HeyJaredBecoming Kiwi
We are an American family of four that has decided to move to New Zealand indefinitely. By chronicling our journey, we hope to engage and educate others who may be considering such a journey.
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365 Days (opens the original)
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A year after moving to New Zealand we made our first journey to Milford Sound. An epic trip to celebrate an epic decision. <img alt="" class="sizing-normal" height="5712" src="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!8z9L!,w_1456,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progre
Assemblies, Huis, and Prizegiving (opens the original)
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Children in New Zealand enjoy a delightful balance of attention and neglect. They often walk/bike/scooter alone to school and entertain themselves afterwards. At school, though, they are recognized for their classroom efforts and extracurricular accomplishments. Sport is important here as well: children are encouraged to participate and rewarded for doing so. We have noticed interesting dichotomies between hierarchical “Best” awards and equitable “Participation” awards, rural and urban schools,
Still Kickin’... (opens the original)
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Articles have become a bit less frequent lately because… we are busy. And, as one would expect after residing in a place for nearly a year, the novelty starts to feel routine. Delightfully, peacefully routine. Fear not, dear readers, there is an upcoming article on student award ceremonies percolating in this author’s brain. In the meantime, however, a quick synopsis of the past two weeks:We celebrated Father’s Day on September 6. Interestingly, Mother’s Day was the second Sunday in May (same as
First Day of Spring (opens the original)
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In the U.S., the first day of spring coincides with the spring equinox (usually March 20), and the first day of fall accordingly occurs on the autumn equinox (usually September 22 or 23.) The first days of summer and winter are on the solstices (June 21 and December 21). These are dates we memorized and verified with our kitchen calendars. Facts. Or so we thought.<a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" href="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!6Uoa!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:ste
Daffodil Day (opens the original)
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For two weeks, we have received many messages on the schools app about Daffodil Day approaching on Friday, 28 August. “Wear something yellow!” the announcement says, “And bring a gold coin ($1 or $2) to support this wonderful cause.” No further information, just repeated references to a “wonderful cause.”Finally, earlier this week, Mom poked her head above the drapes and asked the theatre staff, “What wonderful cause does Daffodil Day support?” “Cancer Society!” they responded in unison. <a clas
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