A blog about life in Wellington, New Zealand
Today saw us back at work after 3 weeks of holiday. I was wide awake before the alarm went off, caught the earlier of the two buses I normally take to town, and got to the office to spend the first hour catching up and wishing colleagues a happy new year.
It is that odd time of the year between Christmas and New Year where there is no regular routine to reminding us of the day, of what we have to do. There are odd pots with leftovers in the fridge, a mound of chocolate (think we have enough for a year the rate we eat it), empty Christmas stockings waiting to be put away, and a strong disinclination to read the news.
The holidays have begun, and there is only one more day to go to Christmas Eve when we will feast … More
So here we are, the first few days of January already gone. The weather has been atrocious most of the … More
This past week of course included Christmas, a time of much feasting and spending time with friends. Books have been … More
If we were having coffee…or even a cup of tea…we would say how nice it was to catch up again. … More
If we were having coffee…or even a cup of tea… we would talk about the year past and the year … More
This week’s small pleasures is coming to you earlier this week. Today – at least in New Zealand as I … More
If we were having coffee…or even a cup of tea… I would tell you that I am now on holiday, … More
It has truly been a lovely week. I’m on holiday until next Monday, which is small pleasure in itself. I’m … More
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