Re-arranged my private schedule, booked my flight, traveled on the weekend, woke up in another time zone...
... and as an homage to Bobskoot, I already got my feet wet.
A kind person offered me guidance on my first day, picked me up and showed me around, invited me into his home, and fed and watered me, demonstrating once again the great hospitality that these island species is known for.
I had a wonderful day, thanks to Roger and his partner willing to spend their Sunday off with a perfect stranger.
Tomorrow will be a work day, and my inner clock is telling me that it's 2AM, so I am calling it a day.
So he does exist. :)
ReplyDeleteyes, I have proof!
DeleteOh your in NZ. You are going to love the place it is so amazing.
ReplyDeleteYou bet. If it only wouldn't be so far away from the rest of the world. But I guess that's what makes it so special.
DeleteIt sure doesn't look like winter is threatening there. The beach looks wonderful. I'm sure that your company is extremely thankful that you are willing to make the sacrifice...
ReplyDeleteMy company should be happy that I can comply with those last minute requests so easily...
DeleteYou are braver and more trusting than I. I doubt I would go to a stranger's house alone.
ReplyDeleteI also have a belt in self defence, my life insurance. But so far I have only met wonderful people in the motorcycle world.
DeleteAwesome.
ReplyDeleteNot only did work send you somewhere tropical but you got to meet the famous Rogey.
How do I get a gig like that?
Start working for a company with headquarters in NZ, and there you go...
DeleteDown Under!! No that's a trip!! New Zealand is supposed to be as close to paradise as it comes on planet Earth. Take pictures and make posts to make us envious.
ReplyDeleteDays are getting shorter, so during work days I won't have much opportunity for pics, but I hope to be able to make up for it at the weekend.
DeleteThat is too cool. Can you sneak him home in your checked luggage?
ReplyDeleteMy luggage is already overweight, so I doubt he will fit. But I can try...
DeleteSonjaM:
ReplyDeleteIsn't it the most wonderful thing to know that Roger has a "spare" bike. That must be a first with Roger wearing his favourite apron, looks pink from my angle.
Have a good trip and hope you get some free time for yourself
bob
Riding the Wet Coast
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Bob, I won't be pushing Rog to letting me use his other bike. However, I brought my gear with me just in case...
DeleteFree time? What's that?
Great to hear that Rog is taking care of you in our absence! We'll be back from Western Australia at the end of the week and maybe we can spoil you a bit more :-)
ReplyDeleteHe has been a great host, and represented his country perfectly ;-)
DeleteI am not saying no to more getting spoiled. Looking forward to meeting you. Safe travels!
You did all that for work - you are sooo committed, really!
ReplyDeleteHonestly have a great time (work and all). It's terrific that you get to meet fellow riders and bloggers in such a spectacular location. Enjoy.
That's were commitment gets you, eh? Despite work I have had a blast so far. It's a privilege to meet other bloggers... whereever they are.
DeleteYour sacrifices for your employer will surely be noted in your next performance review....
ReplyDeletedom
Redleg's Rides
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Actually the company doesn't do that... too afraid that people might ask for more money :-)
DeleteThat's pretty cool, travel that far and meet up with a fellow blogger. I hope you post lots of pictures.
ReplyDeleteHope to see a bit more at the weekend, and post pictures that don't involve breakdowns...
DeleteThat looks like a great getaway. I cannot think of anything better to do than go to NZ and meet fellow moto-bloggers over there. I hope to do exactly that in early 2013, so fingers crossed. Have a terrific time over there and don't work too hard. Okay, you should, because that means you can take these great trips!
ReplyDeleteOh, Gary. What a great plan, and I will keep my fingers crossed for you. I also wish I could be here, just for the fun.
DeleteBut hey, maybe one day I will...