While waiting for the remnants of cyclone Gita to hit New Zealand, we find ourselves in a cozy farm cottage with excellent internet.  So while the wind howls and the rain drips we’re sorting through photos and finally getting them on this blog!  Below you’ll find images from: Anthea in the Bay of Islands, including Christmas aboard; Devon with friends on New Year’s Eve; Lake Waikaremoana backpacking trip with Kathy and Yannai; Tongariro crossing; and sailing down the coast to Poor Knights Islands.