what a wonderful idea, please know on behalf of everyone in NZ, we thank you all from the bottom of our hearts, all prayers are so appreciated, because to be honest i think everyone here , whether close by ,or far away, is scared and worried for all our fellow NZer's, yes the pics are horrifying and i still cannot quite believe this is happening to my people.

We are fortunate that we have so much help, from everywhere worldwide, and everyone is banding together to help in anyway they can, all the websites i have been on today are donating,food, money ,half their proceeds for the day, whatever they can, it is truly amazing.

My sister and hubby only have half a tank of petrol so are staying put in hamner springs, they are safe and have all amenities, so they are most fortunate,hoping more petrol to arrive from nelson tomorrow,not sure what they will do yet, but cannot get home as of yet.I think i will feel a bit more relaxed when i know they are home, in the mean time we just have to hope and pray no more big aftershocks.

One of the largest hotels looks like it is going to collaspe, this is major as the rescuers were in the building close by and have had to leave that area, as it is so dangerous, a real blow, not good news i am afraid.