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Daily Oxford
Musings and observations from rural New Zealand. Chaos and mayhem when a city girl moves to the country and learns that vegetables don't come from...
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The password
Daily Oxford ― Did I show you the password I was given at The Convent to use their wifi? I really appreciate how they gave me such an easy password to remember. Because they suggested I memorise it just in case I mislaid it. I kid you not. (more)
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Is it a flying broomstick?
Daily Oxford ― This is sooooooo hilarious. Well, I think it is. Every morning, outside the apartment building in Testaccio, is this large red truck with a yellow hand logo. There are several versions of this truck actually. A small one rockets around the park in... (more)
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What’s Italian for yummo?
Daily Oxford ― My new obsession! I dined at a local trattoria the other night. The main meals were pretty ordinary fare: pizza, pasta and meat dishes. I decided to sample pollo alla Romana con peperoni or Roman chook with peppers. Frankly, I think I could have... (more)
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Italian goodies
Daily Oxford ― Week Four now in Rome dear reader. At first, time was ticking by slowly; now it’s speeding up. I’m looking forward to going home to New Zealand but also starting to get into the rhythm of work here and I’ve come to accept the... (more)
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Is this rosso?
Daily Oxford ― Now, I have a hair drama. Remember my last time in Rome and the wonderful Manolo? That Italian hairdresser knew how to cut and colour. But, quelle horror, the salon he worked in has moved to Trastavere and they’ve taken my Manolo with them. I... (more)
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The French to the rescue
Daily Oxford ― As you know, dear reader, I’ve been having all sorts of dramas here in Rome. They are not of my own making I promise. I just seem to be having a run of not-so-great luck whilst here. That or it’s a very long full moon. I’ve had... (more)
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What I took to Rome
Daily Oxford ― I think I pared down. Unlike my trip to Malaysia and Thailand or my last trip to Rome, I think I’ve taken less makeup. Then again, maybe not. I’ll let you decide. And I’ve been keeping out of Sephora. Well, I’ve gone in twice... (more)
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Fawlty Towers?
Daily Oxford ― I’m wondering if I’m trapped in an episode of Fawlty Towers. Ever since landing in Rome, I’ve been feeling like hapless Manuel, who used to get smacked around by Basil Fawlty or dropped plates as the kitchen door of the hotel dining... (more)
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I knew it!
Daily Oxford ― I was saying the other day that I have a deep suspicion that many Italians can speak more English than they are letting on. And now I have solid evidence. Last week, I fell over on my ankle quite badly. I was wearing shoes with a very tiny heel.... (more)
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The Ferragamo
Daily Oxford ― I am SERIOUSLY miffed dear reader. And it’s all to do with my beloved Ferragamo handbag. When I was working at an international organisation and flying all around the world for meetings, I was earning a pretty decent salary. I was young and... (more)
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Good morning honey!
Daily Oxford ― The Italians give me grief, let me tell you. I still adore this country and the Italians but I suspect that many Italians actually speak more English than they are letting on – even if it’s just a tiny bit. Yet, despite my smiles and... (more)
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Pringles and Kellogs
Daily Oxford ― I’ve always had a thing for Pringles. Sour cream and onion particularly. Recently, I’ve discovered hot and spicy BBQ (at least I think that’s what it’s called back in New Zealand). I do try to avoid Pringles as much as humanly... (more)
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The convent
Daily Oxford ― Okay, so it wasn’t really a convent but it did feel a bit like one. Or maybe more like a student dormitory. I stayed at this accommodation for two nights during my second week here in Rome. Before I describe this surreal place, I have to give... (more)
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The party
Daily Oxford ― Ciao dear reader! I am just back from a weekend at a casale in Umbria. The casale or farmhouse belongs to Audrey, a French lady I work with here in Rome. It was her 40th birthday on May 12, four days after mine, and she threw a party at her country... (more)
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The breakfast
Daily Oxford ― Only in Italy would I have this sugary, fattening breakfast. I love what are called jambella. I became addicted to them during my last stint in Rome. Basically, it’s a humongous doughnut dusted with sugar. Carb city people! But with a strong... (more)
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