Category Archives: Life & Whimsy

Am reading Zizz! The life and art of Len Lye, in his own words and found this great quote: “When I’m in the mood to draw, I cultivate a vacuous, seaweed-pod state of kelp in my skull. Attached to a pencil, … Continue reading →

While in Wellington recently I visited an exhibition of Bronwynne Cornish’s work. It was brilliant to see these pieces ‘in the flesh’ – and even to take photographs. 

Dirty Politics makes some really insightful comments about the media and voting. Hager may sound idealistic, but wouldn’t it be great to aim for a fair and transparent style of politics in this country? Here’s one point he made that … Continue reading →

Here’s a pic from the book launch in Auckland … poet Janet Charman giving her witty opening speech.  

“If nothing we do matters, then all that matters is what we do. ‘Cause that’s all there is. What we do, now, today… If there is no bigger meaning, then the smallest act of kindness is the greatest thing in … Continue reading →

I was sent a copy of a poem from the memorial service for Margaret Mahy who passed away last week. Doesn’t it really make you think of her writing? THE FAIRY CHILD The very hour that I was born I … Continue reading →

Next time you’re walking along St Paul Street, look up!