Jolly Jigs up 'For Giggles': Christmas Climbs and Cafe Chills! ⛅ Christchurch, Canterbury

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But the real treat was the breakfast - our cycling band gathered at a quaint Ponce cafe, nestled cozily around our Lyra. The air was filled with the aroma of coffee and the warmth of good company, a perfect end to a tough morning ride.\r\n\r\nFinally, cruised back home with a heart full of joy and a stomach full of breakfast. Working for oneself does have its perks - starting the workday late, but with a story to tell and a smile to wear. 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