Auckland Getaway {Part 1}

A month ago, I was fully stressed out with my dissertation and it so happened that the one and only Mustafa Davis was going to be in Auckland for a couple of days to screen his documentaries and conduct workshops. I knew it was a sign. I Facebook-ed my friend, Shaymaa, and next thing I know I booked myself a ticket out of my misery. 

Two weeks later, I arrived Auckland and Shaymaa graciously picked me up from the airport. The sun was shining, it was super warm and I was with a wonderful friend... I just knew I was going to have a good time in Auckland. At the very least, I knew I was determined to have a good time.

My beautiful Shaymaa.


She took me home and introduced me to the newest addition in her family, Louis. 

It was love at first sight. 

I think his ears are his best features, don't you think so too?

Then Shaymaa's parents grilled some bbq for lunch and it was deeeelicious. I told you I knew I was going to have a good time, didn't I?

.... to be continued

Comments

Ainal M AB said…
Assalamualaikum Shahirah :) My name's Ainal, all the way from Brunei :) I like the way you don your pashmina, do you have video on how to put it on? :) Cute bunny, love Allah SWT's creation :"))
Laila said…
I adore the bunny it's so sweet :D
and yes, you passed a very good time there!
Salam!
yasmin iskendar said…
i wish i'll be there one day :)
KD said…
You two look Gorgeous, Masha Allah :) Also, looooooooooooove the bunny! Adorableeee! and Mmmm that food looks yummy! :D
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Feda said…
omg such a cute bunny!! I'm doing well thank you for asking, thank you for the support! Miss ya, you must be overwhelmed with joy having finished! CONGRATS!! You look beautiful as always, I'm always dying to go to New Zealand when I see your posts. Glad you're back posting again!
Unknown said…
i love all the pics.u r so beautiful.masya allah.the rabbit is so cute and the food looks so yummy :))take care dear.hv a nice day
Shahirah Elaiza said…
Thank you for your comments ladies!

For the Maria Elena hijab style: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yXz3FlAwUa0&feature=related