Merry Christmas! I got two celebrations today--I was invited to the home of another woman from the church, and then we had a potluck at the hostel. Although it has been nice, it still doesn't quite feel right, not quite like Christmas. It's hard for me to believe that Christmas Eve services have happened and there are Christmas trees up across the world. Looking at the stars again tonight reminded me of just what a different place it is that I'm in.
Tomorrow I finish things up around here and prepare for the Heaphy Track. For now I think I'd better start heading to bed!