Sunday, January 4, 2009

Kohimarama Beach
















After church today, we spent the afternoon on Kohimarama Beach. This is the beach across the road from our house. The tide was in, the sun was out, and the water was calm. It was one of the best days we have had at the beach. Conventional wisdom here says the weather gets really nice after Christmas. I have to agree because today has been great! The volcanic island in the distance is Rangitoto. When the tide is out we like to visit some rocks to collect mussels, pipis (clams), hermit crabs, and periwinkles. Esther and Sarah then want to take them home as pets. When the tide is in, the scenery is more beautiful and we like to go for a swim. I have become a "tide-watcher" so I can swim at the optimal times. I am training for a triathlon at the end of March and swim 2 kilometers twice a week. I'm not breaking any world records, though.

1 comment:

Andy A said...

Is it too late for us to join you on your trip? That looks really nice this time of year! Glad you guys are having an awesome time.