It's a big day - for many reasons. It's the day I start my solo travel, heading to Wellington on the ferry right now. Mom is heading home. Denney got his jaw unwired. And it's the last day of February, marking my three weeks checkpoint. I wanted to write a bit before I actually got to Wellington, just so I can remember what I was feeling. The anticipation, excitement, anxiety, uncertainty, insecurity, hope, and giddiness. All of those things. It was a rush this morning, getting all cleaned up and checked out by 10 am. Denney got his wires cut this morning, so I called him and talked to him for a few minutes, and I had to shower once more in the best hostel shower in history. And then Mom and I had some time to just hang out before we parted ways. We got ice cream, because that's what you do in Picton. I got hokey pokey flavor, because that's what you do in New Zealand. Mom then took me to the ferry set down, and I gave her a big hug. I may have got a little choked up. Mom and I are very close. We have very similar humor, and she is always making me laugh. It's been really great traveling with her. We like to do basically the same things on trips, so it was easy. I love her a lot. And I'm sure I'll miss her. Dad too. I have the very best parents.
I've been on this boat for about two hours now, explored all that I'm allowed to see. Every lookout, deck, cafe, etc. It was fun being outside or up on top for a while, but it's just too windy. So I'm at the back of the boat, in a sunny, all-windows area with tables and chairs. Getting a suntan.
It's been a fun time South Island. I hope to see you again in a few weeks!
We talked for more than a couple minutes!
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