Ever since the Pukekohe racetrack closed several years ago, I’ve moved onto watching the racing at Hampton Downs every year instead.
It’s not quite the same though, they seem to run it differently every year and they haven’t quite worked out what works and what doesn’t.
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In a world where so much seems broken, it’s important to take the time to remember to celebrate the positives in our lives.
When we take the time to notice the good stuff, we automatically build resilience – because a positive state of mind means that we are not so easily put into a state of fear and therefore not so easily controlled.
If we use tough times as motivation to make positive change in ourselves and the way we live our lives, we can move towards a better future.
Join us as we discuss the recent ‘wins’ and their impact.
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The day came when our of our children has spread her wings and flown from the nest. She’s gone to University in a city far from us, and will be living there.
It was a day of mixed emotions.
Will she be alright?
Have we done a good job raising her?
Will she cope?
What if there’s a big spider?
It’s been a few tense days waiting to see how she goes. (rather like waiting for exam results for a really important subject)
On day 3, she sent a very positive text
I guess we are OK.
P.S. – our shoulders feel lighter
Uncoffined 
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