Author Archives: Maureen Longo

Iron Lady

Posted on March 4, 2020 by Maureen Longo

Mr. Bill has learned that he’s in for a merry dance, when I take the lead; which is what led to our misadventure, in the 2013 Ohope Beach, Ironman Challenge. Standing alongside Mr. Bill, gazing wistfully at the colourful banner, … Continue reading →

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Mother Nature Weeps

Posted on November 18, 2019 by Maureen Longo

Mr. Bill is on the move once again. Mr. Bill shifts and Mother Nature weeps. No sooner were our bags packed yesterday, in anticipation of today’s departure, than the wind began to moan, begging him to stay awhile longer. However, … Continue reading →

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A Short Black, a Long Black and a Flat White

Posted on October 8, 2019 by Maureen Longo

“A short black, a long black and a flat white”, I half expected the sentence to continue, “walked into a bar”. However, this wasn’t yet another variation on the classic bar joke but three of the ways that Kiwis enjoy … Continue reading →

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A Change in the Weather

Posted on August 26, 2019 by Maureen Longo

Mr. Bill was on the move again and Mother Nature sat up and noticed. Foolishly he thought that he could quietly slip away without any fuss. He may have loaded the suitcases into the car and navigated around the construction … Continue reading →

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Living Down a Sunny Dirt Road

Posted on July 12, 2019 by Maureen Longo

Mr. Bill’s peculiar super power of attracting cyclones has not gone unmarked in this blog. It cannot be denied that these powerful storms find Mr. Bill irresistible, pursuing him across the hemispheres like a jilted lover. The latest stalking ended … Continue reading →

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The Ditch Witch

Posted on May 7, 2019 by Maureen Longo

She’s here! She’s here! The Ditch Witch is in Florida! And it appears, that she is enjoying a busman’s holiday in the Sunshine State. Not long ago, Mr. Bill returned panting from his daily jog. It was excitement and not … Continue reading →

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A Hot Mess

Posted on April 8, 2019 by Maureen Longo

    This story is for Allen and it’s a story I never intended to write. However, after regaling Allen with my ‘loo misadventures’ he roared with laughter and urged me to tell the tale. How could I not oblige … Continue reading →

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Ode to a Little Blue Penguin

Posted on October 11, 2018 by Maureen Longo

‘Tis time for a sad story about a little blue penguin. Like a sad song that needs to be sung every now and then, a sorry tale needs telling, even in a travel blog; for as all travellers know, not … Continue reading →

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Playtime

Posted on September 14, 2018 by Maureen Longo

They recommend that couples play games to keep their romance alive. Well everyday is Valentine’s Day with Mr. Bill, for he and I are keen gamers. Our two favorites are “Guess What?” and “Memory”. It’s game on, as soon as … Continue reading →

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Father of the Bride!

Posted on July 12, 2018 by Maureen Longo

Oh happy day! Mr. Bill and I have travelled to Florida for our daughter’s wedding! Congratulations to Audry and Dave- three cheers for true love! Its’ been a while since we walked down the aisle but the trip is even … Continue reading →

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