tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-17630618582807799832024-03-13T00:34:55.939-07:00A Day in the LifeUnknownnoreply@blogger.comBlogger51125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1763061858280779983.post-77137136173680917732016-02-15T13:56:00.002-08:002016-02-15T14:01:45.336-08:00Hello from the other side ....<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"><u><b>Me</b></u></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Well I confess that it has been a while since I've visited this blog - let alone contributed to it. I'm not sure how,or when exactly- but at some point over the last two years I stopped looking at my life from the outside and started living it. I've become comfortable, safe.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">To say that I have been fortunate during this time is an understatement. I have continued to live and grow in the city that never sleeps, I have travelled to six countries, and I have managed to find a job that continues to challenge me everyday and allows me to contribute to the future of healthcare in the UK. Lucky - eh? For such a loud voice it has taken a long time to find someone who listens and who was willing to give me a shot. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Most importantly though - I have finally started to settle and have made a pretty great home for myself in London surrounded by some pretty decent people. I think in some ways I have begun to take this life for granted and reading my blog has reminded me of how I felt when I left New Zealand and why I began on this adventure of a lifetime in the first place. Well that adventure is still continuing and I want to make sure I don't forget it for a second. The types of adventures may have changed but they are still there nonetheless. The blog is back. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Now to play catch up. I have selected a few photos to catch everyone up to speed on my travels but here are the main things that have happened since early 2013.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">1. I have aged (shock) - I am fast approaching my 29th birthday and am determined to complete my goal of 30 countries before 30. Only six more to go! </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">2. I have a cat - Charlie. He was called Maggie for the first three precious months of his life until we realised he was a boy and had testicles. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">3. I found out that I am questionably not responsible enough to have a cat and certainly should never be in charge of naming future pets. On the plus side - i have taught Charlie to sit and play fetch - video proof available. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">4. I live in North Finchley and am a North Londoner now.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">5. I still have my kiwi accent especially when pronouncing red, bed, fish or data. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">6. I still work in health regulation but have moved to compliance and education and have a team to support me (wahoo).</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">7. I am attending my fourth Glastonbury festival.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">8. I have mastered the trapeze and am going horse riding next weekend! </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">9. I now like blue cheese.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">10. I no longer fear the night bus and have mastered public transport - a small yet important victory!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">After taking some time off travelling to hibernate for the winter, It dawned on me a few weeks ago, that my travel blog had become thin, and my travel adventures -non existent. After enduring yet another stressful day at work and looking out the window to see even more doom and gloom, I decided that I had had enough and that it was time to get out. I mean, do not get me wrong. I love London to bits, but frankly, she has been getting on my nerves lately and I needed a weekend away.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif;">Packing my favourite things, I boarded a Ryan Air flight and jetted off without a second glance. Two hours later, I was not only in a different country, I was in a different world. And I was being seduced by this new world. Falling fast. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">This was a world where people would begin their day with a spiritz aperol (a delicious cocktail and a must have if in Italy) and end it with fresh pasta and seafood. A city floating on water and surrounded by history. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">Without harping on too much, I will say the following. Venice is more than you can imagine and it is quite possibly the most beautiful city in the world. It is full of life and rich culture and the food is divine. Here are a few tips and recommendations to help those who want it, if planning a weekend away and an escape from reality....</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">We stayed at the Domina Home in Guidecca. Guidecca is literally opposite Saint Marcos Square across the Grand Canal and I for one thought it was a great location. Beautiful views and friendly staff. Affordable accommodation with free breakfast to start your day!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">Sitting here tonight and looking through my blog, I realised that I began writing my blog about this time last year. I cannot help but reminisce on my earlier entries. I can still remember the anticipation and nerves I had all the way back then. I really had no idea what I was in for, everything was so uncertain. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">As I read through my old entries, I stumbled across my 2012 New Year resolutions and could not help but laugh. You see after years of failing my standard ones, the one year that I decide to uproot my life, leave my job and move to a new country, all of the sudden, my life begins to fall into place. Here, take a look:</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif; text-align: justify;"> The food was absolutely incredible. I had my first yorkshire pudding and I thoroughly enjoyed it. The mulled wine was flowing all day and when that ran out, the bubbles were cracked open. </span><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif; text-align: justify;">It truly was a special day which could have only been made better if I had been able to magically transport my family over. A girl can dream right? </span><span style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif; text-align: justify;">Still, I cannot complain. I was treated with amazing food, wine and of course, company.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">To work out how I can stay. 14 months... not that I am counting</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">To those who still take the time out of their busy days to glimpse over my blog, I whole heartedly apologise (again) for my prolonged absence. You see I have been battling something so horrific, so gigantic and life changing that I have had barely anytime to think, let alone write.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">Yes. It finally happened. I turned.. gulp.. <strike>25</strike>- well a year older... Pipe down all you old cynics in the cheap seats, I can practically see you all rolling your eyes (dad). But girl to girl, you secretly all dread the concept of getting older, having to take on more responsibility and dare I say it.. become a grown up.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">The plan was simple. 26 pubs , one from each of the places on the monopoly board. We would start with Old Kent Road and finish with Mayfair... What could possibly go wrong? Especially when I was being helped by my two favourite people...</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">Thank you to those who helped me organise it. Especially you, Feckhoff (if you're reading this from New Zealand) *sigh* and Anthony, if you're bored at work and having a quick glimpse. I truly mean it- you both made my night and let me be me. I love you both so much for it. God knows, we better start brain storming for next year.... 21 seems SO old.. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">After spending the majority of my time out of the great city of London, it suddenly dawned on me that with work and travelling, I had dropped the ball so to speak and had been neglecting the very city that I had travelled 28 hours to see.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">For one entire day, I got to act as a tourist. I was whisked away in to central London, before being told that I would be going on the London Eye. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">The view was spectacular. Being suspended in the air, with only a bit of glass between us, I got to truly look London in the eye. It was only from the top that I realised just how big London as a city is and just how much of it I am yet to visit. It is exciting to know that I have only really scratched the surface of London and still have so much to see and do.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">After getting a full view of London, I was then led to the Aquarium to take a bit of time out from the hustle and bustle of London and take a swim with the fishes. Although I don't usually talk about it, certainly not outloud, I am a bit of a geek when it comes to fishes and so for me, this was the perfect way to spend an afternoon. The Aquarium is located right by the London Eye, and in risk of sounding like a travel guide myself, it is definitely worth a look in.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">Although I enjoyed the Aquarium, after a few hours I was ready to resurface. But my handsome tour guide had one more surprise up his endlessly long sleeve. A boat tour. Now for those of you who know me, know I LOVE boats. Something about being on the water really relaxes me and I find myself acting like a young child who has never been on the water. I absolutely love it.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">Lucky for me, this was during the Olympic period and London had never looked better. She was looking mighty fine that day. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">Of course, no tourist would be satisfied without visiting Buckingham Palace and dropping in for a cup of tea with the Queen. Sadly, she was not there when I stopped in, however it was still a site that had to be seen.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">For anyone who comes to London (and rumour has it there are a few of you..), don't forget London amongst your travels. Take the time to look around and be a tourist. One of my biggest regrets after moving to this fabulous city was that I got a job within two days and never took the time to truly enjoy it. It is only now, six months later, that I have incredible people in my life who are willing to take the time to show me their favourite parts of London and do the touristy things with me.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">She is a beautiful city and deserves to be given your time, so that you too can see why I constantly harp on about this incredible place. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">After a bumpy ten hour train ride, George and I awoke to the announcement that we had made it to Prague. Looking out the window, I questioned whether Prague was as beautiful as I had been told. Rain bucketed down and frankly, I was half inclined to stay on the train and continue to Budapest. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">After 'man-ing up', I left the comfort of my carriage and George and I quickly worked out how to get to our hostel. We caught a tram and in only minutes, we arrived at 'The Madhouse' - our home for the next three days. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">As soon as we arrived, the sun came out and I got to have my first real glimpse of Prague or 'Praha' to the locals.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">One thing I really noticed about Prague, apart from its beauty, was the incredible food it had on offer for as little as a pound. Compared to Krakow, the food in Prague was, for want of a better word- 'delightful'. There were street vendors around every corner, and I think it is safe to say that George and I were in food heaven.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">Prague literally took my breath away. I could have stayed there forever. The town was small, 'picture perfect' and extremely rich in culture. Every street had its own story to tell and being the tourist I am, I could not wait to hear it. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">The communist legacy of Prague and the Czech Republic was ever present and bits and bops of its scars remained. George and I managed to find a 'free walking tour' of Prague which turned out to be a hidden gem as we were guided around Prague (at a mile a minute) and given a full lesson on its history. I would certainly recommend doing a walking tour, particularly one that takes you up to the Castle and over Charles Bridge. Look for the lady in green in the centre of Prague.... </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">Even looking back at these photos, I am astounded by the beauty of Prague. Trust me when I say, I am no photographer, and even I managed to capture I think, the true essence of this ethereal city.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">One aspect of Prague that I truly appreciated during my travels, was the creativity and music that the city oozed. Graffiti art was imprinted all over Prague, only adding to its rich sense of culture. Music flowed through the streets. It was inspiring. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">One part of Prague that will always stay with me was the 'love lock' bridge. 'Love lock' is a concept that originated in China, however has since popped up in all four corners of Europe. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">The symbolism behind the locks- everlasting love. Prague's love locks can be found along the canal near the Charles Bridge in Mala Strana. Lovers fix their locks on fences or gates, throw away the key in a romantic gesture of their love, locked together through all eternity. As you walk along the canal and see the thousands of locks, you cannot help but get swept away in the motion of young couples, bound together, standing on that canal professing their undying love and cementing their bond by fixing their lock to the steel bars and throwing their key into the water, the unknown. Yes yes yes, I know- I am a soppy romantic and perhaps a bit of an idealist. But as I walked along that canal, I could only imagine the thousands of stories behind the locks and found myself believing that each lock represented a couple, that even now, are hopelessly in love. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">Maybe one day, If I am lucky, I will get to go back there, with my own lock and love. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">Visiting Poland has been on my bucket list for as long as I can remember. I have always been interested in the rich history surrounding Poland, particularly during the World War Two era, and I have always felt that Poland had a certain mystic, that made it an intriguing and alluring location- at least to me.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">It is a peculiar feeling when you land into a different country with little knowledge of what it will be like. As we hit the runway of Krakow and looked out our windows, it struck me how quiet and eeree Krakow looked. To be honest, landing in Krakow reminded me of New Zealand- you literally land into a paddock of grass on what looks like a worn road. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">As I took my first breath of Polish air, I felt excited, but nervous that Krakow would not live up to my expectations. Luckily for me, it ended up exceeding them.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">One big touristy thing that I wanted to do was visit Aushwitz Camp. As a history <strike>geek </strike>student, I have always been interested in World War Two and specifically the Nazi regime. Looking back, I almost think that I loved learning about World War Two because I really could not quite believe what I read or was told, regarding the camps and the Jews. Even as a University Student, studying genocide and the Nuremberg Trials, my mind protected me from really connecting the dots and accepting that these events occurred only a life time ago. Not hundreds of years ago where, perhaps it would be easier to deal with, but in my grandparent's life time. 68 years ago. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">Aushwitz was a reality check. It was interesting, heart breaking and bone chilling all at the same time. I won't say anymore. I don't need to. Nothing I can write will be able to accurately reflect what it is truly like. I'm sure each person who visits has a different experience and connection. I would certainly recommend it. I think it is important to do such things so that you do actually realise that these events in history actually happened. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">After bidding Krakow farewell, it was time to hop on a night train to begin our ten hour journey to Prague... that in itself was its own wee adventure...</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif;">It is official. I am a 'Londoner' now. </span><span style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif;">I have been in London for over six months .</span><span style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif;"> </span><span style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif;"> No longer can I get away with my paper back tube map- it is time to embrace my new status as a local.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">It's funny, or maybe it isn't, but the more I invest in London, the more I have truly truly begun to love it. As summer is coming to an end, I am secretly looking forward to the London winter- hot cups of coffee in bed, snuggling up in my warm flat and sinking my teeth into a good book. And who can forget Christmas. Yes, yes I know, it is ages away. But I don't know, the idea of snow at Christmas- well quite frankly it is magical. I feel like a child again just thinking about it. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">But enough about London. I have harped on about it in previous blogs, and even though I am in the mood to deliver another sentimental treasure, I must firstly tell you about my most recent adventure. Do you remember Georgina? For those <strike>loyal </strike> readers out there (dad, I am looking at you) Georgina was one of the members of Team America and the person that I travelled with throughout the U. S of A. After a whirlwind of emails, telephone calls and attempted skype dates, Georgina decided to come and visit me in London and then do a bit of Europe on the side. Me, being the eager beaver that I am, jumped on the opportunity to see Georgina and of course to see a bit more of Europe. Our agenda was as follows: San Sebastian, Krakow and Prague. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">I am not going to talk, or rather write too much about San Sebastian, simply because, in my mind, it cannot be compared to Krakow and Prague. Don't get me wrong- it is beautiful, warm and cheap, but for me, there was no real connection. Not like Krakow. Not like Prague. In all honesty, George and I spent the majority of our time in San Sebastian catching up, soaking up the sun and of course eating. If anyone wants tips on accommodation or food advice, then you know the drill. Comment, email and I'll let you know. But for right now, I need to begin writing about Krakow and Prague before the feelings and the memories fade away... </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">From the moment I arrived in Barcelona, I loved it. Dare I say it but I think I liked it more than Paris (shock I know)! Maybe it was that I had no idea on what to expect or maybe it was the culture shock. But to me, Barcelona was so incredibly edgy and for lack of a better word- 'cool' that I could not help but want to get swept away in it. The city was full of life, laughter and incredible food. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">1. Firstly, stay at Casa Gracia. I cannot stress enough how amazing this hostel was compared to the first one Amanda and I stayed at. Casa Gracia is located on <span style="line-height: 18px;">Passeig de Gràcia which is right in the crux of Barcelona. You have shops, tapas and all night street entertainment on your doorstep. More importantly, unlike the several other hostels that we looked at, Casa Gracia had air conditioning- which helps in 30 degree heat. Although Casa Gracia is a bit more expensive than your average backpackers ($38 NZD a night for a 6 bed share), it makes up for it with its free breakfast, clean and beautiful rooms and of co</span><span style="line-height: 18px;">urse its location. </span><a href="http://www.casagraciabcn.com/index.php?lang=en">http://www.casagraciabcn.com/index.php?lang=en</a></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">2. Be prepared for heat. Particularly if you are travelling between May-August. Heat rash is not a laughing matter, nor is hideous sunburn after an hour on the beach. It is smoking hot in Barcelona.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">3. One thing that Amanda and I noticed about Barcelona was the extremely late night life. I mean maybe I am getting old but seriously, people disappear between the hours of 2pm-2am and then all of a sudden the city becomes alive. But never fear, do what we did- stock up on some Spanish energy drinks and then you might even end up on a train to Pamplona.....</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">One bar I would recommend is Espito Chupitos. This place is dangerous. Two euro shots- I'll leave it at that. Though promise me, if you go, you must order a boy scout shot. It involves fire and a marshmallow... need I say more. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">5. Tapas tapas tapas. Try them them all and be brave. you will not be disappointed.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">More to follow....</span>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1763061858280779983.post-77540024576935024282012-07-23T14:19:00.000-07:002012-07-23T14:22:41.679-07:00Once upon a time in Spain<div style="text-align: justify;">
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<span style="background-color: white; font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif;">One came from New York </span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white; font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif;">Over many coffees and a bit of wine, it was one night suggested that the two girls should travel back to America for a fleeting visit. But the girl from Palmerston North wanted more. You see, she had been waiting for her chance, for her opportunity to leave New Zealand in search of bigger and better things. Travelling the world was in her blood and all she needed was a push. That push finally came and before she knew it, her plans to visit America had turned into a one way ticket to London. </span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white; font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif;">With a quick click of the mouse and fifty pounds later, it was decided that they would meet in Spain, Barcelona no less. Who would have thought. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif;">In case you didn't know- that girl was me ( didn't see that coming did you!).</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif;">London to me, so very quickly became my home and a place that although I am quick to point out its flaws, deep down I truly love it. However, because I settled so quickly, I had forgotten what it was like to explore a new country, a new culture and a new language. It is funny to think that for years I dreamt about how I would travel around the world, blogging as I did so, only to end up with a permanent job and a new life in London.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">I remember writing in one of my earlier blogs, that Sundays were fast becoming my favourite day of the week. As I sit here in bed, listening to the rain, I have to admit that I stand by that comment. Every Sunday, I am given the opportunity to truly sit back and reflect on my life, my travels and pretty much everything.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">For those of you reading this blog, I want to let you in on a little secret. For me, the last two weeks in London have been some of the toughest of my life and really made me question the decisions that I have made. </span><span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">I knew it would be tough leaving my old life behind and starting afresh in a new city. In fact, I had a huge conversation about it with my Aunt the day before I left. I was in no way, naive in regards to what to expect and in fact I remember my Aunt(who lived here for four years) telling me in no uncertain terms that I would find it difficult. But no matter how much you prepare yourself for something, you have no idea as to how it will affect you until you do it. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">For me, the moment I arrived in London, I powered ahead at full speed, determined to get a bank account, phone, flat and job sorted straight away. And I did it. However what I failed to really anticipate was how lonely London can be when you're the new kid. I went from a confident graduate in Auckland, with friends and family close by at all times, to an uncertain nigel no mates. Well perhaps that is being overly dramatic, but I certainly didn't have the network of people that I had built up over time back at home. If any of you are reading this blog, I hope you know that I have never appreciated your friendship more than in the last few weeks. Every email or message that I get, reminds me that you all haven't forgotten about me and that you're there.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">I think the thing that really got to me in the last few weeks was when I applied for a permanent position at the NMC (Nursing and Midwifery Council) where I currently temp. For weeks, I waited to hear if I would get an interview and then after that, whether I had wooed them enough to secure a job. Turns out I had. As I got the job though, I realised with a pang that I would have to wait eight hours to tell anyone back at home my gre</span><span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">at news. Couple that with some terrible weather and a very stressful week I had never felt so alone in my life.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">But what has changed? Well- firstly, I had a few wines with a very good friend of mine and confided in her that London was a lot harder than I had ever anticipated. To my relief, she told me that she had felt exactly the same way and reassured me that it would get easier. And you know what, as soon as I said it out loud and started talking to other Kiwis and Australians about it, I realised that I was not alone in this feeling and that they had all found it difficult in the beginning. I guess I forget that I have only been here for three months and that really, I am still at the beginning of my adventure.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">This weekend I was fortunate enough to go to Phantom of the Opera with a group of friends. The show was breathtaking. Afterwards, we headed to Oxford Circus where we were promptly chatted up by </span><span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">a club owner and lured into a three story club containing a lambryth of different bars. As we headed to the top cocktail lounge and had a drink, one of the girls I was drinking with looked out the window and said ' can you believe how lucky we are to be in London and to be looking out at that.' I turned my head and saw the bright lights of Oxford Circus staring back at me. She was absolutely right.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">Right. That's me done. I'm sure that you've all come to expect my emotional blogging which seems to occur more regularly than I would like. But hey- It adds character and substance right? Haha. Well don't feel too sorry for me. Did I mention that </span><span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">I am off to Spain on Tuesday heading to Barcelona, Pamplona and Mallorca for a tan. I cannot wait and will be sure to update you with my adventures!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">As I am sitting here on a quiet Sunday afternoon, it has suddenly occurred to me that very few of you have seen where I am currently living. To tell you a bit about it, I live in a small suburb called Streatham Common. Google it. Streatham Common is relatively little and it is right down the Southern End of London. Although choosing to live in the 'South' has given rise to a few raised eyebrows by friends and colleagues, I really like the area I live in and have decided that the 30 minute commute to work is worth having the space and tranquility that this area of London offers. Although there isn't a huge party scene down this end, Clapham Junction is only a short nine minute train ride away and in fifteen minutes, I can be in Central London at the Victoria Overground. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS;">As some of you may be aware, I attended the Royal Ascot Races held on Saturday 23 June. Out came my glad rags, fake tan and the biggest hat known to man kind. I was up at 5 30 am and was off on the tube at half 7 to get to the races at a respectable time. The first glass was consumed at approximately 11 am. The last, well, it is all a bit hazy after half 12.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS;">I had an absolutely fabulous time which started and finished with champagne and celebration. I got to watch Black Caviar win her 23rd race in a row and I can tell you- it was quite exhilirating! Although she comes from Australia, as a New Zealander I felt I could claim her victory. </span></div>
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<br />Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1763061858280779983.post-10256916516659303552012-05-27T13:02:00.004-07:002012-05-29T13:40:36.962-07:00Où est La Tour Eiffel ?<div style="text-align: justify;">
<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;"><span class="hps">Amis</span> <span class="hps">et</span> <span class="hps">famille</span>. <span class="hps">Mes</span> <span class="hps">excuses les plus sincères</span>! <span class="hps">Encore une fois</span>, <span class="hps">la vie</span> <span class="hps">m'a permis de rester</span> <span class="hps">extrêmement occupé</span> <span class="hps">et mon blog</span> <span class="hps">a</span> <span class="hps">subi à la suite</span>. <span class="hps">Pardonnez-moi</span>. <span class="hps">Je</span> <span class="hps">wil</span> <span class="hps">s'efforcera de</span> <span class="hps">vous tenir</span> <span class="hps">à jour plus régulièrement</span> <span class="hps">à partir de maintenant</span>. <span class="hps">Promesse</span>.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">Friends and family! My apologies for the delay in updating my blog. I won't trouble you with excuses- this time, I admit, I've just been slack. I am in the full swing of London life and it is hard to believe that two months a go, I arrived here. It feels like I have been here a lot longer. I've been settled in to my flat now for over a month and I've been working full time for six and a half weeks. Life is busy, but good. I am off to Edinburgh (again) on Monday for work and I can't wait.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">As some of you may be aware, last weekend (or maybe the weekend before) I was lucky enough to head to the land of frog legs, the chic capital of the world- Paris. It is just as magical as I remember it being when I last visited over six years ago. You know, it is funny to think that all of those years ago, I made a pact to return to Paris in two years time. Although it took six years to get back there, I still felt that same feeling that I did when I first landed in Paris as an 18 year old. Walking under the Eiffel Tower at night, I just kept thinking to myself, how lucky I was to actually be in Paris and experience first hand what I had only ever read about in books and seen on t.v. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS;">I don't know what it is that makes Paris so special to me, but I am yet to go to another country that truly makes me feel the way that Paris does. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS;">Fascinating. Elegant. Historic. Sophisticated. Stylish. Memorable. J'adore Paris.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">As I mentioned above, my life has become incredibly hectic recently, particularly with my job being quite demanding. I am often flown around the United Kingdom at a minutes notice, which fortunately for me- I love. However, like all things, it comes at a price and that is that I am quite often out of London and pretty shattered during the week. Still, I can't complain. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">This weekend, I had a rare opportunity to just relax in London and blow me down, Summer decided to show up- fashionably late of course. I for one could not be happier. Out came the fake tan, jump suit and the sundresses that have been tucked away at the back of my closest, replaced with my winter coat and tights. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS;">The next day, I wandered around Brighton, headed to the Pier and sat on the beach. It's funny because as I sat there gazing out in to the ocean, I couldn't help but be reminded of home. Though, instead of feeling sad or home sick- I felt a sort of connection- that in a way, I was home. It was nice. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">I realised today that it has </span><span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">been a while since my last post. </span><span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">Don't worry- I have not dropped off the face of the earth, I am still here and life is pretty good. In my defence, things have been busy with settling into my new job and I find that all of the sudden the weeks are flying by and we are almost in May. Before you know it, I'll be 24 and a half </span><span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">(May 18th people- all presents and cards welcome). Scary stuff I tell you. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">As I said, th</span><span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">ings have been incredibly busy on </span><span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">this side of the world and I am sad to say, my blog has suffered as a result. Sorry blog. </span><span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;"> I have been exploring London in between meeting new people with every spare moment </span><span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">of time that I have. And I hate to say it, but it is strange to think that already I have been here one whole month. Only twenty three left. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">I came over here with the philosophy to try everything, do as much as possible and say yes to every opportunity that presents itself. I am proud to say that I have embraced London in all of </span><span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">its glory and have pretty much said yes to everything. Aunty Anna- you would be proud. As a result, </span><span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">I have met some wonderful people, gone from one end of London to the other and I have </span><span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">even spent an afternoon paddle boating in Hyde Park. It was one of my favourite things that I've done here a</span><span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">nd it went down a treat with a g & t.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">The below three pictures are from my daily walk over Waterloo Bridge to work. I honestly feel like Bridget Jones when I walk over the Bridge. Haha. No in all seriousness, the photos do not do these sites justice. Every morning (when it is sunny that is), I actually have a wee 'I can't believe I live here' </span><span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS", sans-serif;">moment as I see St Pauls and Big Ben staring back at me. It is pretty damn cool. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS","sans-serif";">Job hunting. Don't you just love it? Being rejected time and time again, constantly checking your voicemail, having a mini panic attack when the phone rings. Just like dating really.</span></div><br />
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<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS","sans-serif";">I guess I did get lucky in some ways, I mean I got a job straight out of University and I am really truly grateful for that. But boy did I face a lot of rejection. I still remember the first proper job I applied for. I put my blood, sweat and tears in to my curriculum vitae and cover letter - only to get an automated response thanking me for my time but- no thanks. </span><o:p></o:p></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS","sans-serif";">It is true what they say; the first cut is the deepest. I was pretty low there for a bit. But I picked myself up and continued to apply for any job that I thought I would be good at. </span><o:p></o:p></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS","sans-serif";">Fifty eight rejections later, it was safe to say that my skin had thickened somewhat. I am now in the phase that if I actually get an interview or any kind of positive response- it comes as a bit of a shock. Rejection sejmection I say. You can't get rid of me that easy.</span></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br />
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<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS","sans-serif";">I have been lucky in the sense that I have managed to have some temporary work already which I am certainly grateful for. After all, every hour worked justifies a visit to Top Shop. I interviewed with Julia Ross Recruitment and I have to say, they have delivered me with results pretty quickly ( <a href="http://www.rosshumandirections.com/"><span style="color: blue;">http://www.rosshumandirections.com</span></a> ). </span></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br />
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<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS","sans-serif";">I went in and had an interview with Julia Ross Recruitment the day after I arrived in London- a Tuesday if I remember correctly. By Wednesday, they had found me some temporary work and on Thursday I was working. A week later, I was paid. They have been pretty good at getting me work and there are a few exciting opportunities on the cards. I don't want to jinx it but hopefully something more permanent will appear soon. </span></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br />
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<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS","sans-serif";">I don't want to name and shame but there are definitely a few agencies that have been a bit slack in the 'getting back to me' department. If any of you want any tips, please feel free to email me.</span></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br />
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<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS","sans-serif";">Right well I suppose I should tell you about the temporary work assignment that I was given for a few days last week. My first London job (tear). It seems like a distant memory now... It was actually really fun and the perfect job to introduce me to London. I worked as a receptionist at a company located in the heart of Piccadilly Circus. Luckily for me, Piccadilly Circus is very easy to get to and I had no trouble using the underground to get there. </span></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br />
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<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS","sans-serif";">For three days, I got to be Waverley off Shortland Street and meet and greet every single person who entered the building. I was truly in my element as you all know that after a coffee (and even without) I can be quite a chatty person. It was also perfect because I know hardly anyone in London and I was able to use this job to start up a few conversations here and there in an attempt to befriend anyone who would give me the time of day. I ensured that every person that entered the building got at least a hello from me. If I felt as though they received my hello well, I would try to engage them in conversation. And you know what? I succeeded in befriending a few people and even found a place to live out of it. Not bad right?</span></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br />
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<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS","sans-serif";">Right I am sorry that there have been no photos in this entry and that, you have actually had to endure reading something I've written- with no distractions. I promise that my next blog will have minimal narration, maximum photos. </span><span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS","sans-serif";">Hopefully by the time I write to you all again, my phone will have rung, my inbox will be full and a job will be on the way. </span><o:p></o:p></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 10pt;"><br />
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