I am pretty sure I have passed the days when you would find me jumping into Haruru Falls!
To be honest, I no longer jump out of trees into any body of water, but certainly not one that is swirling and cold. Don’t worry, I am not retiring from adventure. Travel still tops my list of things to do, and swimming is fine but these days I prefer to leap off a yacht than out of a tree.
It’s easy to see that my niece shares my adventurous spirit. Or should I say, it is great having her around, so now I can live vicariously through her. I no longer have to take the leap, as my old, heavier body just doesn’t withstand the type of fun it used to. Now, I can simply be the travel photographer and capture the moments with a smile.
Although, 30 years ago it probably would have been me . . .
Here is Haruru Falls (It is just North of Paihia in the Bay of Islands, New Zealand):
Actually, we did a small hike to get here so our first view was a bit hidden behind a tree.
It was a rather large tree (not in comparison to Tane Mahutu, the Lord of the Forest, but certainly a strong tree). We watched two boys leap off, jumping into Haruru Falls, or more specifically what I am sure was quite cold water swirling in the foreground.
Naturally, the temptation to follow was there. After confirming the boys were in fact locals and they knew that it was safe, my niece took the plunge. (We had planned for a swim later in the day, so she was prepared).
Jumping Into Haruru Falls
Go Girl!
We stopped and visited one more nearby waterfall, but there was nowhere to jump.
This is Rainbow Falls
in Kerikeri, New Zealand.
With our girls in school, we can’t go traveling around the world, but we sure can spend some time traveling in New Zealand. So aren’t we lucky my awesome sister was willing to share her daughter with us for a few months.
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Travel with us as we laugh our way around the globe. I am Rhonda Albom, wife, mom, photographer and blogger, sharing the lighter side of our traveling family's life with two teens. 
So, when will my nieces be visiting me? I have some great new “adventures” I am cooking up as I read your posts, I’m sure I would be great behind a camera with a little practice, too
Fantastic. When do you want them? They are always up for an adventure, just be sure to have plenty of plasters on hand.
Hi Rhonda .. that’s great your niece will be around for a while – and you can take your time showing her lots of life around NZ … that dip into the cool water looks wonderful – and she obviously is full of the joys of spring .. ie happy to travel, try things and just enjoy life to the full .. have a great weekend .. Hilary
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Thanks Hilary. You are correct, it is just wonderful having my niece around. She is so delightful and fun.
How fun and what a cool place. I’d like to hang out here.
Have a terrific day. ☺
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Oh Sandee, I hope New Zealand is on your travel plans list. I would love to meet up with you some day.
Looks like there are a lot of great things to see in NZ. Waiting for the day to get there.
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Me too! I can’t wait to show you around New Zealand