Wandering and Wondering
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Matariki Adventure
Alongside mid-winter, which is celebrated universally (at least to some extent), here in New Zealand we also celebrate Matariki. Matariki is a specific astronomical event when the constellation of Matariki (Māori name), also known as Pleiades (to the Greek) or… Continue reading
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Yule, Mid-Winter 2022
As we ease towards summer, I am reminded of the peace and tranquility of winter and the also-inherent feeling of slowing down as the short days and long nights remind us all that sometimes it’s better to rest than to… Continue reading
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MMM -March, Mabon, Movie Night and More
“He rau ringa e oti ai” – (By) A thousand hands, it (the work/mahi) is completed. Maōri whakataukī Mabon is the 2nd of the harvest festivals that are celebrated and occurs at the time of the Autumn Equinox. In 2021,… Continue reading
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Lammas/Lughnasad (Feb 4th 2022) – The First of 3 Harvest Festivals
Let’s talk about food. These days you can whatever food you want, whenever you want it, subject to COVID-related shipping problems, of course. Not long ago that was not the case. People has to eat produce in season and when… Continue reading
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Litha, Summer Solstice 2020, 2021 and how it contrasts with Now
During summer, I feel the need to stay outside as much as possible. Summer solstice time is an excellent example of this. The past few years I’ve made a habit of using this time to bring friends together up my… Continue reading
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Beltane 2020 and 2021
A haiku for starters: Gosh how time has flown, Two years gone by just like that It scares me deeply / Beltane 2020 was a blast. I had a very busy weekend. Initially I attended the local astronomy camp where… Continue reading
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Darkness
The darkness calls me “No!” I say, not me today One more day I fight. Continue reading
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Weekends
Far be it for most, To think the weekend so dire, But busy is best. Continue reading
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Home
Returning home, whew! My head rests on the pillow, Sleep comes at a rush. Continue reading
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House-sitting
New house, cat, garden, Must find all the light switches, Tomatoes galore! Continue reading
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