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Fairground Attractions

Posted on 10 December 2011 by janstra

‘Tis the season for suburban fairs in Wellington. Johnsonville last weekend and Karori and Khandallah this weekend. We tried out the delights in Karori this fine afternoon and Petra had a wonderful time. She had her face painted with a … Continue reading →

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Wellington: It Really is that Windy

Posted on 9 December 2011 by janstra

Wellington Wind | Is The Capital Really That Windy?… | Stuff.co.nz. This has some fascinating numbers about just how windy Wellington really is. Answer: it’s probably the windiest city in the world. And there’s a link to some NIWA data … Continue reading →

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On Efficiency

Posted on 7 December 2011 by janstra

This morning, Petra and I took the car in for a warrant, posted a parcel to the UK, and collected my new glasses. I’m trying out the glasses right now – they feel odd. I hope that will change over … Continue reading →

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Life Lessons

Posted on 5 December 2011 by janstra

I learned a couple of things over the weekend. 1) If you don’t want your inquisitive 4 year old to find her Christmas presents, either hide them better, or wrap them up before you put them away. Petra stumbled on … Continue reading →

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In Which I Suffer From Assorted Ailments

Posted on 1 December 2011 by janstra

Long time, no blog. A bout of eye-strain which was severe enough to drive me away from the computer for over a week, combined with the flu virus from hell, has left me lurking around my house feeling very miserable … Continue reading →

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130kmh winds forecast for Wellington

Posted on 21 November 2011 by janstra

130kmh winds forecast for Wellington | Stuff.co.nz. If this kind of wind blew in Vancouver, Stanley Park would be leveled. Here, the trees are so accustomed that the damage will probably be limited to a branch here and there. I’m … Continue reading →

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Writing Homework

Posted on 20 November 2011 by janstra

I’m in the thick of the final section of my writing course and am suffering from a combination of deadline stress, stage fright, and distress about the subject matter I’ve chosen to write about. I have to write two 1500 … Continue reading →

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Cross-Cultural Understanding

Posted on 18 November 2011 by janstra

Petra has been learning a few rhymes at kindy and came home to demonstrate her new skills to us. She waggled her foot and sung, “You put your left leg in, you put your left leg out…” “Ah,” says Travis, … Continue reading →

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Size counts for mating male wetas

Posted on 17 November 2011 by janstra

Size counts for mating male wetas – National – NZ Herald News. Wetas are just the most bizarre insects…

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On Birthdays

Posted on 16 November 2011 by janstra

I asked Petra last night how her birthday had been. She gave me a huge smile and said, “Oh my goodness, it was good!” It’s lovely that we were able to give her such a happy day. Right now, she … Continue reading →

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