

    Can't wait to see more! Have fun! Carla

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  5. Come Away With MeOctober 29, 2011 at 11:55 PM

    It looks so beautiful Mary. Sounds like you are having a good time...I'm glad!

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  6. MaggieOctober 30, 2011 at 3:38 AM

    Just caught up with your activities, it all looks and sounds amazing.
    Will be back for more soon.

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  7. The Weaver of GrassOctober 30, 2011 at 5:04 AM

    Wonderful to be able to blog with someone so far away having such a wonderful time. Enjoy.

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  8. Marilyn MillerOctober 30, 2011 at 4:09 PM

    So wonderful! What a very special trip! Thanks for stopping by for a quick hello.

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  9. SherriOctober 30, 2011 at 7:17 PM

    Mary, how lovely! Enjoy yourself!!

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  10. GracieOctober 31, 2011 at 7:38 AM

    Glad to know everything is ok. Can't wait for you to come back and know all about your trip!

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  11. Latane BartonOctober 31, 2011 at 10:07 AM

    What a fabulous time you must be having. I can hardly wait to hear more about all your adventures. Stay safe and have a barrel of fun.

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  12. ClaudiaOctober 31, 2011 at 10:33 PM

    Oh Mary, how magnificent!

    xo
    Claudia

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  13. JeanneNovember 1, 2011 at 10:04 AM

    Hi Mary, This a trip of a lifetime. I am happy you are able to take this trip with your lovely friend. Your photo is awesome with the boat in the foreground.

    Keep on having a great trip and share it with us.
    Love, Jeanne

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  14. MILLYNovember 1, 2011 at 5:09 PM

    Hello Mary,
    Now you are a long way from home.
    I popped over to your blog and found you had posted from the ship. Hope you are having fun.
    The Orion looks very nice and the trip ahead sounds exciting. Enjoy every minute of this great experience.
    Eileen x

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  15. PondsideNovember 3, 2011 at 10:49 PM

    The ship is so beautiful - what a way to see such an exotic part of the world! I look forward to those posts that will surely come when you're at home. Stay safe!

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  16. Lorraine Young PotteryNovember 4, 2011 at 11:23 AM

    You are such an adventurer :-} I love the music on your blog too, makes me feel elevated. We just go over a big snow storm here in New England, USA.
    HUGS and thank you for all your thoughtful comments.

    Lorraine

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  17. *Ulrike*November 11, 2011 at 7:37 PM

    To travel the world the way they used to by sea, and enjoying all the wonderful things along the way.....sigh...
    Take Care,
    Ulrike

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