New Zealand Adventures #1

Hey from NZ!! I’ve been posting for Freedom Friday, but not a regular old post from me in a while. Life’s been crazy and wonderful and everything in between, so I’ve been trying to soak it all up. If you follow my Instagram, @blissful_lyss29, you can see updates over there from my study abroad journey.

Some things I’ve learned so far…

Jet lag is SO real. New Zealand is far ahead of Boston time. When it’s Sunday at 9:23 pm here, its Saturday at 3:23 am back home. Getting my body to adjust to this was a challenge for sure.
Traveling is also tiring! I spent 16 hours on a plane to NZ which is the longest plane ride I’ve ever taken in my life.
Bungee jumping is scary and amazing and so freaking awesome.
Living in an apartment by myself with strangers and away from home is teaching me a lot.
Buying a $10 used coffee maker was a really smart move for me.
New Zealand people love saying “cheers” and it makes me super happy. This trend needs to start in America.
The mountains here are unreal. Pictures don’t do ’em justice. This place is simply stunning.
Its’ okay to say no. I don’t have to do everything. This trip is my own, not anyone else’s.
My vibe attracts my tribe. I’ve met some cool people here and I’m grateful for that.
Walking everywhere is tiring but it saves $$ which is a good thing.