Hi,
We had a great GiRL night out last night (I have decided to call it a GiRL night out - GIlbert, Richardson, Lewis - because I'm a nerdy type that thinks up silly stuff like that). Mum, Sally, Vivienne and I enjoyed the movie Slumdog Millionaire. Some of it made me squirm (tortuous scenes on children not being high on my list of enjoyable watching) but the acting was brilliant and the scenery about Mumbai was fascinating. Perhaps we can arrange another movie night at some stage. My mother is keen on Revolutionary Road which is also well acted and a bit depressing by all accounts. Great, uplifting stuff.
Another damp morning in Wellington. But not a breath of wind on my way down the hill. I actually almost enjoyed it. But I did take ages compared to usual - I keep my speed under control when the roads are wet. Which means I ride very slow as my brakes are rubbish with any moisture.
Mike has tramping club meeting tonight and we need to sort out what is happening this weekend so I guess he may collect gear for us to carry.
When I kissed Toby goodbye this morning he woke up bright-eyed and bushy-tailed. So the boys are having a great morning.
Time for my Weetbix. And a cup of tea.
Love,
Angela
Wednesday, February 11, 2009
Tuesday, February 10, 2009
How the Penguin found a Puffle (a short story.)
Once upon a time, there was a lonely penguin, and he wanted a puffle. But he couldn’t, because he didn’t have enough money.
And then, he found a Puffle! It was green, and it was really nice to him. Its name was ‘Funky’, and he lived in lots of snow. It was really nice of the lonely penguin, because he had just got to the top of the mountain – and the mountain was very, very, VERY tall. He was very annoyed it was so tall! It was so tall, he couldn’t get much money
. But the lonely penguin went to the bank and told them that he didn’t have enough money for a Puffle. So the bank gave him money! And then he got all the money to get two HUNDRED Puffles. Black ones, white ones, pink ones, and there was a Mystery Puffle too! All of them were called Finsbury and Humphy and Speedy and Bouncy and Slippery and…..THE END.
Good morning on Tues, Feb 10
Hi,
It is a wet morning here in Wellington but still really warm. Very odd weather. I had Toby drop off duty this morning as Mike was into work at 6am! Weird. We had a nice morning with lots of hugs and cuddles (I was saddened by the bushfires in Victoria and Toby cheered me up) and a nice walk in. I met Hamish (Mike's friend from Dunedin - married to Sarah - father of Ryan) at the bus stop and we chatted on the way in (it is his birthday today!).
I have a night out on the town with Mum, Vivienne and Sally. I must buy the tickets today. 6.30pm is the session and we're seeing Slumdog Millionaire. The place to meet is outside the Majestic Centre at 1730 (cnr Willis and Boulcott). Mum and Vivienne and I might grab a quick dinner in the food court at Reading Cinemas before the movie starts. Sally has a meeting and will be delayed a little. She can have a dinner of M&Ms and popcorn. Yummo! By the way, I stupidly left my cellphone at home (along with my house keys - Mike, you will let me in when I get home won't you?). So perhaps Mum can be the contact person? And if I had my phone I'd let you know her number. Maybe Mike will sort us out in that department.
Anyhow, time to get stuck in.
Love,
Angela
It is a wet morning here in Wellington but still really warm. Very odd weather. I had Toby drop off duty this morning as Mike was into work at 6am! Weird. We had a nice morning with lots of hugs and cuddles (I was saddened by the bushfires in Victoria and Toby cheered me up) and a nice walk in. I met Hamish (Mike's friend from Dunedin - married to Sarah - father of Ryan) at the bus stop and we chatted on the way in (it is his birthday today!).
I have a night out on the town with Mum, Vivienne and Sally. I must buy the tickets today. 6.30pm is the session and we're seeing Slumdog Millionaire. The place to meet is outside the Majestic Centre at 1730 (cnr Willis and Boulcott). Mum and Vivienne and I might grab a quick dinner in the food court at Reading Cinemas before the movie starts. Sally has a meeting and will be delayed a little. She can have a dinner of M&Ms and popcorn. Yummo! By the way, I stupidly left my cellphone at home (along with my house keys - Mike, you will let me in when I get home won't you?). So perhaps Mum can be the contact person? And if I had my phone I'd let you know her number. Maybe Mike will sort us out in that department.
Anyhow, time to get stuck in.
Love,
Angela
Monday, February 9, 2009
Good morning on Mon, Feb 9 mid morning
Hi,
I just remembered what we did on Friday. We went to Te Papa to see the Colossal Squid. It was great fun! Loads of people visiting too. We had fun in several exhibits and Toby created his own colossal squid and learned all about tentacles, mantles, eyes and various other parts of the squid anatomy.
Cheers,
Angela
I just remembered what we did on Friday. We went to Te Papa to see the Colossal Squid. It was great fun! Loads of people visiting too. We had fun in several exhibits and Toby created his own colossal squid and learned all about tentacles, mantles, eyes and various other parts of the squid anatomy.
Cheers,
Angela
Good morning on Monday, Feb 9
Hi,
What a pleasant long weekend. The weather was very good, if a little gusty. Yesterday was almost unanimously called a scorcher. My mother conceded that this time next year she may also call it that. However, the beach was still too cold for Toby to swim in. He paddled and ran out.
We didn't do very much really over the long weekend. Friday was nice and slow. Saturday we went for lunch to Sally and Andrew's place and they couldn't get rid of us. We camped in their backyard that evening and stayed for the family lunch the next day.
Mum also enjoyed the lunch there and Mike, Toby, Mum and I went to the beach on the way home.
Despite the radio saying the entire North Island would enjoy fine weather, I put my bike shorts on and walked into the lounge to see rain and wind battering the windows. Yuck! Some madness came over me and I rode in anyway. Actually, it wasn't as bad as I thought it would be.
Have a great week.
Love,
Angela
What a pleasant long weekend. The weather was very good, if a little gusty. Yesterday was almost unanimously called a scorcher. My mother conceded that this time next year she may also call it that. However, the beach was still too cold for Toby to swim in. He paddled and ran out.
We didn't do very much really over the long weekend. Friday was nice and slow. Saturday we went for lunch to Sally and Andrew's place and they couldn't get rid of us. We camped in their backyard that evening and stayed for the family lunch the next day.
Mum also enjoyed the lunch there and Mike, Toby, Mum and I went to the beach on the way home.
Despite the radio saying the entire North Island would enjoy fine weather, I put my bike shorts on and walked into the lounge to see rain and wind battering the windows. Yuck! Some madness came over me and I rode in anyway. Actually, it wasn't as bad as I thought it would be.
Have a great week.
Love,
Angela
Thursday, February 5, 2009
Good morning on Thurs, Feb 5
Hi,
Hey - it feels like it's almost the weekend! Tomorrow is Waitangi Day and we're off camping - apparently. Mike says so. No idea what the plan is. Mike will collect wee Toby at 3pm from school and pack. I'll get home and we'll go. Somewhere. We need to drop the wee car off at my parents place so Dad can get to work on Friday and Sunday as his bus route is slack and doesn't start early enough for him to get to work. How silly is that? But our number 14 does. So he'll drive to our place and catch that bus in.
Last night was relaxed. Very pleasant. Toby had a great day at school. Wee Tyler starts her school today so they'll all be excited in the Kitto household. I can't wait to see photos.
I also hope Benjamin is settling in ok at his school. He's mixing it up with the high school crowd now. How cool is that?
Have a great long weekend in NZ. And I hope Tyler enjoys her first two days at school.
Love,
Angela
Hey - it feels like it's almost the weekend! Tomorrow is Waitangi Day and we're off camping - apparently. Mike says so. No idea what the plan is. Mike will collect wee Toby at 3pm from school and pack. I'll get home and we'll go. Somewhere. We need to drop the wee car off at my parents place so Dad can get to work on Friday and Sunday as his bus route is slack and doesn't start early enough for him to get to work. How silly is that? But our number 14 does. So he'll drive to our place and catch that bus in.
Last night was relaxed. Very pleasant. Toby had a great day at school. Wee Tyler starts her school today so they'll all be excited in the Kitto household. I can't wait to see photos.
I also hope Benjamin is settling in ok at his school. He's mixing it up with the high school crowd now. How cool is that?
Have a great long weekend in NZ. And I hope Tyler enjoys her first two days at school.
Love,
Angela
Wednesday, February 4, 2009
Good morning on Wed, Feb 4
Hi,
It was Toby's first day back at school today. He is in the Main School now, in Room 10 with Mrs Croft. He was very pleased to be heading back to school. He took off when we got there to play outside with his friends. I stayed back to meet Mrs Croft and then rode into work.
Toby and I had fun on Monday and Tuesday. Although I have to say he chose to play at friend's houses both afternoons. Hmmmm. We had a really good day at the zoo yesterday.
I really enjoyed the 4 day weekend. After having a long holiday over Christmas I didn't expect to enjoy it quite as much as I did. I might have to take 3 day weekends more regularly.
Are we still on to go camping this weekend with the Lewises? Mike and I are keen to walk up to Powel Hut while we're at Mt Holdsworth. Let us know the plan - if there is one. Aunty Sally has also sent Toby a letter inviting him to come camping at Whites Line West this weekend. Toby read the whole letter by himself and he was very excited to be invited. perhaps we can manage both (Thurs night at Woburn??).
Anyhow. Time to get stuck in.
Love,
Angela
It was Toby's first day back at school today. He is in the Main School now, in Room 10 with Mrs Croft. He was very pleased to be heading back to school. He took off when we got there to play outside with his friends. I stayed back to meet Mrs Croft and then rode into work.
Toby and I had fun on Monday and Tuesday. Although I have to say he chose to play at friend's houses both afternoons. Hmmmm. We had a really good day at the zoo yesterday.
I really enjoyed the 4 day weekend. After having a long holiday over Christmas I didn't expect to enjoy it quite as much as I did. I might have to take 3 day weekends more regularly.
Are we still on to go camping this weekend with the Lewises? Mike and I are keen to walk up to Powel Hut while we're at Mt Holdsworth. Let us know the plan - if there is one. Aunty Sally has also sent Toby a letter inviting him to come camping at Whites Line West this weekend. Toby read the whole letter by himself and he was very excited to be invited. perhaps we can manage both (Thurs night at Woburn??).
Anyhow. Time to get stuck in.
Love,
Angela
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