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…8 min read·Jul 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…12 min read·Mar 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…6 min read·May 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…5 min read·May 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…6 min read·May 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…7 min read·Apr 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…6 min read·Apr 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…6 min read·Apr 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…8 min read·Dec 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…6 min read·May 24, 2019----