On May 18, 2014, Jody and I left our chalet in Thames and traveled to our next stop, Auckland. On the way, we made a side trip to the Waitakere Ranges, the site of dramatic seaside cliffs and black, volcanic sand.
As we leave the chalet, Jody takes a picture of Fall leaves on the parking lot. We haven't been used to this in a long time.
We arrive at the Waitakere Ranges and have a picnic lunch on a beautiful green sward. To the left is the hidden beach and the Pacific.
Jody and I encounter a beautiful waterfall and hike up and around a mountain before venturing out to the beach and cliff area.
Where's Waldo? (Jody)
Sometimes I feel so so small.
Black, deep, volcanic sand.