Six lectures. Five ports. 13 wonderful days with my official photographer, and the very great privilege of speaking with many people about the histories, and memories, that they treasure.

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While the "Labyrinth" like water fountain was impressive nothing was as amusing as seeing the answer to life, the universe and everything in the back streets.

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And, in the closing moments we found evidence for our kids that Tight Arse Tuesday is not just an "us" thing.

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I'm getting these port visits down; find street art, consume good food and drink (heya hangi for elevensies), and shop for Pacific history and women's essays.

I'm gonna need a bigger backpack. Eeek!

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And I have worked on class and seminar reading and plans for another trimester of teaching at Deakin! So, no. Very bad at doing nothing. Makes me twitchy. Much rather be getting back into research and teaching. If only for one day.

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I also learned about Queen Anne marshmallows and many, many, Aotearoa NZ histories. And yes, Chef did ask to carry my books. He's a keeper.

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Well, we've found the over 18s hideaways, got a mighty fine place to lay our heads and I'm super excited to be delivering lectures over the next 14 days!

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