This past weekend I marked 30 years living in New Zealand. Nover 2, 1995 was also the day Nigel and I always considered our anniversary because it’s when our life together began. After that, I talk about what happened after I went the Home Show last month. Several improvements to the house are underway. Be sure to Like the AmeriNZ Facebook Page for all things AmeriNZ. Links for this episode ”Thirty years later” – My blog post on last weekend’s anniversary “The house projects are moving forward” – My most recent blog post on my house projects “I made more sunshine” – My blog post on having the solar panels cleaned Get AmeriNZ Podcast free on Apple Podcasts http://amerinzpodcast.com/audio/AmeriNZ421-Thirty-years.mp3

In the previous episode, I made a prophecy! Mind you, I didn’t know that at the time, so up first today I talk about what happened. Basically, big changes are coming. Be sure to Like the AmeriNZ Facebook Page for all things AmeriNZ. Links for this episode ”Certain for now” – My blog post on on my decision “The sixth horrible anniversary” – My post reflecting on 6 years without Nigel Get AmeriNZ Podcast free on Apple Podcasts

Two months later, and I’m back. I begin by talking about sad news that, for some unknown reason, I didn’t mention last time. Next, I update what I talked about last time. I even share a helpful hint! Everything is now up to date, so the next episode, whenever it is, can be all-new. Yay? Be sure to Like the AmeriNZ Facebook Page for all things AmeriNZ. Links for this episode ”Another loss for the family” – My blog post on our loss “Another friend is gone” – My post reflecting on Ramble Redhead ”Unsolved mowing conundrum” – A blog post on the mowing issue I talked about Get AmeriNZ Podcast free on Apple Podcasts

Today is the eighteenth anniversary of this podcast, and the fact that today I’m releasing a new episode about that surprises me more than anyone. I talk about the anniversary first, then about what my barriers to podcasting have been, and then on to a very positive and important personal change I made in January. Be sure to Like the AmeriNZ Facebook Page for all things AmeriNZ. Links for this episode ”I’m going to live” – My blog post on why I started walking ”I’ve been walking, yes indeed” – My blog post on after one full month of walking “Podcasting for 18 years” – My post reflecting on this anniversary Get AmeriNZ Podcast free on Apple Podcasts

Happy New Year! This is my first podcast of 2025, and I begin by telling you about my holidays and some of what I got up to. As usual I have a few side stories: It may be a new year, but it’s the same old me! Be sure to Like the AmeriNZ Facebook Page for all things AmeriNZ. Links for this episode ”Boxing Day done right” – My blog post on Boxing Day ”Mowing to knowing” – My blog post on things mowing taught me “It was definitely a year” – My post reflecting on this year Get AmeriNZ Podcast free on Apple Podcasts

This week I expand on what I was talking about last week, because not all anniversaries this year are bad! Actually, not all potential triggers turn you that way, either. Be sure to Like the AmeriNZ Facebook Page for all things AmeriNZ. Links for this episode ”Good things, too” – My blog post on a good anniversary this year ”Time becomes our ally” – My blog post on triggers that weren’t “Let the annual inquisition begin for 2024” – My blog post for this year’s “Ask Arthur” series Get AmeriNZ Podcast free on Apple Podcasts

Well, I managed to get in one more podcast before the end of 2024! My first topic is what’s been going on with me, in short, it’s not been a good year for me, for a lot of reasons. Then it’s all about some of what I’ve been up tp lately. Will I manage to get in another episode this year? Be sure to Like the AmeriNZ Facebook Page for all things AmeriNZ. Links for this episode Paul (“Archerr”) Armstrong’s obituary ”Lost in the weeds” – My first blog post on my challenges seen through mowing “Crazy busy crazy week” – My second blog post on my challenges seen through mowing “Flexible change” – My blog post on my decluttering epiphany Get AmeriNZ Podcast free on Apple Podcasts

Today I start with a brief catch-up, but my main topic is about a new opinion poll that has very bad news for the NZ’s 3-way coalition government. I provide some context as well as talk about what the poll means. And it with that, I managed to get a second podcast episode in April. Be sure to Like the AmeriNZ Facebook Page for all things AmeriNZ. Links for this episode ”Poll: Labour could return to power if election held today” – “1News” (TVNZ) “NZ: Buyer’s remorse?” – My in-depth post about the poll results. “Govt’s 36-point plan: What does ‘take decisions’ mean?” – “1News “(TVNZ) “ACT are deeply affiliated with Atlas Group” – Reddit (r/newzealand) [Note: Sources not yet verified by me] Get AmeriNZ Podcast free on Apple Podcasts

This episode has been so very long delayed! I was busy with a lot of little things, and I still am, so this episode isn’t edited. I start with what I did right after my previous episode, then I talk about some more things I was doing, including one that was emotionally challenging. I also did something I was able to do because apparently I’m now officially old. Or, something like that.. Be sure to Like the AmeriNZ Facebook Page for all things AmeriNZ. Links for this episode ”My challenging visit to Auckland” – My blog post on my trip to Auckland. “Seeing the road ahead” – My post about going to the optometrist. “Reading the stuff ahead of me” – My post about picking up my new glass, including a photo of me in the new glasses. “It was about change, not coincidence” – My post about getting a Warrant of Fitness for my car. Get AmeriNZ Podcast free on Apple Podcasts

This week I’ve been starting to get back to regular life after my holiday. February is already shaping up to be a busy month. I start today with updates to what I talked about last week, then it’s on to some of the new things I’ve been doing. I’ll be getting stuff done this month, if things go to plan. Be sure to Like the AmeriNZ Facebook Page for all things AmeriNZ. Links for this episode ”The long short month” – My blog post on the start to my February. “Fiji Trip 2024” – The tag for all trip-related posts (when they’re published). Get AmeriNZ Podcast free on Apple Podcasts

This episode is about my recent trip with family to Fiji. This is sort of a general update. Next time, back to regular life! Be sure to Like the AmeriNZ Facebook Page for all things AmeriNZ. Links for this episode ”Travelling gratitude” – My blog post on my trip-related gratitude. “Fiji Trip 2024” – The tag for all trip-related posts (when they’re published). “The annual increasing number: 65” – My annual birthday blog post, with my selfie. “Fifteen years later” – My post about the 15th anniversary of our civil union. Get AmeriNZ Podcast free on Apple Podcasts

It’s nine days until my next birthday, and I’ve been busy, and with varied things. I talk honestly about some of my challenges I have with going clothes shopping. Also, it’s rather hot. Be sure to Like the AmeriNZ Facebook Page for all things AmeriNZ. Links for this episode ”Clothes maketh the sequel” – My blog post on my shopping excursion. “Heat alert issued for Auckland: ‘Keep hydrated'” – 1 News. Get AmeriNZ Podcast free on Apple Podcasts

I had good holidays this year because I actually had some this year! I was alone on Christmas last year, and I’ve almost always seen in the New Year alone, but this year I was with the family. I have a lot of little chores I plan to get done over the next couple of weeks, during what’s the quietest time of the year. I forgot to mention that I had another series of “Ask Arthur” blog posts last month. (link below). Be sure to Like the AmeriNZ Facebook Page for all things AmeriNZ. Links for this episode ”Ask Arthur” 2023 – My annual “Ask Arthur” series of blog posts. “The year Christmas returned” – About my Christmas. ”Message on the tree” – The symbolism in my tree topper. ”The year changed differently” – About my New Year’s Eve. ”Finding the right metaphor” – A way to understand loss of a spouse. Get AmeriNZ Podcast free on Apple Podcasts

Today was predicted to be the hottest day of the summer so far, and it was for some areas. I haven’t done much since the last episode, mostly routine stuff, but sometimes that, too, is my life, One thing I did was fix this site, so there’s that. Be sure to Like the AmeriNZ Facebook Page for all things AmeriNZ. Links for this episode “The heat is on” – My blog post about the warm/hot weather. “Memories shared, forgotten, and reviewed” – My post on things that happened on December 18 over several years. Solstices & Equinoxes – a list of the dates from Time and Date. Get AmeriNZ Podcast free on Apple Podcasts

New Zealand finally has a circus—whoops!— I meant a government. The three parties finally managed to strike a coalition deal. The new parliament was sworn-in this week, and everything now begins. I talk about that first. By the way, I was right: The tradition of not entering the Debating Chamber goes back to the time of Cromwell, because of Charles 1. Then, I talk about what I’ve been up to, especially how busy I’ve been. Be sure to Like the AmeriNZ Facebook Page for all things AmeriNZ. Links for this episode “New Zealand’s 3-ring circus begins” – My blog post about a deal finally being struck. “NZ’s new government: A grab bag of hot takes” – My post on the “hot mess” the coalition’s agenda is. “Some of Parliament’s rituals and traditions explained” – 1News – TVNZ “Errors in my ways” – My post on why the dentist appointment was a surprise. “Tooth telling” – A follow-up post about seeing the dentist again this week. Get AmeriNZ Podcast free on Apple Podcasts

New Zealand still doesn’t have a government—that is, the new government hasn’t been able to strike a coalition deal yet. I talk about that first. Then, I talk about what I’ve been up to, including updates to some things I’ve talked about in recent episodes. Be sure to Like the AmeriNZ Facebook Page for all things AmeriNZ. Links for this episode “New Zealand’s in between days” – The blog post I mentioned, with more detail on this interregnum period. “New Zealand’s three ring circus” – My post the negotiations becoming farce Get AmeriNZ Podcast free on Apple Podcasts

I had a reflective week or two because of the anniversary this past week: Tuesday was the tent anniversary of the day Nigel and I were married, and Thursday was the 28th anniversary of the day in 1995 that I arrived in New Zealand to live, the day that Nigel and I began our life together. I talk about that first. Then, I talk about the final results of New Zealand’s General Election, and some of what that means. I also tell you the truth about what the results actually show, a view not usually presented by pundits and commentators. Be sure to Like the AmeriNZ Facebook Page for all things AmeriNZ. Links for this episode “Ten years married” – My blog post about our 10th marriage anniversary “Twenty-eight years later” – A post on our “main anniversary” “2023 General Election – Official Result” – Electoral Commission New Zealand “When will the government actually get back to work again?” – Stuff “Special Votes: National and ACT lose majority in largest ever Parliament” – RNZ Get AmeriNZ Podcast free on Apple Podcasts

New Zealand’s Labour Day Holiday was this past Monday, and I laboured—and laboured. I’m plotting—sorry, planning a new project that—well, we’ll see. Finally, I have a lighthearted way to end the episode. Be sure to Like the AmeriNZ Facebook Page for all things AmeriNZ. Links for this episode “My labouring day” – My blog post about how I spent the public holiday “Tomatoes and blessings” – A post on Labour Day memories “Falling numbers” – Just a slice-of-life story with something I thought was funny Get AmeriNZ Podcast free on Apple Podcasts

Today’s episode is about the results of the New Zealand General Election—it’s not as simple as what most news reports are saying. After that, I have plans for this week. Be sure to Like the AmeriNZ Facebook Page for all things AmeriNZ. Links for this episode “Election Day 2023 has ended” – My blog post after the polls closed on Election Day “The (political) end is here” – My post on the preliminary election results “The trouble ahead” – My first blog post about the implications of the election “Meanwhile, opposition” – My blog post about Labour post election “2023 General Election – Preliminary Count” – Official preliminary results from the Electoral Commission Get AmeriNZ Podcast free on Apple Podcasts