Geraldine

Today was spent exploring the big city of Geraldine by foot.  Truth is, Geraldine is a small village and I needed to break in my hiking boots.  Why Geraldine?  A friend of mine connected me with a lovely couple, Bev and Walt.  I am staying with them for a few days to get my feet grounded and to map out the rest of my time in New Zealand. 

I went for a breathtaking run this morning.  I call it breathtaking because although the countryside of New Zealand is beautiful, it is also extremely hilly.  My little jogs on River Road did not prepare me for New Zealand's terrain.  As Walt frequently says, so be it. 

One of my first stops in the village was a fruit stand.  Ohhh the excitement I get at the sight of fresh fruit!  I'm not sure if it is the "Minnesota nice" aura I give off, but the lady gave me a deal on my blackberries to watch her fruit stand.  Yes please!  I was definitely in my niche!

Num Num!

I quickly found the local's coffee shop of choice.  Below is my tasty lunch from Verdes Cafe and Deli.