Schnauzer Sighting in NZ!

Andrew and I really do appreciate all the comments left on our blog. We check them regularly; more often than we should admit, as Internet time here is really expensive. It's just nice to know that there are people out there (loved ones and strangers alike) reading about our travels in New Zealand. We know that the site meter keeps going up, but it's nice to be able to attach some personal thoughts to the growing numbers (many of which are probably from us checking for new comments...).

As such, we always try to respond to any questions or suggestions left on Green with NZ. Ask and you shall receive! This one is for Cousin Otto from Fort Myers, FL, who recently requested a schnauzer sighting in NZ. This handsome fellow was spotted on a small beach in Tauranga on the North Island.


Several weeks ago, I caught sight of two kiwi gentlemen taking an evening stroll along the water. One of them was escorted by the schnauzer. When they stopped to chat, I made sure to get a photograph of the dog... just for Otto and family! See... we even preemptively aim to please.
Just another note for all the many people planning to place a phone call to me or Andrew, and I know that there are lots of you out there. With the recent springing forward and falling back for daylight savings time, Andrew and I are now eight hours behind you tomorrow (for those on the east coast). Six hours behind (and tomorrow) already made calling home difficult, but we're up to the challenge of the eight hour time difference!