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Lazy Sunday

Posted on March 20, 2011 by steve

We didn’t do a great deal on Sunday. I spent some more time installing apps on my rebuilt laptop as well as nailing a few more Project Euler problems. I’ve now passed 150 correct which means I am no longer … Continue reading →

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Wheely Good Day

Posted on March 19, 2011 by steve

Saturday morning Helen and I went out shopping for a few bits and pieces for the boat plus another batch of chardonnay. With the new sealant I finished off the shower tray and fixed a loosed grill on the stove. … Continue reading →

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More work ….

Posted on March 17, 2011 by steve

I’m thinking blogs about boat work are not very rivetting so I’m going to bullet point our day. Helen continued cleaning and sorting, now a full campaign.  Retired at end of day with a back ache. I visited customs/immigration at … Continue reading →

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Around Oamaru

Posted on March 1, 2011 by steve

In the morning we took a drive south to see the boulders at Moeraki. These boulders formed in a slightly similar way to pearls (so the sign said) but rather than an oyster, they formed within mudstone. What results after … Continue reading →

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Rob Roy Glacier

Posted on February 14, 2011 by steve

We thoroughly recommend Altamont, the small motel we’ve stayed at for the last two nights. Inexpensive but all under one small roof, great shared kitchen and wonderful lounge. That being said we did want something special for Valentines Day so … Continue reading →

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