Now it is time to return home and have new adventures and new experiences at home and in Seattle. Jordan and I bid New Zealand (and Lizzy) a fond farewell. I have learned a lot about myself, and about life, and I have brand new ideas for the future. I have prepared a slideshow of all my favorite moments... and don't worry, it may be 60 or so pictures now, but I pared it down from 215! Haha. There are just too many good memories that I will always hold close.
Lizzy says: Kara, we have had the BEST time and it has been the truest pleasure. I am so lucky to have been able to travel with someone as fun, artistic, and enthusiastic as you. I will miss you a lot, but I know that what you've got planned next is beyond badass and will be even more amazing!
On the day of departure, Jordan and I got up at 3am and caught a cab to the airport, where we got to have some fun with Gollum and Smaug. Our day of travel was very long, but thankfully uneventful. Unfortunately it was a little too uneventful because on our 13 hour flight over the Pacific, the in-flight movies didn't work! We had two layovers, one in Sydney and one in San Francisco, and then we made our landing in Sweet Home Chicago. We are so happy to see friends and family and to start our new adventures in Seattle!! Until next time, New Zealand. You've been amazing.