First day cycling to work, the hours I spent last night sorting out the bike were a good investment. I got to work in about 30 minutes including two stops to put the chain back on – (a worn bottom bracket causing the cranks to woggle, just in case you are interested). Not the world best bike but it will do the job for a few weeks.
It was foggy this morning so I donned the black fleece I was given on Saturday's match and pedalled off. Not having lights is a bit of a downside but I'll pop into one of the numerous bike shops I've seen to sort that out. In fact I can return the padlock I bought as my $98 Trade-Me (Ebay) bike came with one.
Work was another round of interviews for my team, I think on Tuesday I'll be able to start my job properly before heading down to Wellington (the Capital!) on Wednesday and Thursday for a meet and greet with the big cheeses in NZ Transport Agency. Also found out today I need to return to Wellington next Monday for meeting with my the five other Principal Project Managers for the other New Zealand 'Road of National Significance' dotted around the country. Well at least I start earning some frequent flyer points.
Girls returned from first day at school, it seemed to go well. I'll encourage them to add their own thoughts.
Chicken update – small handful of rice and chilli produced one brown egg tonight. Not sure how hot and spicy it will be – will provide and update later.
That's about it for now.
Richard
I am truly honoured to have a big fat chicken named after me (or maybe you have just gone all Shakespearean - what about Orphelia, Cordelia and Titania for the other three?) I hope she lays many eggs and works hard for her rice and chilli.
ReplyDeleteGreat to read all your news and see some photos. It all sounds very positive so far. Love from us all, Miranda