We enjoyed our cross-country Thanksgiving jaunt to the west coast of the south island last year so much that we decided to reprise the trip. Two other American families joined us, giving us a grand total of 6 adults and 4 kids.
Dinner was delicious and unconventional, including sushi, spanakopita, and fish cakes, though the usual suspects also made an appearance (cranberry sauce, mashed potatoes, gravy, stuffing, pumpkin pie).
Weather was a bit spotty, but we had enough springtime sun breaks to allow some outdoor adventures, including the local Westport beach, Denniston plateau, Punakaiki, and Kura Tawhiti (Castle Hill).
This year, we're thankful for a lot of things, but mostly these: the continued good health and safety of the people we love; the opportunity to see new places, meet new people, and have new experiences; and last, but not least, the availability of cheese Doritos halfway across the world. Our Thanksgiving experience wouldn't be the same without them (tip o' the hat to Auntie Smeeches).
Love and hugs to you.
