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My ode to John Denver (Kiwi Style)
Our bags/bikes are packed and ready to go. We’re standing here, outside the Air New Zealand door gate.
I hate to interrupt Black Friday to say good bye……
So wave to me (us) and smile for me (us). Tell me that you’ll wait for me (us). Oh Babe (bloggers) I hate to see you go.
But we’re leaving…. on a jet plane. Yes, we do know we will be back again.
For now, please follow us where we will go………
Cheers to New Zealand!
See you on the other side of the world….hopefully soon!
The Cotters
Cheers to you, the hubs and New Zealand?? I’ll drink to that, lol! 😀 xyx
I hope you’re settling in, I can’t wait to read about all of your adventures over there!
ohyes, we are getting there. Can’t wait to settled. sheesh…. Glad to hear you are on break friend.!
I hope all is going well for you guys and the trip over was safe! I’ve seen a few of your facebook updates — jetlag and coffee! I can’t wait to hear from you once you’re all settled.
yes! we’re here! almost settled. Now i am finding all the running routes! woo hoo. how is the injury healing. You are running again, right?
How exciting!! Safe travels and have fun, friend!
its been an adventure so far. haha, oh the stories.
Glad to see you’re there safe – hope you have the best time ever xx
we’re getting settled, which could take while, but all is good! thank you friend.
i hope you have a safe trip filled with roomy seats, good airplane food, lots of overhead baggage space, short security lines, on-time arrivals/departures … here’s to hoping!
safe it was, fun? eek, i passed out after throwing up all on the plane. haha, kinda funny now. What a trip, literally!
You’re there! Oh I am so happy you made it! I hope the trip went well and I can’t wait to hear all about you two and your new adventure! Cheers to taking a leap and following your heart! xoxo
i am here! barely! haha. Oh boy, lots of changes right now. Learning to adjust and just go with it. Good for the soul though. Thank you for staying in touch. <3
WOOOOO HOOOOO!!!! What an adventure!! Can’t wait to see you settled and safe and sound doll!!!
I feel I miss you already 😉
Keep smiling!
xxoo
gosh I miss you too! Are you sure you don’t want to escape that winter for a summer trip here? hehe.
we are hear waiting!!!!!! can’t wait to hear how you are doing????? miss you!
oh i am trying for sure. WIth the time change (19 hours) and lack of internet (borrowing a neighbors), I am so disconnected. But it is probably a blessing right now, right? A computer rest week, haha. Miss you!
I hope you enjoy your new adventure! New places can be both exciting and scary. I wish you all the very best (and may do a little living vicariously through you!) Good luck with the move! xoxo
its a whole lot of change but God is in control! I am ready. <3
Can’t wait to hear about New Zealand! Have a great trip!
thanks Natalie! will hopefully get settled soon and update this week. Cheers and happy weekend. <3
Saw on FB that you made it and all is good (after the passing out and all). 🙂 Hugs Lindsay! I am so excited to hear all about your trip! Cheers to YOU!!!!!
oh yes, what a journey! can’t wait to get all settled and get the computer set up. Might be a while. Borrowing a neighbors now. But good to disconnect i guess, right? hehe.
Hope it was a safe and happy arrival! Sounds like it will be a wonderful trip- I look forward to hearing about it!
yes, 3 months! wow, can’t believe it.
Have so much fun!! Can’t wait to see all your pictures! Also, I totally sing that song every single time I fly anywhere. 😉
will update this week when i can. Internet is quite tricky here. Probably a blessing in diguise.
you made it!!! I know this has been a long time coming, but it will be worth it. So worth it! I can’t wait to see you and James thrive in NZ!
Yes, i can already feel the peace within. Such a good feeling. Update me on you soon! Please/ <3
Oh, I’m so excited for you! And I’d love to go there so much myself! 😀
me too! wish you were hear sipping on some sauvignon. 😉
thinking of you guys!! safe travels, so excited for you two
thanks friends. missing you!
I hope you guys made it safe and sound!
safe it is! SOund it will be after I finally get to bed. G’nite! sending my love. <3
What an amazing opportunity! Have a very blessed time there! Can’t wait to see New Zealand through your eye’s.
thank you Marian! my eyes have definitely seen a lot already! can’t wait to share.
I pray you had a wonderful trip Lindsay and James! What an exciting adventure!! Saying lots of prayers for you, Nicole
you know how much Iove those prayers. POWEFUL!
Safe travels Linds!!!!!!! I’m so excited for your new journey :D. I’m sure it will be all kinds of awesome! Love you!
I am beyond excited for your next journey!!! congrats!
I’m so excited for you to embark on this adventure! I hope the trip went well…I’m eagerly anticipating an update! Sending lots of love down under! <3
can’t wait to update you! i have a feeling it will take a while to get settled. HOw are you friend?
So glad to hear you made it safely! I hope you take all the time you need to become acclimated to your new home. Not only are there are boxes to unpack, but places to explore! You have so many adventures ahead of you, lucky lady. <3
I'm doing really well, but beginning to feel the stress that come with finals/end of semester paper-writing. Only a few more weeks, and then a long Christmas break, which I'm really looking forward to. The rest and rejuvenation will be wonderful. 🙂
HUGS!
you can do it friend. day by day. Praying for some relief and peace during this time for you! <3
Thanks, Linds! You’re in my prayers too. <3
Safest travels to you, dear friend! Love y’all and can’t wait to hear from you once you’ve reached your destination. Email, Skype, Blogging, etc…we’ll be in touch. Always. xoxo
oh my gosh, waht a craxy ride it was. I feel like it need 3 showers just to forget it all. ha! Miss you tons!! Lets skype soon!
Ooof that’s going to be a long flight isn’t it? 🙁 ENJOY your travels!! New Zealand looks BEAUTIFUL from all i’ve seen.
um yes, for sure. but when you pass out for 7 hours, its not so long. hahaha.
Safe travels, friend! “See” you soon!
yes, see you soon! hoping to get some wifi here in the house soon. Keep me posted on life in the meantime! <3
Best of luck in your new adventure down under!
i’d say it far down under, hehe. HOw’s houston?
Woohooo!! Safe travels!
safe it was, pleasant? mmm, not so much. haha.
Wishing you safe and uneventful travels, my dear! xoxo
oh there are always stories, but at least we had your snacks to survive!!
Hope you have a blast and the journey and airplane rides aren’t too brutal 🙂
oh well, it was brutal but we made it. Thats all that matters now,amen?! haha.
Safe travels! May God bless you on your new adventure!
thank you Em! god bless and thank you for that. He is good!
aww! this post sort of made me sad!! Because we’ll miss you ‘in the states’ but know that this is the perfect journey for you guys to take, at the perfect time. Safe travels, friend. XOXO!
i already miss that connextion with you! means you need to come visit!
John Denver + new Zealand = perfection 😉 Safe travels!!
such a classic, no? hope your thanksigving holiday is peaceful friend!
Yay! Excited for your new adventure!
Love <3
hopingi still get some emails or FB pics from you. I miss ya already.
have a great trip!
thanks Amy! it will be an adventure these next 3 months. Thanks for all the support!
you are both in my thoughts for a safe and cozy flight! Be well!
Travel safe sweet friend. Love you and thinking about you.
oh I feel that support Rachelle. your heart is amazing!
Love you guys!! Safe flight!!!!
love your friend. can’t wait to catch up!! send me an email on how you are. I want to hear about life, training, scott, etc.
New Zealand is lucky to get you!! Safe travels 🙂
wish you were coming sooner! I would have loved to cheer you on!
You guys are gonna ROCK NZ!! Best of luck, my friend!!
Linz, i miss you! we need weekly accountability/prayer meetings. K?
I’m praying for safe travels for you and the hubs 🙂
i just adore your prayers. Thank you!! HOw’s your family? dad?
See ya there!! So excited! 🙂
you know i can’t wait to meet you! send me your dates again when you can. <3
all the best and happy training, blogging, cooking, eating, wine tasting,exploring,baking, food experimenting, grocery shopping,
?teaching and take care!!!
yes and yes! all of the above! cheers Audrey.
safe and smooth travels, Cotter Friends! I like your version better than J Denver’s, and YES, we will be here when you return!!
much love to you – can’t wait to follow along on the Kiwi Adventures!
oh so glad. I think youre one of the few that actually got it. haha. Miss u tons!
Safe travels to you guys!! I hope the traveling is ok.
yes, thanks jess. Made it safe….phew!
i hope your traveling goes smoothly! cant wait to read about your crazy new zealand adventures!
crazy has already happen, which is even CRAZIER! haha.
Praying for a safe flight!!!! Cant wait to hear about your adventures there!! Love ya!!!
thank you friend. Prayers are amazing!