Sometime early in 2002 (although now we are having trouble recalling the precise time), we decided to move to New Zealand.
The actual move took some time, involving some logistics, including getting visas and work permits, selling the house, getting the cats approved, etc.
Here's our diary of the big move.

Logistics
Logistics part 2

2002

Escaping Boston
Christchurch
Cats
Banks Peninsula
Car
Wanaka-Queenstown
Dunedin
Christchurch
Kaikoura-Blenheim
Nelson
The Wet Coast
Hanmer Springs
Home in Nelson
Christmas

2003

The New Year
Summer
The House
Update on the Cats
Autumn
Maungatapu
Sunday Creek
Heat and Roof
Rogues
Early Winter
Snow
Winter Solstice
Renovation
Kitchen
A Whole Year
Reincarnation
Bayleys
Hokey-Pokey

2004

Tour de Vineyards
Do I Look Fat
A Busy Summer
On Our Way
The Other Island

Why New Zealand?
John has always wanted to come here.
English speaking
reasonable job prospects
low cost of living
laid back lifestyle
lots of vacation time
temperate climate
low population density
great riding, hiking and outdoor activities
merino wool
hobbitts, elves, and wizards