mom was a little irritated at my sister so I didn't bring up NZ. I think I'll just email her some pictures of the ranches we're looking at buying and ask her what she thinks...
hey squeaky, good to hear that you have made the decision to join us in Gods zone...(and in the best part of the country IMHO) (don't go to Australia ;), they have no water, unless you want to drink your own recycled you know whats...)

Your buying a ranch in the states before you move out here?

Or are you refering to farmlets / farm / lifestyle blocks here in NZ?

I'm sure that distance and time may mend some wounds, as it did for me when i ran out the door not looking back years ago. (controlling mother, hmm sounds familiar...)

anyway all the best

Phil C