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| Interfaith Christmas Carol Service in Gore Gardens |
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| Candles were lit as the sun set at about 9:45 pm |
Ruben and I are sending our greeting this year from New Zealand (I dearly love writing to--and hearing from--each of you each Christmas; next year I'll be back with pen in hand, I promise!). This is a truly beautiful and welcoming country, but the warm weather and long summer days do not lend themselves to a "traditional" Christmas as we know it. That might be a good thing: We would miss you all too much!
Ruben's work as a general practitioner at the town
medical center is going very well. The computer system has taken some getting
used to, and the ins and outs of the health care system pose some challenges,
but he finds his clients to be patient and friendly--and they don't beg for
antibiotics. Plus he loves riding his bicycle to work, his morning tea break,
and being able to come home each day for lunch. Lifestyle, lifestyle,
lifestyle!
I have been able to maintain my freelance editing
jobs, which not only keeps me busy but also helps finance this adventure. From
our flat we have views of the Hokonui Hills, the other side of which lies
Fiorland National Park, home of the incredible scenery made famous in movies
like "Lord of the Rings." We have a few trips planned...
Newly weaned lambs are calling for their mummies and the garden is
calling me to gather some veges, so I'll conclude this wee letter. Ruben and I
hope you find many prezzies under the tree and are looking forward to a 2013
full of wonders.
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