Rockin' up

I've arrived, it's half nine on new year's morning and I'm waiting at the hostel to go into my room - it's not ready yet. I'm feeling a bit confused about times, days, years etc and I have a very very sore throat - I hope it gets better soon!

The flight wasn't as bad as I'd imagined. The first leg (from UK to LA) was actually pretty good as there was lots to see. The highlight was taking "afternoon tea" over the rocky mountains whilst listening to the Cinematic Orchestra's "Mae Fleur". When I say "afternoon tea" that actually means midnight UK time. The view was spectacular and as I sat there munching on my jam scone, marveling over the endless snow capped mountains below me, I took note that it was the sort of moment that the word "awesome" should be reserved for. I've put a couple of pics up but they probably don't do it justice.

The second leg (fro LA to Auckland) was tedious and turbulent plus the women sat on the other side of the isle kept chundering nearly all the way! I did get to hear Unkle's third album "War Stories" on the plane's snazy media system though, which was nice!

Hopefully my room might be nearer to being ready. Going to go and have a wonder round the town. It's boiling here!

Jo