Monthly Archives: January 2007

just obsessing

When I started to write this post I noticed I’d written here 360 times, a total of 127,769 words; from August 2005. A few moments with Excel and I discovered that on average I write 355 words per post, 20 … Continue reading

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50 years of pawn

I’ve been festering for days wanting to write about the execution of Saddam Hussein. I’ve read so much about recent Iraqi (and indeed, Middle Eastern) history that my head is spinning – there are so many interwoven stories, lies, truths … Continue reading

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charity begins at home

A simple idea, really well done – successful online fundraising ideas. How to make money online, on the internet, on the web, where ever, when ever. Thanks, Tracey Richardson, another great kiwi initiative, from the creative class of 2005.

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hoo-ray for welly-wood (and others)

One of the cool things about living here in Wellington (quite apart from the ‘summer’) is the knowledge that there are increasing numbers of bright and dynamic people being attracted to the increasing numbers of bright and dynamic people. The … Continue reading

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mostly muddled (cont…)

A brief note lest I finally do get a Meldrew cap. Returning the barcode scanner to Dick Smiths Lyall Bay was an enriching retail experience you don’t ever have to do – I’ve done it for you. Granted, it was … Continue reading

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mostly muddled

I’ve had an appalling start to the new year – I’m usually making a list, and checking it twice, resolutions and ready to charge into the new year. Oh my, has 2007 been different. In Dick Smith’s today, as we … Continue reading

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still waiting for…

Inspiration. Summer – hell, even spring. The new year to arrive – yes, I know it’s January 2, but it’s been a sludgy start. Summarised from the Blog Critics web site, Fred Krone makes a good start for 2007: 1. … Continue reading

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