Thomson joined the Chiefs as one of eight replacement players currently with the squad.
Gurunathan said it was surreal that, this time two years ago, they were in hospital in Japan, where Thomson was just starting rehab and learning to move his body again after a debilitating illness.
"Fast forward and I'm watching him do what some people said he'd never be able to do again.
"I'd be lying if I said that the past two years have been a breeze. They've tested us big time. It's hard never getting to put roots down, not knowing how long we will be in one place before having to re-pack the suitcases & move to the next temporary place only to do it all over again just as I've begun to feel settled."
Gurunathan and Thomson spent time recovering in Bali for several months and she says if there's one thing the past two years have taught her it's that life doesn't always go according to plan, and maybe that's the beautiful part.
"I don't know how long we'll be in Hamilton, but for now, I'm just incredibly grateful to be here & excited about what the universe has in store for me/us this year."
She has put the call out for Hamiltonians to give her tips on farmers' markets, sightseeing spots, best eateries, nail salons, beauty clinics and beautiful hikes.