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June 2021, Lake Tekapo - On our first trip together, going around the South Island for 8 days. It was between Covid-19 lockdowns and our 10th timing ever seeing each other in person!

June 2021, Lake Tekapo - Andrew would carefully build a tall stack of rocks for some photos after this, which Lucia would knock over on top of him.

June 2021, Wānaka - As seen online, it is That Wānaka tree.

June 2021, Wānaka - At That Wānaka tree but we are now properly socially distanced as was protocol at the time.

June 2021, Cardrona Alpine Resort - Off skiing!

June 2021, Lake Te Anau - Off to the Te Anau Glowworm Caves in Fiordland National Park!

August 2021, Auckland - Our pre-match photo, before seeing the All Blacks play the Wallabies at Eden Park, in the opening test of the Bledisloe Cup series.

August 2021, Auckland - Our post-match photo, after seeing the All Blacks beat the Wallabies 33-25 at Eden Park, in the opening test of the Bledisloe Cup series.

October 2021, Auckland - Understanding Actuarial Management, a joint study session, Auckland office.

October 2021, Wellington - Understanding Actuarial Management, a joint study session, Wellington office

December 2021, Wellington - Can't beat Wellington on a good day, especially with a BBQ! This was the trip to move Lucia from Wellington to Auckland, with a pitstop in Hawke's Bay for Christmas.

December 2021, Wellington - The big move for Lucia! Look at that expertly packed car. How fortunate Lucia has now employed an involuntary, unpaid helper... (pictured on left).

December 2021, Havelock North - Lucia's first Christmas with the Russell family! Also, the pitstop for the move up to Auckland.

December 2021, Havelock North - On the left, a fully edible (non-gf), scaled model of Laura and Tony's house. On the right, a gluten free mini-house. Both built by us and filled with sweets of course!

December 2021, Havelock North - A pavlova for Christmas is a must!

March 2022, Rotorua - Going up the gondola!

March 2022, Rotorua - Going up the gondola could be for one good reason only... taking the luge down! Surely Andrew would always win...

April 2022, Auckland - Out for an evening stroll along Wynyard Crossing.

June 2022, Auckland - Pre-party inspection photo for a house party where we had to switch wardrobes... who poses better?

June 2022, Auckland - At the house party where we had to switch wardrobes... who wore it better? Is this the ultimate manspreading by Lucia?

July 2022, Auckland - Watching the All Blacks beat Ireland, 42-19, in the first Test of the 2022 Steinlager Series at Eden Park, Auckland.

December 2022, Auckland - Moving day for Lucia, from one apartment to another. Fortunately, she has still retained her involuntary, unpaid helper... (pictured on left).

December 2022, Auckland - Outdoor summer dinner, in the lead up to Christmas, on the Lockup porch with the Russell family. Lucia's second Christmas time with the Russell family!

December 2022, Waiheke Island - A stunning day trip!

December 2022, Waiheke Island - Who is more stunning, Lucia, Andrew or that view?

January 2023, Wellington - Penny & Jordy's Wedding. So much fun!

July 2023, Auckland - Lucia buys a house! Sure hope she still has the mover from earlier...

July 2023, Melbourne, Australia - We're a barbie girl in a barbie world, we're so plastic, it's fantastic. Yes, we did go see the movie on this trip. And yes, it was Andrew who wanted to go see it.

July 2023, Melbourne, Australia - Looking back out from the Parliament House of Victoria.

December 2023, Havelock North - Lucia's third Christmas with the Russell family! All those presents better be for Andrew!

April 2024, Auckland - Out for Andrew's Birthday dinner! Hopefully Andrew isn't paying...

June 2024, Auckland - Out for some mini-golf at Holey Moley. Surely Andrew's short game did not let him down... And it did not! Lucia and Andrew tied for first place against our Actuarial peers.

July 2024, En Route To Twizel - This was at the end of a hoarfrost in a rest stop just out of the thickest fog we had ever seen. It felt like being in a Christmas card with all the ice dusted trees!

July 2024, Aoraki/Mount Cook, Tasman Lake, At The End Of The Tasman Glacier Walk - The picture speaks for itself. It was an incredible time to be there. We were very lucky!

July 2024, Aoraki/Mount Cook, Tasman Lake, At The End Of The Tasman Glacier Walk - A great photo of Lucia's family and ourselves together, out exploring the lake and seeing it all!

July 2024, Auckland - A fantastic family dinner where Andrew's parents met Lucia's family for the first time.

August 2024, Auckland - At Eden Park watching the All Blacks beat Argentina 42-10 for a 2024 Rugby Championship match and also extending their unbeaten streak at the venue to 50 consecutive tests.

November 2024, Hangzhou, China (中国杭州) - Andrew's first trip to China, with the first stop at Lucia's home city, Hangzhou! Lucia's Mum came to pick us up from the airport with a loving welcome gift.

November 2024, Linping Park, Hangzhou, China (临平公园 · 中国杭州) - At the top of the highest pagoda on Linping Hill, with 360° views across Linping District, home to over 1.14 million people.

November 2024, Linping Park, Hangzhou, China (临平公园 · 中国杭州) - Just below the modern, stainless steel pagoda on Linping Hill, with amazing views and historical art pieces.

November 2024, West Lake, Hangzhou, China (西湖 · 中国杭州) - This was on a pleasant pathway of covered bridges on a section of an amazing scenic route around West Lake. It was a fun day cycling all around!

November 2024, Hangzhou, China (中国杭州) - Visiting Lucia's grandparents (Dad's side) out in the countryside. Every one brought their A-game to the food!

November 2024, Temple of Heaven, Beijing, China (天坛 · 中国北京) - An incredible wonder and a true privilege to visit!

November 2024, Temple of Heaven, Beijing, China (天坛 · 中国北京) - Also, a stunning day to see it in all its glory!

December 2024, Havelock North - Lucia's fourth Christmas with the Russell family! Can you spot the corgi?

May 2025, Hangzhou, China (中国杭州) - Andrew's second trip to China was unexpectedly much more dangerous than the first! He was violently robbed at gunpoint by Lucia, while visiting her Dad's family.

May 2025, Hangzhou Zoo, Hangzhou, China (杭州动物园 · 中国杭州) - Who doesn't love a good trip to the zoo to see the pandas in their native country? Andrew definitely needed this after his violent mugging!

May 2025, Niushoushan Cultural Park, Nanjing, China (牛首山文化旅游区 · 中国南京) - This site included sweeping mountain views and the incredible Usnisa Palace (Buddha Summit Palace, 佛顶宫) and Usnisa Pagoda (佛顶塔).

June 2025, Auckland - Son & Summer's Wedding. Such a great time!

June 2025, Gold Coast, Australia - The mystery trip Lucia planned for Andrew for becoming a qualified Actuary! Next qualification, scuba diving? Andrew had never even snorkelled before this!

June 2025, Gold Coast, Australia - Oh my word, is that James Bond on that jet ski with his leading lady?! No doubt gallantly escaping after successfully executing another daring mission.

June 2025, Gold Coast, Australia - Just practising for later. This Dracula's show and dinner was a creative and fun evening out.

September 2025, Te Mata Peak, Havelock North - Another stunning evening and sunset up the Peak!

September 2025, Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland, Rotorua - Don't fall in! Surely Lucia's eye can't be closed in every photo... well none that Andrew looks good in. Oh well here it is!

November 2025, Auckland - What kicked all this official wedding business off, the proposal itself! Thankfully all that planning was worth it... because she said yes!

November 2025, Auckland - If you're here and reading this, it means Lucia said yes and still hasn't changed her mind (despite Andrew's best efforts).

December 2025, Auckland - Lucia's fifth Christmas with the Russell family! Does Andrew have enough Christmas spirit? Is it time for Lucia to step up her game? She has many more chances to do it right!

29 August 2026, Markovina Vineyard Estate, Kumeū, Auckland - A view into the future where we hope to see you all! Andrew was too slow in the first one but surely he nailed the last one?

29 August 2026, Markovina Vineyard Estate, Kumeū, Auckland - Add it to your calendar and map and come ready for a celebration! We cannot wait to see you all there!