A little bit about me...
Hi, my name is Lorraine and I am 81 going on 35, because that sounds a good age to be when I could do all the things that I can't do now. I'm on oxygen 24/7 so that limits quite a lot of doing things I liked to do eg gardening, cooking, working in various volunteer organisations such as CAB, Family Budgetting Service, Coastgaurd search and rescue, travelling with my husband who passed away just over 3 years ago. We were dairy farmers most of our working life. I have a Bible study group at home and a Rummikub morning with friends and they are mostly as far as my social contact goes. So anyone interested in doing either would be most welcome. Chow email mandlryan@kinect.co.nz or phone 075793897.
Poll: Would you want an unconventional funeral?
Funerals can cost as much as $22,000 and the planning can be stressful especially at a time when loved ones are grieving. Some New Zealanders are re-imagining funerals by making their own coffin or having a relaxed ceremony at home. Would you want a less traditional funeral? Share your thoughts below.
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85.8% Yes
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12.5% No
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1.7% Other - I'll share below!
Bob Owens Village Celebrates Double Digits!
Our Bob Owens Village celebrated a significant milestone on 18 April - a decade in business!
The Ryman village, located in Tauranga, was packed with over 200 eager residents waiting to celebrate. The festivities had been delayed due to COVID-19, making it closer to a 12-year birthday than a tenth but as the saying goes, better late than never!
Cheyne Chalmers, Chief Executive Officer - NZ, opened the speeches by commenting on the strong sense of community at the village.
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Lest we forget...
On this ANZAC Day, let's take a moment to remember and honor the brave men and women who have served and continue to serve our country.
Tell us who are you honouring today. Whether it's a story from the battlefield or a memory of a family member who fought in the war, we'd love you to share your stories below.
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