Thread:CantWin4NutN/@comment-34854170-20181028003432/@comment-34854170-20181028024444

Hi Diana, no we don’t have very big spiders. That is Australia. We don’t even really have poisonous ones. I say that as occasionally an Australian spider gets shipped over in imports. And no snakes here. Bonus. Anywhere in NZ has its attractions. We live on the North Island about two-three hours south of Auckland. Near water, as most Kiwis do. But not close enough for a tsunami to effect us as we are up a hill. I can understand considering a move. It’s been a difficult time in the US the last few years. Very tragic this latest atrocity. And the Trump supporting bomber. But I won’t say anything more about that as not my place really but I do feel for you and your nation. Not matter one’s political tendencies, kindness and respect should be the cornerstones of conduct. I was in the US over your summer (and part of last year too) and there are still many many lovely friendly ordinary people going about their business, the country itself is still beautiful and there are many many people who hold tolerance and respect in high esteem. This too will pass. But you are welcome in NZ anytime, although I should warn you the airtime is a killer. Looong flight. Do a stopover.