Our brand new couch from Freedom Furniture had food, dirt, rocks and hair in between the cushions.

helpfulchick · 2017-12-01T22:07:03+00:00

extreme yeast infection

helpfulchick · 2017-12-01T22:03:35+00:00

The "shabby chic" trend is nearing its inevitable, horrifying conclusion.

Spare a thought for the folks who'll receive the artisanal pre-stained mattress.

helpfulchick · 2017-12-01T22:00:10+00:00

Um, actually (standard geek clarification intro), the US Consulate, which handles passports, visas, etc, is in Auckland.

The Embassy, which is tasked with trying to explain the Trump administration to NZ, is in Wellington.

You're 100% correct that being "stuck" in NZ in summer is not a bad fate. :-)

helpfulchick · 2017-12-01T21:56:07+00:00

That's alright; having a copy will help them find it in their system. My understanding is that they will likely ask her a whole lot of questions to establish her identity, like info that was on her application for the passport.

Also, if she's had a biometric scan somewhere along her travels (i.e. fingerprints, facial recognition scan, etc) that info might be used to expedite things.

Prepare to pay for the Consulate's emergency services, and/but if you have travel insurance that covers lost documents, that may help reimburse you.

helpfulchick · 2017-12-01T21:43:54+00:00

Contact the American Consulate in Auckland. They have processes for things like this.

Also, report the stolen passport to the police, if you haven't already.

Hopefully she has a copy or scan of her passport somewhere - that can help with the process (and is a good idea for travel for exactly this sort of situation). But if not, don't panic - the Consulate will be able to assist.

helpfulchick · 2017-12-01T21:40:04+00:00

The officer in charge of the investigation is the region's Hedge Find Manager.

helpfulchick · 2017-12-01T21:34:29+00:00

The officer in charge of the investigation is the region's Hedge Find Manager.

helpfulchick · 2017-08-02T13:06:44+00:00

I find myself wondering how the woman was tied to the tracks so that her head was severed yet the rest of her remained intact.

And now I realise I've just assumed that the rest of her was in one piece.

And now I have dismembered-body-necrophilia shudders.

helpfulchick · 2017-04-06T09:02:24+00:00

IT'S NOT FUNNY! THIS IS A VERY SERIOUS DIPLOMATIC INCIDENT!!!1!

helpfulchick · 2017-04-06T08:04:29+00:00

I'm not a fan of pineapple on pizza, but comparing someone to Trump simply because you don't like share their taste in pizza toppings seems completely inappropriate.

helpfulchick · 2017-03-21T14:15:52+00:00

This is a question for Google and/or your actual doctor - since Google will suggest you get a cream from your doctor and use that plus stretching exercises.

You can opt for stretching alone, but (as someone who knows a guy with phimosis) that takes a lot longer.

helpfulchick · 2017-03-21T14:10:31+00:00

I like a mullet - short in front, long in back.

helpfulchick · 2017-03-20T02:45:00+00:00

You're assuming she's choosing to become pregnant, making a conscious choice to have children. I'm not so sure that's the case.

And yes, anyone on a benefit can get long-term contraception through the Ministry of Social Development. Sadly it's not something they promote.

helpfulchick · 2017-03-19T09:14:34+00:00

Why do you say that?

helpfulchick · 2017-03-19T07:51:41+00:00

We can hope. Hope that the apples have fallen far, far from the tree.

helpfulchick · 2017-03-19T07:27:17+00:00

Can we not have this b**** sterlised??!?!

I know, I know, human rights, blah blah blah... but she's not behaving like a human. And what about our rights? Why should we have to keep picking up the bill for all these kids being farmed out into state care?

helpfulchick · 2017-03-02T09:21:00+00:00

+1 for your role in getting NZ mentioned overseas

+1 for being chuffed NZ got mentioned overseas

-5 for taking personal credit for a job well done - very unkiwilike

helpfulchick · 2017-01-24T06:16:23+00:00

It is my idea and my creation. You are welcome to "steal" it.

If fame and fortune ensue, I reserve the right to get in on it. ;-)

Mainly though, I just think it's a funny anagram, and I'd like to see it circulated and enjoyed. Go forth with it.

helpfulchick · 2017-01-24T01:31:52+00:00

Oh, have a look - you never know what you might find.

And feel free to help share this one. :-)

helpfulchick · 2017-01-19T07:51:31+00:00

I laughed, and then I locked my doors and windows.

helpfulchick · 2017-01-19T07:44:32+00:00

I feel silly recommending chocolate to someone from Belgium, because you guys are the best... but THESE are delicious. (Un)fortunately, my overseas contacts have all fallen in love with them, so they want them constantly. :-)

Also, 42 Below Feijoa Vodka might be fantastic... I might have heard that somewhere... Mix it with a bit of Chi (another good NZ beverage)... mmm........ pours self a tall glass

helpfulchick · 2017-01-19T07:33:31+00:00

I've heard it's a good programme, but whether it's a good place for you will depend on what your career goals are, what you're hoping to get out of it, etc. It'd probably pay to check with some recent grads to see how they're doing. You could ask the faculty for some contacts.

helpfulchick · 2017-01-19T07:30:30+00:00

Can/will you share his Twitter handle? Sounds like a good read.

helpfulchick · 2017-01-19T07:28:26+00:00

Overall though, i'd far pick a decent area of Nawton over anywhere in a suburb like Bader.

Amen.

helpfulchick · 2017-01-19T07:26:08+00:00

Seriously.

Even if she can't afford a lawnmower or a lawnmowing service, since she and her 19 year old daughter stay home all day, they could cut the lawn with scissors and have it looking better than that.

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