Category Archives: Auckland

2011-09-05 100% pass mark achieved :):):)

Posted on 4 September, 2011 Sun by Lance

Wow, Mary and I both deserve a pat on the back!! We did our Marine Radio Operator’s Exam today and both passed with 100% each Now we can use our radio (VHF and marine SSB) legally!

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2011-09-04 Packing for Spring (or Winter)

Posted on 3 September, 2011 Sat by Lance

Anything about the next photo that makes you think we are packing up the house: The rest of the house looks pretty much the same. and then outside our lounge we have the first stirrings of spring – note the … Continue reading →

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2011-09-02 A new chapter

Posted on 2 September, 2011 Fri by Lance

Today I start a new chapter in my life. Why? Well it was my last day at work and from here onwards its all one way toward our cruise. Actually, its not my very last day ever! I am not … Continue reading →

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2011-08-16 US Visas – granted

Posted on 15 August, 2011 Mon by Lance

Our passports arrived back from the US consulate today. We have been granted 10-year multiple entry visas – hooray Of course that doesn’t mean that we can stay in the US for as long as we want to. That is … Continue reading →

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2011-08-14 House Sold :):):)

Posted on 13 August, 2011 Sat by Lance

Our home went on auction today (see previous post about the auction process) and we were lucky enough to reach a figure above our reserve price :) So, that’s it – the house is sold unconditionally, ie no worries about … Continue reading →

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