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Title: Kiwi Roll Call
Post by: DingBat on 04 September, 2010, 10:19

:omg: OMG, I've just read about the earthquake in Christchurch, New Zealand, this morning. :eek:

Smilie and Souly (do we have any other current Kiwi members?) please let us know that you are okay and whether you've suffered any damage as a result of this quake.  The papers say that no-one's been seriously injured or killed, thank heavens, but are you okay?

Sending you positive karma. :hug2:




Title: Re: Kiwi Roll Call
Post by: DingBat on 04 September, 2010, 10:29

I meant to say that I'm reading reports that the quake was anything from 7 to 7.4 on the Richter scale.  Here's a link to "what's working and what's not" for anyone interested, but there's loads of news out there.

http://www.nzherald.co.nz/nz/news/article.cfm?c_id=1&objectid=10671070 (http://www.nzherald.co.nz/nz/news/article.cfm?c_id=1&objectid=10671070)




Title: Re: Kiwi Roll Call
Post by: smiliekiwi on 04 September, 2010, 18:04
Hello from Christchurch!!

If you look at the photo's they are pretty grim...  But it is mainly the older houses and older areas.. the city centre is cordened off.   some areas all chimney's have collapsed. 
But we are all good.  no damage.. just loss of sleep.
Woke at 4.35 to a good ol' shake.  apparently the worst I've ever had.  I used to be terrified of these things, but now a mixture of experience and faith I haven't been worried at all.  (oh a little for my grandson, as I knew his mum would not be very brave)
We've had all the family around.. which is a bit of a bonus.
We are still having 'aftershocks' which are as bad as any earthquake I've felt before :/ 
It will take the city a while to clean up, demolish, rebuild again.
But there has been no deaths (would have been a completely different story if it happened during the day!)
Thanks for your care and concern
Still Smilie!!


Title: Re: Kiwi Roll Call
Post by: DingBat on 04 September, 2010, 20:03

Good onya, Smilie, and thanks so much for letting us know that you're safe and unscathed. :tup:  I've been thinking about you all day. :hug:

Read about a man who was seriously injured by a falling chimney and another (both in their 50s) who has also sustained some nasty injuries.  Yes, thank heavens this happened at the time it did.  Could've been a LOT worse.  :oo:

For anyone interested, here's a link (http://www.stuff.co.nz/4095395/7-1-earthquake-photos/) to some photos around Christchurch since the quake.  It's very slow loading (not surprisingly!) but worth the wait for some incredible pix. :S

I hope that the news from NZ continues to be 'good' insofar as people and animals being hurt is concerned.  Sending all kiwis our best wishes from Aussie.  If there's any way we can help, we will. :nod:

Oh, and Smilie, now that you're under a 7am to 7pm curfew, MrSmilie might like to take advantage of the 'after shocks' and see if he can't give you a better 'shake' than this morning's one!!! :leer: :woot: :whist: :giggle:

Really pleased to hear that you're okay. :kissed:




Title: Re: Kiwi Roll Call
Post by: Pootsie on 05 September, 2010, 09:42



Oh, and Smilie, now that you're under a 7am to 7pm curfew, MrSmilie might like to take advantage of the 'after shocks' and see if he can't give you a better 'shake' than this morning's one!!! :leer: :woot: :whist: :giggle:


DINGY!!!!   :eek: :lol:


I wasn't sure exactly what cities my kiwi friends live in, but, Smilie, I'm sure glad that you're doing OK!  Now we need to hear from Souly....


Title: Re: Kiwi Roll Call
Post by: smiliekiwi on 05 September, 2010, 09:52
Souly is further North,  where we had the Hugest earthquake in the 30's.   I think they would have felt it,  but no damage would have been done.

Off down south for a couple of days.   will catch up with you all later

xxxxx


Title: Re: Kiwi Roll Call
Post by: Souly on 05 September, 2010, 14:03
Hi everyone, yep, we're fine here. We did feel the shake, but nothing like they did in Christchurch, only enough to wake me up, not startlingly. Nothing even off the shelves here. Great to here everything's fine, smilie, though I knew you were ok, cos I heard from Ali.

Sorry I couldn't post earlier...I tried to! I was out of town and for some reason I couldn't log in. I couldn't remember my password, so have had to wait until I got home to be able to reset it.

Prayers and love go to all in Christchurch.



Title: Re: Kiwi Roll Call
Post by: DingBat on 06 September, 2010, 10:26
DINGY!!!!   :eek: :lol:

:evil: :rofl: Wellllllll, someone had to lighten the mood a tad! :nose:

(P) :lol:




Title: Re: Kiwi Roll Call
Post by: DingBat on 06 September, 2010, 10:29
Hi everyone, yep, we're fine here. We did feel the shake, but nothing like they did in Christchurch, only enough to wake me up, not startlingly. Nothing even off the shelves here. Great to here everything's fine, smilie, though I knew you were ok, cos I heard from Ali.

Sorry I couldn't post earlier...I tried to! I was out of town and for some reason I couldn't log in. I couldn't remember my password, so have had to wait until I got home to be able to reset it.

Prayers and love go to all in Christchurch.

Ah, brill; both of our kiwi chicks okay. :bless:

Thanks for updating us, Souly. :hug:

Smilie, have you still got power, water and sewerage?  Or have you been affected by the broken pipes and systems that we're hearing about?





Title: Re: Kiwi Roll Call
Post by: smiliekiwi on 07 September, 2010, 17:41
We got everything... plus extra family , as they don't want to go home..
We having after shakes... over 100, and some of them are up 5.4 , so I cut my trip short and returned home.  Has been relatively calm since my return, but for some odd reason the worst ones are in the middle of the night.
We are having to boil water, but that is no hardship.
Schools closed till next week
people slowly going back to work.

don't know where all the unhoused people are going to go..  :S


Title: Re: Kiwi Roll Call
Post by: Souly on 08 September, 2010, 18:18
Since smilie's post, there have been some rather large after shocks, one this morning that was much shallower than any previousl aftershocks (and therefore felt more strongly than most), causing renewed frayed nerves . More building damage is coming to light with each aftershock, having been weakened by previous ones and getting worse each time. The city is simply changing...and this is a very defining moment for Christchurch and surround small towns, some of which have now changed forever, with historic buildings either destroyed or condemned and will have to come down. It's a horrific situation, and one which will take a LONG time to get over, physically, financially, emotionally...the works. I feel for them all! If this has not touched EVERY person in New Zealand, then some people must be super self centred!

My area has had 3 quakes yesterday too...puts us on edge, knowing what Christchurch has suffered, and still is. Ours paled to insignificance in comparison, but it served to heighten awareness, alertness and nerves!

Love and prayers to everyone in Canterbury...especially smilie and family.


Title: Re: Kiwi Roll Call
Post by: DingBat on 09 September, 2010, 10:54

Thanks for the updates, ladies. :D

I'm still following anything which hits our news in Australia.  One brilliant thing I've just found from the following newspaper article is www.mapquake.co.nz (http://www.mapquake.co.nz).  A great idea and resource for anyone living in or travelling to the Christchurch area. :tup:


Quote from: http://www.couriermail.com.au/news/world/google-maps-assisting-nz-christchurch-and-canterbury-quake-victims/story-e6freoox-1225916211967
Google maps assisting NZ Christchurch and Canterbury quake victims
By staff writers | From: AAP | September 09, 2010 7:56AM

A GOOGLE Map has been created by a Wellington man to help people in Canterbury find out what services and shops are open, and what roads and bridges are closed, following Saturday's devastating 7.1 earthquake and its hundreds of aftershocks.

Anyone can add information to the map, which is continuously being updated.

The Google Map, which can easily be found at www.mapquake.co.nz, contains around 150 points of interest and had more than 30,000 visitors yesterday.

Map creator David Knight said although he lives in Wellington, he wanted to find some way of assisting quake victims.

He was aware similar technology was used extensively during other international crises, such as the Haitian earthquake and Australia's Victorian bushfires, so he thought he'd kickstart one for Canterbury.

"The great thing about this map is that everyone with internet access can view it and contribute to it," said Knight.

"It's a resource for people who live in Canterbury, but these same people can actually add content. In fact, it's the locals who have the most accurate, up-to-date information, so there is no one else better placed to do it."

Knight said anything from points of interest, to movies and photos could be added.

"For example, the map currently shows where police the cordon is, where people can find port-a-loos, welfare centres, free wi-fi hot spots and food retailers - but anything can be added and it's easy to do.

"If locals see something and think their neighbours, family or friends need to know about it - they can go to www.mapquake.co.nz , use their Google user name to sign in, select 'edit', click on the blue pin point at the top of the map and place it where their point of interest is."

Knight said while councils were doing a great job, they were stretched to maximum capacity at the moment and could not possibly capture and publish every piece of information, but with the map everyone could contribute.




Title: Re: Kiwi Roll Call
Post by: smiliekiwi on 09 September, 2010, 15:36
:)  don't have to boil water anymore
:'( seeing old historic buildings shattered
:) after shocks reducing... was starting to think daughter and boyfriend my return to flat... they are camping out in our lounge... I have seen the carpet twice in the last four days...
:( Just had a decent sized one..
they really don't bother me at all, but since daughters flat is on the second story it multiplies the effect  so I really do what them to diminish so she's happy to go home.
Uni has extended it's mid term break by two weeks
Hubby doesn't return to work till monday (which he's delighted as he has made great progress on the deck :)  )
The night and day classes I go to have been cancelled... it's rather quiet... But oh I look forward to having my house to myself again!!


Title: Re: Kiwi Roll Call
Post by: Souly on 10 September, 2010, 05:20
While they are not the sort of earlier earthquakes that Christchurch has had, we have had 4 earthquakes here in Hawkes Bay over the past couple of days. (3.3, 3.8, 4.3 and 5.3). A friendly (?!) Mother Earth reminder that none of us are exempt! And that we should remain prepared.

I have always had an emergency kit - loooooooooong before it was fashionable to do so, and most certainly it used to be a constant subject of ridicule by family, friends and others. Even here, in the past couple of years, when and as I fill large bottles with water and store them, my neighbours have actually given their giggles at my 'sillyness'. I wonder what they think now?!  Mind you, I did do a bit of updating yesterday - cycled the tinned food to make sure it's all fresh and ready for the next 6 months, checked the batteries etc.

Even WITH that in place, it is unnerving. One is never REALLY sure where to store this stuff safely. If it's in the garage, out of the sun, will the garage door open after an earthquake? If it's indoors, will the place still be standing? Will cupboard doors open? Will china cabinets fall and block access? Heck! Who knows?!

Culmination is, Mother Nature is a force to be reckoned with when she's really peeved! And no-one can predict HOW much she is going to throw her weight around when she does....so it's all speculation and relies heavily on luck and hope.

I rarely watch the news...it's mostly negative piffle that doesn't figure on my radar. But Christchurch is dear to my heart (I used to live and work there) and it is a beautiful city that has been totally changed...forever! I watch and listen to everything that is happening, with interest, love, angst, sorrow, joy, sadness...and this morning, even a darn good laugh! A man, whose house has moved a little, has painted on the side of his home "THIS HOUSE ROCKS!" What a wonderful sense of humour! Bless his lovely soul!


Title: Re: Kiwi Roll Call
Post by: Souly on 13 September, 2010, 06:20
Shallow aftershocks continue to rock Christchurch and surrounding districts/towns. I can only imagine the frayed nerves, lack of sleep and uncertainty surrounding it all.

Love and blessings to you and your family, smilie.


Title: Re: Kiwi Roll Call
Post by: smiliekiwi on 13 September, 2010, 10:20
 :)
Interesting times.
Helped out at one of the refuge centres.A lot of people are staying at them as they are afraid to go home.  the donated food and stuff coming in was inspiring.
Houses and sections suffered 'sand volcanoes' water forced up sand from below the ground into the houses and properties.  (isn't there something written about not building on sand? )  Friends who helped dig some out (there are hundreds of volunteers, the university students who can not return to uni till next monday are out there doing there bit) any way, my friends told me it was like cornflour.  you know how it goes hard when it's wet?  that it was hard to get spades into, and the suction squelshing when you pull it out. the when it is on the wheelbarrow, it doesn't tip out, but sticks into it, so it has to be dug out.
Some areas are Really badly affected,  it is surreal.
Me?  Well the after shocks don't bother me a bit..... expect, that my daughter and boyfriend and GS are staying.  And she is not the easiest person to live with.  So I am wishing they will stop.
(but they really aren't doing any harm.. it's just the earth settling back into place I think.)
Thank you for thinking of us...
SK


Title: Re: Kiwi Roll Call
Post by: Sheila248 on 13 September, 2010, 14:23
{{{Hugs}}}  Smilie and Souly, glad to hear that you are safe.


Title: Re: Kiwi Roll Call
Post by: smiliekiwi on 15 September, 2010, 05:10
No Aftershocks for 11 hours!!   :D
The SUN shone and I got some washing DRY the old fashioned way!

Two aftershocks last night :(

 http://www.geonet.org.nz/earthquake/quakes/recent_quakes.html     


Title: Re: Kiwi Roll Call
Post by: DingBat on 15 September, 2010, 23:35

:O Crikey!  I had no idea you were getting as many after shocks as that! o.O




Title: Re: Kiwi Roll Call
Post by: smiliekiwi on 16 September, 2010, 06:51
Last night....

Thu, Sep 16 2010 7:24 am
  Magnitude: 3.5


  Thu, Sep 16 2010 5:58 am
  Magnitude: 3.5

 Thu, Sep 16 2010 5:37 am
 Magnitude: 3.7
 

 Thu, Sep 16 2010 5:04 am
 Magnitude: 3.4

 Thu, Sep 16 2010 4:35 am
Magnitude: 4.3


Thu, Sep 16 2010 3:13 am
 Magnitude: 4.5



Wed, Sep 15 2010 11:23 pm
Magnitude: 3.5

Apparently it's normal (when you hear of earthquakes over seas they do mention them eh?  but I have never known that there are hundreds of them!)   
There are a lot of people finding it hard to cope with, 


Title: Re: Kiwi Roll Call
Post by: DingBat on 16 September, 2010, 08:31

Mmmm, I had a look at that link you gave us (great link, btw :D) and was totally amazed to see the amount of aftershocks.  Yes, we've heard that you're still getting aftershocks, but I really thought it was probably only one here and there, as in every few days!  It's no bloomin' wonder that people are having a hard time coping!!  That'd be very unsettling. :nod: o.O

:flowers:




Title: Re: Kiwi Roll Call
Post by: smiliekiwi on 16 September, 2010, 13:01
(http://i228.photobucket.com/albums/ee104/smiliekiwi/sleep.jpg)


Title: Re: Kiwi Roll Call
Post by: DingBat on 17 September, 2010, 08:59
 :lol:


Title: Re: Kiwi Roll Call
Post by: smiliekiwi on 20 September, 2010, 17:31
(http://i228.photobucket.com/albums/ee104/smiliekiwi/QuakeSummary.png)

do you think they are dying down???  (the top one is today... the lower one shows the last two weeks)


Title: Re: Kiwi Roll Call
Post by: Sheila248 on 20 September, 2010, 18:13
 :O :O :O

Stay safe everyone...


Title: Re: Kiwi Roll Call
Post by: DingBat on 20 September, 2010, 21:06
:yess: :tup:


Title: Re: Kiwi Roll Call
Post by: smiliekiwi on 26 December, 2010, 17:08
Today was um interesting,  I look at my above post... and think wow, did I think it was stopping then?

http://quake.crowe.co.nz/  will give you a nice chart to see the 'fun' we've been having.
today, boxing day sales... most people were in the shops and malls when a 4.9 hit the epi centre being the CBD.  we were stopped at lights, first thought was that a car had hit us from behind, the sheer force of the rocking. then sirens going shakey buildings, scared faces!   
we saw a collapsed brick wall, one store with burst water pipe.  malls were shut down and electricity off. 20 buildings in the CBD with new damage.
driving around the city has been interesting the last few months, and now new bits are cordoned off.
We are lucky where we live, little damage. But most people are finding this very nerve wracking and hard to live with.


Title: Re: Kiwi Roll Call
Post by: smiliekiwi on 26 December, 2010, 17:20
http://www.stuff.co.nz/lightbox/national/4495384/?KeepThis=true&TB_iframe=true&height=560&width=640


Title: Re: Kiwi Roll Call
Post by: DingBat on 26 December, 2010, 18:43

Hmmm, I read about that this morning but our press made it sound pretty minor.  I certainly didn't think it would be enough of a problem to be worth asking if you were alright, Smilie. :$  Relieved to hear that you didn't suffer any damage though. :hug:

They said in that video clip (above) that the couple who spoke were "Australian tourists".  Her accent sounded more South African to me! o.O  Anyway, pleased to hear that there were no injuries and hope this is the last of it for you. :S




Title: Re: Kiwi Roll Call
Post by: smiliekiwi on 26 December, 2010, 19:37
Half the kiwi's are South African now...so who knows/

just had another 4.4 . . . getting rocked to sleep!

(daughter HATES them, but she's close to epi centre and on second floor, so can't really blame her)


Title: Re: Kiwi Roll Call
Post by: DingBat on 20 January, 2011, 22:44

Hmm, another rocker for you, Smilie, eh?  I read that it was 5.1 on the Richter Scale this time.  I'm hoping that you're okay?  When is this weather madness gunna stop?! :S

Be safe, lovely lady. :hug:




Title: Re: Kiwi Roll Call
Post by: smiliekiwi on 23 January, 2011, 12:55
Thanks Ding!
We were away camping.
not sure what we missed!
Daughter coping with them better... guess you can get used to anything?


Title: Re: Kiwi Roll Call
Post by: Souly on 04 February, 2011, 18:39
Not knowing exactly where you gals are, I was just wondering if you are all ok over there in Aussie? The latest couple of disasters there have been rather mind boggling. I hope all is alright. Hugs and prayers


Title: Re: Kiwi Roll Call
Post by: Pootsie on 09 February, 2011, 12:11
Well, I guess you've had your share of heartbreak down there !   Sorry I cant to something to help!


Title: Re: Kiwi Roll Call
Post by: Souly on 22 February, 2011, 09:55
Smilie's Christchurch has been hit today with a massive and devastating earthquake, with extreme damage (much more than the one in September), and reports of fatalities. Please, everyone, could you send prayers for everyone, their families, friends, colleagues and all the people now helping to search, rescue and aid those trapped, injured and frightened.

Smilie...please, as soon as you can get this, reply and let us know how you and your family are.

Know that everyone is thinking of you with love and heartfelt prayers.





Title: Re: Kiwi Roll Call
Post by: DingBat on 22 February, 2011, 10:14

Yes, terrible news.  I'm watching a live stream online now.

Thinking of you all over there.  Thanks, Souly, for letting us know that you're okay.  I know you're a bit further away, but it's been said that the quake has been felt a fair way away (Wellington and Dunedin have been mentioned).

Stay safe, Smilie and family; I'm thinking of you. :hug:




Title: Re: Kiwi Roll Call
Post by: Sheila248 on 22 February, 2011, 13:18
Thoughts and prayers to all my Kiwi mates, stay safe.  Love and hugs to you.   :hug2:


Title: Re: Kiwi Roll Call
Post by: Sheila248 on 22 February, 2011, 13:50
I've just read that 65 people have died, such a tragedy, still waiting for my friend Bronwyn, from high school to log onto facebook... :(


Title: Re: Kiwi Roll Call
Post by: Souly on 22 February, 2011, 16:38
At this point in time, 65 confirmed dead, with that number certain to rise as rubble is moved and buildings cleared. It is a shocking, shocking event and the city is simply devastated. People are frightened, many are homeless as their already weakened homes (from the September earthquake) have now been destroyed. It is a very grim and sad situation...and shocks are still happening, some quite large. Prayers for them all...they have a very long, wet, cold night ahead.



Title: Re: Kiwi Roll Call
Post by: Souly on 22 February, 2011, 18:04
I have just heard that smilie and family are all fine. Sorry, that is all I know at this stage, but at least it's good news.


Title: Re: Kiwi Roll Call
Post by: smiliekiwi on 23 February, 2011, 05:38
HI ALL,
Thank you thank you for your prayers and kind thoughts!!  <3

My family all well and have not heard any bad news amongst friends

the death count is now down  (? )  to 38 I think... but still plenty of people to be accounted for.
Had we not had the earthquake in Sept there would have been a lot more deaths, as people would have been in since destroyed buildings.

They are just showing the CBD on tv, but other areas are damaged badly too. 

it will take a long time before the centre city is normal.......  :/


Title: Re: Kiwi Roll Call
Post by: DingBat on 23 February, 2011, 07:22

Relieved and glad to hear that you're all okay, Smilie. :tup: :hug:

Still 'waking up' here, so empty headed atm, but I'll pop back in later.




Title: Re: Kiwi Roll Call
Post by: Souly on 23 February, 2011, 09:57
Thank God you're all OK smilie.

Yes, the city and suburbs will never be the same...it's a very sad time all round. The death toll is rising and wee stories are emerging...some of them absolutely heart wrenching...like the little 9 month old baby killed when a television fell on him during the quake. His parents must be devastated...I know his grandmother is, because she was on national radio last night, poor lady.

Sure wish I could do something.. I have a candle lit with crystals around it and a prayer circle created. I feel so helpless. I am praying for everyone, in particular my cousins there. No news at this stage.

I hope you have comfort and warmth, smilie. So many are now absolutely homeless.

Hugs and hugs and hugs all round



Title: Re: Kiwi Roll Call
Post by: DingBat on 23 February, 2011, 15:46

Sadly, the death count has now risen to 75, I believe, and they're expecting a considerable amount more.  A very, very bad/sad few days for New Zealand. :sob:




Title: Re: Kiwi Roll Call
Post by: Souly on 23 February, 2011, 16:52
Have heard that my cousins are all safe. Their house isn't though, and they are now homeless. Two of them have already left Christchurch for Wellington, and the others will be leaving in the next day or so for Nelson.

I'm relieved they are safe.

Still praying for everyone in Christchurch and surrounding areas.


Title: Re: Kiwi Roll Call
Post by: smiliekiwi on 24 February, 2011, 17:24
I cannot imagine being homeless!  so hard for them, and I don't suppose it will be a quick fix.

We knew one of the girls that was removed from the PGG building with just squashed fingers,
Hubby knows one mother with two small children missing. 
I guess everyone will know someone.

Here, inside, life seems nearly normal.  (except fuller house, and unflushed loos)  but outside you can regularly hear sirens going.  I have not been out of the suburb, and dont think I want to go into town, it has been bad enough after the Sept one. 

after shocks are still making us feel insecure, but not as bad as the Sept one.

(http://i228.photobucket.com/albums/ee104/smiliekiwi/untitled.jpg)


Life is weird here, things are canceled, and life is not normal...the city is closed, hard to find petrol, local shops are open, supermarkets people queue up to get inside life is not the same.. but it continues


Title: Re: Kiwi Roll Call
Post by: smiliekiwi on 01 March, 2011, 06:26
Death toll 154.  still heaps missing... expected to be over 200... but when you look at the photo's it's actually amazing it's not more!
http://www.stuff.co.nz/national/christchurch-earthquake/4705106/Photos-Before-and-after-the-Christchurch-earthquake

Our CDB will Never be the same.... but we'll end up with the newest one in New Zealand eh? 
Bob Parker is amazing  (our mayor)  He says why keep the old buildings when no one wants to go into the city to see them.   so now they will make sure they are as safe as the new buildings.

Hubby's work is no good.  With the recession, there is a whole lot of empty offices near here, so maybe he'll be closer home

I am definitely more rattled this time than last.  Does not help that my daughter has to shift (long story) and there won't be much accommodation out there,.. and I do not want her staying her.

We have our OE in two months... hopefully things much more settled by then.


Title: Re: Kiwi Roll Call
Post by: Souly on 01 March, 2011, 16:38
Yes, Bob Parker IS amazing...he deserves some sort of national recognition for his tireless work, support and compassion. He's been absolutely amazing...both times!

I cannot imagine the pain all the families are going through who have lost loved ones to this terrible tragedy. I can ONLY imagine the way people must be living on their nerves' edge with every aftershock. My thoughts are with you all.

AMAZING news about the 140 year old time capsules found today in the destruction!!! Can't wait to find out the contents!


Title: Re: Kiwi Roll Call
Post by: DingBat on 23 December, 2011, 10:04

Oh no, here we go again. :no:

Just read about another quake in Christchurch in the last hour or so; 5.8 this time, they're saying.

Hope you're all safe and well? :hug2:




Title: Re: Kiwi Roll Call
Post by: smiliekiwi on 23 December, 2011, 16:00
MmmmMmm to be followed a couple of hours later with a 6.  So sad for the people on the east to be buried under liquifaction again :/ 
We all good,  just a couple of things broken.   
don't think I'll do any last minute shopping tomorrow... it'll be mad out there!



Title: Re: Kiwi Roll Call
Post by: DingBat on 23 December, 2011, 19:51

Gawd, let's hope that's it. :xfingers:




Title: Re: Kiwi Roll Call
Post by: Souly on 26 December, 2011, 11:10
Have been sending up prayers and have lit a candle - so sad to hear about all the quakes starting again. Makes one feel SO inadequate, being unable to help in any practical way. Loving thoughts are with you smilie...and to all Cantabrians.

 :hug:


Title: Re: Kiwi Roll Call
Post by: smiliekiwi on 27 December, 2011, 06:45
Thank you ... it's quiet again   (ie  aftershocks are only 3.5's etc)   Looks like we'll get these headline hitting ones every few months for a while yet.  we all have good habits making sure things are secure.