This is going to be a true rambling. It will just start, and probably kinda end when I feel like it. I've had a bit of a mixed weekend. Firstly, I went to a BBQ to hang out with some mates who, admittedly, we've drifted away from in recent times. Through no fault of anyone, … Continue reading Mixed Results
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Interstellar, Dredd and kudos all round
This is a bit of a film review post as well as a high five and kudos to Hollywood recently! Last two movies I've seen is the remake of Dredd and Interstellar. Those of you that read my blog regularly (or follow my crazy ramblings on Twitter) know that I'm proudly and loudly a feminist. … Continue reading Interstellar, Dredd and kudos all round
Secret Santa!!
BE EXCITED! It is the fifth year of the GREAT Twitter Secret Santa of New Zealand! Started by @websam in 2010 for his friends and tweep friends, and since 2012 it got too big for his breeches (sorry @websam!) Registrations open on 13th November! so mark your diaries! Now New Zealand Post has been doing it … Continue reading Secret Santa!!
Democracy and New Zealand
As a cis-gendered female living here in the great land of Aotearoa, I am going to go vote next Saturday. I will not be harassed, I will drive myself there (probably) and I will choose who I want to run this country. My vote means the same as the kabillionaire that lives in Remuera, as … Continue reading Democracy and New Zealand
[BOOK REVIEW] Outliers – Malcolm Gladwell
Thought I'd do a bit of a review because this book BLEW MY MIND. I've read a few parenting books in the 6 short years i've been a parent, and some i've agreed with and some i've disagreed with and some I've just found plain ridiculous. This book is different. Outliers by Malcolm Gladwell is not … Continue reading [BOOK REVIEW] Outliers – Malcolm Gladwell
Let’s CHANGE the world!
I was inspired to write this post because of Sarah Wilson's recent blog post which was the response from a company she had previously blogged about. You can read the post, or the original one they were referring to by clicking on the link, or here is a one-line summary "It is a reality of the world … Continue reading Let’s CHANGE the world!
Politics…who are YOU voting for?
This is not your typical political post. I will not be telling you who *I* am voting for, and I actually don't particularly care who you are voting for (as long as you vote!), but it is an election year here in Aotearoa so of course voting is on some of the public's mind.The reason … Continue reading Politics…who are YOU voting for?
Can’t unsee it
A bit of a philosophical post today. If you've read any posts on here, you'll know that i'm a loud and proud feminist! (yep, regardless of ALL the connotations that word has... I DON'T CARE) I have two sons and as a result, I rail against gender based marketing of toys and books and against gendered … Continue reading Can’t unsee it
Patriarchy and Comedy
TRIGGER WARNING: While there is no explicit content in this post, I do mention sex-based crimes. Just came back from a comedy show in town, and it was pretty damn funny. Must admit, there were bits where I laughed so hard I couldn't really breathe. Good night all round. Then there were bits where I thought... … Continue reading Patriarchy and Comedy
ARGH PAUL HENRY
OK, I know I just blogged this morning, but I felt this was deserving of a post rather than just a tweet. (ATTN Non NZ readers, feel free to switch off right about now!) Thanks to some friends on twitter (Thanks @ColeyTangerina!! you rock as always!) I found this clip of the Paul Henry Show … Continue reading ARGH PAUL HENRY
Vivian Chandra 