Thumbs pointing south

As my journey continues the perception of traveling is demolished by exceeding standard of adventures. Each day hatches a new expedition full of interesting task. The trailer I formed for this adventure is put to rest by the unprecedented circumstances. I realize what I thought of, and what is to be, are on two sides of the spectrum. Like watching a movie trailer, then watching a movie, standards can be shattered because the expectation is surpassed by the quality of fulfillment in the theater. This journey has surpassed anything I could of thought of.  No true grasp can be secured unless you are there to cling onto what it is you desire to hold. My travels have been a life changing experience. Reflection is promising when traveling. Nevertheless, appreciation for the things that have been falling second to useless priorities are coming to the forefront of my mind. Friendships I've always had are now even more valued when away, Family is being cherished, and a closet with a plethora of options sounds golden. I'm currently traveling south yet I know each step taken is one closer to home. Time is ticking an d I'm nearing on a month left. I can only assume the enjoyment of home will last for a bit then the craving for more will flare up. So im enjoying this spontaneous lifestyle, and going with the wind. 

I met a guy from czech republic names Martin. He took me to Napier where I stayed with a family friend names mike. I arrived in Napier the same time the city was having their 1930s festival. The entire city is morphed into the 1930s, everyone dresses up, old cars line the streets, a live band plays on the beach, and old machinery is put in display. Also, mike took me fishing on Sunday. Although We didn't catch anything we did capture everlasting memories.  Napier is a nice little town, and I can't thank mike and his family enough for the hospitality, and warm gestures.

From there I was dropped off on the out skirts of town. I hitched a ride from Napier to Wellington with a man named hue. At first I was a little skeptical with riding with a stranger, but after a brief convo I knew this ride would be smooth riding. Hue is a 65 yr old retired scientist. He use to travel when he was younger. We exchanged stories and stopped at some place along the way. He even took me to the train station in his city so I could get to my final destination. Nice chap he is. Altogether I hitched the distance between Vancouver washington and Seattle. 

In Wellington, which is located at the  bottom of the north island. I found a hostel, got situated and then went to
Meet some girls. I met some girls I had been talking to from a website called couch surfing. This website allows you to see what other travelers are doing, and possible stay on a locals couch for the night. Shortly after we met, I bought a ticket for the ferry and am now traveling with them on the south island. We did wine tasting, and am currently undergoing my first couch surfing experience. They are sleeping inside the house and I am In a bus, one that reminds me of the one in "into the wild." it's pretty sweet!!! 

More so, I was introduced casually to a guy named Juan. He is an animator for a company called wedda. If you don't know what level of Editing he's on through this company then you'll realize through the movies he did...which are: rise of the planet of the apes, the hobbit, adventures of tin tin, avatar, etc. I was able to pick his brain about media. Super cool guy, so chill and welcoming. I'm looking forward to going back to Wellington and connecting with him. 

This journey has been a long one and my beard will prove it when I return. I lost my razor so I have no intention of shaving. Can't hold one anyways because my thumbs are out and they are pointing south.


"Let the wind blow and I shall tumble along with it like a leaf, Careless and free."