2019 was an interesting year both personally and professionally. In many ways, it felt like an entire lifetime.
Looking Back On 2019 & An Announcement
A Birthday Fiesta
I wasn't planning on celebrating my 31st birthday. Last year's party was a massive event (rosé all day was in fact the tagline...) but as a Sagittarius and someone who loves celebrations of all sorts, I couldn't resist planning a small gathering. I was also getting my haircut that morning, so figured I might as [...]
On Motherhood
I never imagined I'd share this story with you. It's one I've been trying to write for years and I'm still not sure I've found the right words. I'm not sharing this for pity or sympathy, nor am I looking for attention or advice. I'm finally hitting publish because I've come to realise how common [...]
Long Weekends In Marlborough
Labour Day marked the first long weekend we've had since June! Needless to say, it was the perfect excuse to get out of town and explore a new region. We've been to Nelson and Picton a handful of times (I've even caught the ferry a couple times...) but had never properly explored Blenheim and Marlborough. [...]
Our Romantic Night Away with Akaroa Glamping
When Akaroa Glamping invited Nick and I on a weekend getaway, we couldn't pack our bags fast enough. Banks Peninsula is one of our favourite places to explore and Akaroa holds many special memories. We always talk about how wonderful it would be to own a little cottage on the main drag, especially since it's just [...]
Sip, sip, hooray!
Well, hello friends! It's been awhile since we last caught up, so pull up a chair. Life has picked up a bit since my last post, I've been taking on some new consulting and digital marketing projects (more on that later...) Plus, there's been HEAPS of new openings to write about in Christchurch. Riverside Market [...]
On Supporting The Arts
Supporting the arts is important in any community. In a city that's rebuilding and finding its feet again, it's essential. Christchurch lost so many buildings in the earthquakes and having Isaac Theatre Royal as our home for the performing arts is truly a treasure. Every time I set foot inside this beautifully restored building, I [...]
PGM’s Guide To Paris
Ah, Paris. Where do I even begin? I wasn't even considering Paris for our studymoon when Nick suggested a trip to the City of Light. But as soon as the words left his mouth, I was eagerly researching hotels and booking our train tickets from Amsterdam. Paris has a way of doing that to people. [...]
Food, Wine & Life Online
On Saturday afternoon, I had the pleasure of hosting 21 guests at the first in what will hopefully be a regular lunch and dinner series. Food, Wine & Life Online was a chance to bring people together for a beautiful meal and conversation. The group consisted of small business owners, photographers, chefs, freelancers, designers, nurses, [...]
What I Really Thought Of Dubai
We've all read a scathing review or two on Dubai. It's the kind of place that attracts mixed opinions. I have friends who absolutely love it and others who swear they'd never set foot on its sandy shores. Truthfully, it's probably not somewhere I'd choose to visit for a full-blown holiday. However, when we decided [...]
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