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Grandad’s Patch

March 19, 2023March 19, 2023 Suzanne

Grandad Ballard became a market gardener when he was given the opportunity to buy fertile land in Gisborne after the war. With Nana's helping hands they grew an abundance of kumara.

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Tagged #gisborne, #nzhistory, #poetry, Family18 Comments
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Ronaldo

March 3, 2023March 13, 2023 Suzanne

There are times when reading the local rag ignites a smile. Today, was one of those times and prompted this poem.

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Rain on me

February 1, 2023February 26, 2023 Suzanne

Walking along muddy trails. listening to the beat of raindrops, nostrils filled with freshened air, catching drops on my tongue - beats a moment of sitting indoors clean and dry.

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The Glow of Opportunity – 2023

January 4, 2023January 4, 2023 Suzanne

Wishing 2023 holds as much hope, opportunities, laughter and love as you can grab with both hands.

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Goodbye, Dad

October 5, 2022October 5, 2022 Suzanne

Our Dad - no words can fully describe the loss that will be felt for years to come if not all our lives. Though we know it's a blessing that he can now be at peace.

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