We arrived at the Pullman Hotel in downtown Auckland this morning.

We have a suite with a lounge area and a separate bedroom with a queen size bed. And another room down the hall with 2 queen size beds. It’s great. Danielle asked for two rooms and since they didn’t have 2 adjoining rooms, this was the best they could do. It’s great having a lounge with a couch and small table. 

Spotting the Colorado New Zealand schwartzes!!  



We had a quick visit :) and air hugs. Which are now a thing even though Sarah invented them years ago. 

Starting our big trip!

The closest we have been to Nanny  and grandpa in months. We risked it with hugs and one picture.

Hanging in the smokers area at LAX. We had it to ourselves for almost on hour. There was fresh LAX air which isn’t the best but we took our masks off and played. 

On the air New Zealand flight. We wore masks the whole time except for eating. 

We had 4 rows to ourselves to spread out. Great flight!!

Saying goodbye for now - see you in January!

We got a giant box!

And sarah waving bye to her art zoom class. I blacked out the iPad for privacy reasons. 

Loving our day outside with the family

Bris zoom. Welcome Isaiah!!

Rosh Hashana in the green room

First day of school again. Both kids. 2.5 hours.

Yesterday. 

They had an amazing day!

So much fun at Bartlett arboretum