Yes, it is bloody gloomy. Cheer us all up by writing about holidaying in Hawaii.

The dates of birth , christening or baptism often get mixed up.

I wonder if the stamps have any value?

Pavers
Plus the one that went down the earthquake crack = 13 tonne.
you can fit 26 in a wheelbarrow load
Why does that sound familiar

Allergies. The old-fashioned diet of Canterbury lamb, Oamaru potatoes and 3 vegetables supplemented by frequent generous helpings of flounder may be worth trying.

Nice to see your house in the white zone for a change.

Have you considered the role that Fletcher Building should take. It seems to me that this company is in the unique position to a. hold the rebuild contract and b. to be able to give an independent and master builders assessment of your house and a proper estimate of the damage done and likely costs. This should form the basis of an insurance claim, not the assessment of someone who is a vested interest in protecting n insurance company.