Almost 6 months now
Posted 02-07-2008 at 01:44 PM by Meadow
and still loving it. 
A few things im going to write down here,as i do get the moments, when i panic and think,oh no what have we done.
The pain of not seeing my parents and son actually does hurt sometimes.
And then theres yesterday.
Colin calls home to say he is going to be bit late as he is bringing home a car from work.
A smashing big 4 wheel drive
So now i can use our car,instead of doing the 20 min walk to school everyday.
Colin asked his boss for a van as i needed the car for the school as well as hopefully might be starting work soon.
The boss told him to take the jeep.
What a good man.
Colin said he cant beleive how laid back he is,and easy going.And gets stuck into the work with the guys.
I know Colins well settled here now,he seems so much more content than he did in Glasgow.
And today it was great having the car and driving to school.
I was turning round the corner when i caught a glimpse of the snow capped alps in my mirror.
I actually got a fright
They were so white and huge. I done the crazy thing and head spun right round,then realised i had to go back and see this,as i thought it was my imagination.
I turned around and drove back towards the spectacular breathtaking view in distance.
Oh i wish i had the camera with me.
I have told Nicole and her boyfriend to take a walk ,litterally round the corner from our house,or walk up to the sanddunes,with cameras and get snapping.
Its amazing to be living in a picture postcard.
I also love winter.
The log burner fire is just excellent.
Me and Colin will tonight,when wee Colin goes to bed,turn sofa round to face fire,get the big spare double quilt and light candles,and watch a scary film.
Listening to wind howl outside.
You canny beat this life
So when the fears start creeping and the doubts arise,i am going to look back on this blog and think about,oh what have we done.
We have just made one of the best decisions ever,and long may it last
A few things im going to write down here,as i do get the moments, when i panic and think,oh no what have we done.
The pain of not seeing my parents and son actually does hurt sometimes.
And then theres yesterday.
Colin calls home to say he is going to be bit late as he is bringing home a car from work.
A smashing big 4 wheel drive
So now i can use our car,instead of doing the 20 min walk to school everyday.
Colin asked his boss for a van as i needed the car for the school as well as hopefully might be starting work soon.
The boss told him to take the jeep.
What a good man.
Colin said he cant beleive how laid back he is,and easy going.And gets stuck into the work with the guys.
I know Colins well settled here now,he seems so much more content than he did in Glasgow.
And today it was great having the car and driving to school.
I was turning round the corner when i caught a glimpse of the snow capped alps in my mirror.
I actually got a fright
They were so white and huge. I done the crazy thing and head spun right round,then realised i had to go back and see this,as i thought it was my imagination.
I turned around and drove back towards the spectacular breathtaking view in distance.
Oh i wish i had the camera with me.
I have told Nicole and her boyfriend to take a walk ,litterally round the corner from our house,or walk up to the sanddunes,with cameras and get snapping.
Its amazing to be living in a picture postcard.
I also love winter.
The log burner fire is just excellent.
Me and Colin will tonight,when wee Colin goes to bed,turn sofa round to face fire,get the big spare double quilt and light candles,and watch a scary film.
Listening to wind howl outside.
You canny beat this life
So when the fears start creeping and the doubts arise,i am going to look back on this blog and think about,oh what have we done.
We have just made one of the best decisions ever,and long may it last
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Brilliant blog, Meadow. So good to hear your thoughts about your new life, especially when you're still relatively new to NZ. How is the boyfriend's holiday working out so far?
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Posted 02-07-2008 at 06:47 PM by MotherBear
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A lovely read meadow- glad eveything is working out well for you and that you are all feeling settled.
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Posted 02-07-2008 at 08:30 PM by ebianca
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Thanks Mb and Beth
Nicoles boyfriend is enjoying it,even talking about trying to come back in january. Actually im going to be quite sad to see him go as well. Hes a really nice and well mannered guy. Its been great for her as she has been to all the malls and walks along beach etc Hes treated her to a few subways and pizza huts and even took her to a wee restuarant on Sumner beach. The weather hasnt fazed them at all. At least the laptop hasnt been on since he came He goes back on wednesday and i am dreading it,but hes talking about getting a job at weekends to save money to come back,and ive told her she can do likewise. We will just have to wait and see how things go, i suppose Eileen x |
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Posted 03-07-2008 at 09:45 AM by Meadow
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Glad your first 6 months have turned out so well. The scenery sounds amazing - we can't wait. Sounds as if your daughter will have a hard time saying goodbye next week. Maybe a good chic flik and lots of chocolate ice cream will help?
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Posted 03-07-2008 at 09:25 PM by nickydwuk
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Good stuff, Ei. I'm glad you're enjoying NZ in winter. It sounds great.
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Posted 08-07-2008 at 03:51 AM by selchie
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Hi Meadow
Glad to hear that you have fallen for this beautiful country. My husband and I arrived 23 Sept 2007 and we are still trying to get over the change in the quality of our life style. Originating in South Africa via Scotland (for me), I am looking forward to making NZ my home. I love the people, the way of live, the attitude to life, work and play and could not imagine living anywhere else. Yes, I miss my family and friends, but at the end of the day, you pick up the phone, send some 'snail mail' or drop them an electronic line. The only thing I would change is 'I wish I could fly business class....' Chin up and enjoy |
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Posted 29-07-2008 at 10:01 PM by Lara
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