Open LettersThe Transition TripWhen the job offer finally came through, I gave myself permission to breathe again. That oppressive feeling of being in a situation that…Jul 15, 2021Jul 15, 2021
Open LettersChampions of the Great Heaphy WalkIt’s down to the last minute. The huts are booked but little else. We scrabble together the last of the plans and forget everything until…Mar 2, 2021Mar 2, 2021
Open LettersSpringing in and out of COVIDThe anticipation around opening up the country has all the bubbles talking. On the day of the announcement, 4/20, the whole country tuned…May 27, 2020May 27, 2020
Open LettersThe spectrum of Covid governanceIn the first two weeks New Zealand would jump from 100 to 1100 cases. In a similar window of time the US would jump from 1 to 5 hundred…May 16, 2020May 16, 2020
Open LettersThe beginning of Lockdown: Week 1Its not until after dinner that night that I finally get time to sit and just absorb the current news to understand the state of affairs…May 8, 2020May 8, 2020
Open LettersRowin down the RiverBefore the end of days, we have one more thing scheduled after WOMAD. 7 of us are going to take one last breath of natures beauty with a 3…Apr 12, 2020Apr 12, 2020
Open LettersThe last of the good ole daysIn February, I start to resettle back into a weekly routine. Circus classes in rope and contortion on Monday’s and Wednesday’s, either a…Apr 11, 2020Apr 11, 2020
Open LettersAt the turn of a decadeThe end of 2019 was a blur. They call it silly season here. Everyone makes the most of the nice weather. Every weekend is booked out. I…Apr 10, 2020Apr 10, 2020
Open LettersMiles on the MilfordPack your bag. Check it twice. Question the needs versus wants, over preparation packing choices and finally catch that cab to the airport…Dec 31, 2019Dec 31, 2019
Open LettersHome Sweet HomeIn the midst of this summer swing another set of doors open in March when I am welcomed into a new household. It is both an encouraging…May 24, 2019May 24, 2019