day out

it was really hard to get up early after the long week and last night, but once again, it was worth it. after a quick visit at a small local zoo (this was mostly for the kids), we had lunch in a small farm basically in the middle of nowhere, with a gorgeous view over the valley and the mountains. then we split up into 2 groups, the adults playing mini-golf. i think it was my first time, although i seem to remember a mini golf in New Zealand, but i'm not sure. anyway, this was on grass, which made it more difficult. and i'm useless at it!

after that, we went for a half-hour horse ride. i'd never been on a horse before. i had a very short and painful experience with a pony when i was ten, but that was it. this was a normal-sized horse, that didn't seem all that happy about me. i must say i was quite nervous at first, being completely aware of the fact that i could end up on the ground at any moment, should the horse so desire. there was a slight moment of panic when we started moving, but after about 5 mns, i started to relax. it helped that the horse was led by a person who knew all about them! there was no trotting or galloping (much to V's disappointment), but it was a nice slow ride through the forest.

i'm really happy i did it. i don't think i'll ever get into riding, but i will be slightly less scared from now on.