Adele Island

Adele island is a small island off the coast of Abel Tasman National Park in the North-West corner of the South Island of New Zealand. We kayaked by this place only to find that it was named after the discoverer's wife because of its semblance to a woman's profile. I tried to label the picture above (you have to use your imagination a bit) to see the woman laying on her back in the ocean, her head at the left down to her bust on the right. Yes, she has a bit of an adam's apple, but they're made of trees; what are you gonna do.

I bring this up not because the island was anything extraordinary, but because my beautiful cousin, Adele, is. Today (well, depending on how you look at the time difference) is her wedding day, and I am unfortunately not able to attend. I have requested the favor of the most pictures possible from family members; but I know no picture will be able to capture the sheer radiance she emits on this special day.

Therefore, this post is to you, Adele, a tiny dedication on surely one of the finest days of your life. I miss you and I love you and I wish you and JJ all the best things in the world during your long life together. You guys are a beautiful couple and nothing makes your family (me included) happier than to witness your love for each other and to celebrate it with you. I am truly sorry I could not be there for this day, I hope it was everything you ever hope for and more. Huge hug to both of you.

And, BCF, Adele. Should we sing one of our songs? Nissan, Nissan, dun dun dun duh duh duh...