William Chong

I took a day off work today and spent the day driving around with Cheryl. We made it as far as Tauranga for lunch and a basic trek before coming back via Waihi and Paeroa (and yes, there was the obligatory L&P bottle shot). I have to say that climbing mountains is exhilarating when you have a great view of Tauranga behind you. I also have to say that it’s a little odd driving past bars selling beer in Bethlehem. In fact this part of Tauranga is so Christian-themed that you’ve got streets named after apostles, clothing stores called “Elim”, and of course, plenty of churches purporting to be Bethlehem [qualifier] church.

I had a great time – nothing like a day with your best friend and future wife to rejuvenate oneself.

Cheryl, I’m looking forward to more moments in life together! You’re my favourite Christian Asian chick!

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 Was good. Our tent (the white one) didn’t leak, which was pretty good for a $50 trademe no-brand 3-person type. Relaxing drive up to Goat Island, 80-cent ice-creams, pasta cooking, card games under torchlight, good friends.

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