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Many people are surprised when I tell them that creating my children’s picture book, Maxy-Moo Flies to the Moon, was more of a challenge than writing and publishing my other 9 books combined. They always ask how can …

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Since breaking up with Facebook – and all social media – at the end of last year, I have made more time for my favorite pastime, reading books. This year, as at August 2023, I have read over 30 books which is more books …

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My reluctance to try new trends is well-known. I use the excuse of being a Gen-Xer to be unapologetically behind the times. The latest gadgets, cryptocurrency, and assorted social media networks have all escaped me. We …

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I have recently returned from a quick trip to Melbourne, Australia and checked off a significant entry on my bucket list – attending the live theatre show, Harry Potter and the Cursed Child. It was a mind-blowing, …

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One day later than it was originally scheduled for (due to poor weather), the first outdoor Auckland Synthony show took place on Sunday 2nd of April 2023. Synthony combines well-known pop, rock and electronic dance …

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Today, the 25th March, is my beloved late grandmother’s birthday; she would have been 96. I always thought of Grandma as an ‘extraordinary ordinary’ human being.  She didn’t change the world, but with her exceptional …

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