Final Destination: I’ve Found What I’m Looking For
Reaching the final destination – seven years later. My story of the peaks and troughs of settling in New Zealand.
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Overture to Life of a Complex Woman
Celebrating International Women’s Day with a personal expression of being a complex woman. #ChooseToChallenge #IWD2021
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A Christmas Letter: Messages from a Life in Translation
Christmas messages to my family, friends and colleagues – and I hope to hear back from you!
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Life is a 9 layered cake
This year is about having my cake and eating it – all 9 layers.
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A long pause
Only just last week, life in Aotearoa New Zealand was about being ultra conscious about staying home if sick, washing hands, and being alert to symptoms of COVID-19. From today and moving forward into an indefinite period, it looks like we will have to live in a constant state of heightened awareness and adopt new…
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The First Year of Primary School – A Mother’s Reflection
My daughter R started Primary One this year. At the beginning, it was exciting, she found most things enjoyable, and I was happy that she adjusted quickly to the environment and found it easy to make friends. As the year wore on, however, the life of primary school unveiled itself to be a mixed bag…