After a very successful birding trip to get up close and personal with Rimatara Lorikeets, Ina and I decided to take a leisurely stroll to the nearby village of Anapoto.

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Ina enjoyed talking to the locals as he spoke their language.

I was content to admire the artwork on the bus stops.  I really love how they honor their native birds!

Just behind the bus stop is a small general store where you can buy simple groceries, drinks, produce and such things as needles and thread which I needed to repair a torn bag.

We sat there for awhile watching the islanders go about their business.

Just before the general store is a small lane leading past the Anapoto church to the beach.  We walked down there and watched the locals fishing for a while.  The church is really beautiful!