So this is the first time, of few that I will admit that this morning was a morning that didn't highlight all the beauty of our coast. I don't think it really helped with the 5.15am alarm and then driving to town for the BNI Breakfast meeting.
However being a member of the Thursday Chapter in Whangarei definatly has it's bonus's, surrounded by great people and people who support you in your business and you support them. The Networking though valuable can not compare to the friendships and relationships that are made, and it is the later that keeps you going every Thursday.
Coming back to Tutukaka, it was still raining and there was flooding in the farm lands. You can't help but drive past the cows and horses and feel a little sorry for them in the rain, (think that is the 'city' girl mentality coming through). With all the rain you would be surprised to read that driving into Ngunguru there is still a lifting of spirits. I don't know if it is all those NZ baches lined along the water, or the fact that you can see across to that elusive Sandspit, it could be the boats that are moored, straining against their ropes, eager to get back out to the open sea for sailing and fishing. As Ngunguru is left behind and you start that climb to Tutukaka you know you are coming home. 2 minutes later you start that down hill drive (watch the locals on this hill, we nail it!!!) And there it is....HOME.
I must be one of the luckiest people you are going to read about on any blog. I have two amazing children, soon to celebrate their 8th and 9th birthdays, I get to work with my wonderful husband, Steve and we live here. Our work is our home, our home is our work. The team we have around us are fantastic, our locals are amazing and supportive and the guests that we welcome are eager to share this wonderful experience.
So what was my paradise found today? Coming home and getting to work and be apart of something so special.
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