Had another absolutely beautiful day for our visit to an urban marae today. The urban marae was built to provide a home for Maori people who have migrated to Auckland and want to stay connected to their Maori heritage.



There are a number of programs run from the marae, including Radio Waatea, a national Maori radio station, a driving school, and a funeral home. We had the privilege of listening to Willie Jackson, a former member of parliment who set up and now runs Radio Waatea. If we were in the US it would be a little like sitting around talking politics with Jesse Jackson or Al Franken (not the best comparison, but I'm trying). I continue to be amazed at how important everyone thinks we are and how well they treat us in return.