The weather wasn't so brilliant for our boat ride on Saturday.  We were on a trip to see the famous "Hole in the Rock," but didn't get very far.  We did get to see dolphins.  Be sure to watch some of the videos.  Before our next "adventure," I hope that George will give me some photography lessons.  Any idea why we're seeing a round spot on the zoomed pictures?  The camera was dropped at Cape Reinga.  Rain most of the day probably contributed?  After the less than optimal sea activity, we enjoyed a tour of Russell, the first capital of new Zealand.  There was a jazz and blues festival going on over the weekend, and we did enjoy listening to music at a few venues; didn't enjoy walking in the rain from one hotel or bar to the next.  I know that rain is necessary for the beautiful green that I admire, but I'd have to live here a long time to get used to all the rain and wind.  (Rich actually complains about it more than I do).  The music festival seemed a little weak (2-3 star instead of 5 star); but maybe it's because I'm used to such a different population density and more commercialism.  Jeff, I wanted to buy you a T-shirt, but they didn't have any this year.  The most professional act was Wizard and Oz hailing from Australia.  pictures:  https://picasaweb.google.com/115133267095590644390/DolphinsRussell?authuser=0&feat=directlink