Post by Kiwi Frontline on Nov 29, 2016 7:07:01 GMT 12
Marlborough Express 28/11/16
LAND OF THE LONG WHITE CLOUD
I read an article in your Midweek by reporter Oliver Lewis who referred to something happening in Aotearoa. I was not sure where this was as I was under the impression I live in New Zealand.
I’m not aware the Geographic Board have changed the name of New Zealand or perhaps I missed it?
But I am wondering if I need a head shrink. Have I a locational crisis with bewilderment as to whether I am in New Zealand or in Aotearoa?
Or do I need Search and Rescue to find me as I seem it is possible I have wandered from New Zealand to Aotearoa. Oh damn old age. I feel so confused.
I have similarly noticed the TV3 weather lady referring to this mystical land of Aotearoa also. She also begins her forecasts with kia ora. At least, I always politely acknowledge her with a good Kiwi ‘‘gidday’’.
B J
Wellington
LAND OF THE LONG WHITE CLOUD
I read an article in your Midweek by reporter Oliver Lewis who referred to something happening in Aotearoa. I was not sure where this was as I was under the impression I live in New Zealand.
I’m not aware the Geographic Board have changed the name of New Zealand or perhaps I missed it?
But I am wondering if I need a head shrink. Have I a locational crisis with bewilderment as to whether I am in New Zealand or in Aotearoa?
Or do I need Search and Rescue to find me as I seem it is possible I have wandered from New Zealand to Aotearoa. Oh damn old age. I feel so confused.
I have similarly noticed the TV3 weather lady referring to this mystical land of Aotearoa also. She also begins her forecasts with kia ora. At least, I always politely acknowledge her with a good Kiwi ‘‘gidday’’.
B J
Wellington