All I want for Christmas is a real good TAN

Hows it going up there USA? Hope all is well and not too chilly in that winter of yours. I’m currently sitting at a free-wiFi booth in the garden place in Hamilton city as I type this. I guess I have lots to fill you in on since I’ve been away for awhile. Since I’ve last spoke, heaps have gone on in this pretty little place. For starters, I had to put rowing on hold, that is until I get a job and am on my feet again. Geez, I can barely afford my rent at the moment, let alone the $1,000 rowing fees. Secondly, I have had 2 interviews at the University gym on campus for the position of an exercise consultant, and they seem pretty keen to hire me. Fingers crossed.

I also have an interview with the NZ Red Cross on Tuesday for the new position of a People Saver Instructor. This role entails going to committed elementary and intermediate schools and giving presentations to the kids about basic first aid and cpr training. This would be another one that I could pursue on the side, which is pretty cool. Thirdly, I found out some interesting facts about my visa. It doesn’t actually expire in July of next year. The initial visa started when I entered the country on September 26th, so the 12-months would begin then. This is definitely a good thing to mention when pursing jobs.

Summer has taken a dump on this country here too. Man it just went from the 60s to hard-out 90s. It’s super hot at the moment. Already experienced my first case of fiery sunburn and mosquito bites. Oh the joys of summer. Lets see… what else have I been up to? Cam took me to the Hamilton Zoo last week, which was mean ! I loved it. The chimpanzees were the coolest, with the giraffes taking a close second place. Cam and I have a series of sweet photos that I’ll have to post in here shortly. Also, took a few beach trips with friends (that’s where the evil sun devil took its hit, haha). Anyways we went to Mount Maunganui and Wainui Beach at Raglan. Think I even have the pronunciation down on the two. Can’t wait to show off my kiwi-swag. Haha.






Other than that, I’m just getting crafty ideas for the holidays. You know my money situation, so please don’t feel offended if you don’t receive but a letter in the post this Christmas! I promise I will make it up to you all. The big city centre Christmas tree is lit up tonight, so excited! Again, I hope all is well back home. I miss you all heaps, especially now that the holiday fever has hit me . All good though. Part of me is floating in the ocean at Wrightsville beach and in the tradewinds of Annapolis at the moment. Sorry, I’m afraid there is no escaping Jill this holiday season. Just wanted to send out a giant nerdy ‘miss you hug’ through the world wide spiderweb.



Let it Shine, Let it Shine, Let it Shine,

Xxxo Jill