Here goes nothing...

Wow. I can't believe that after over a year of planning, I am FINALLY about to travel halfway around the world. I knew I wanted to study abroad before I took the SATs in high school. I became even more excited after I heard about Ellen's adventures in South Africa. And now, I have less than 48 hours left in NY.

For those of you that don't know, I will be taking off on 2 July at noon from JFK and after two flights and a long layover in L.A., I will arrive in Auckland at 5:25AM on 4 July. Due to the time difference, I end up losing a day! Please don't do anything exciting on the 3rd. I'll be spending the day in Auckland, most likely climbing the harbour bridge and visiting the SkyTower, New Zealand's tallest building. After a night in a hotel, I'll take a 13-hour scenic train ride to Wellington, where I will settle into my house and get ready for orientation & classes.

I'm not sure of the internet situation in Wellington, but will try my hardest to update this page at least once a week. Pictures will be posted on Facebook and I will put public links to those albums on this page. PLEASE download Skype, as it will be the best way to get in touch with me (AIM works too...)

I love you all and I can't wait to share stories and pictures over the next 5 months.

Noho ora mai

- Liam

P.S. That's Maori for Goodbye!