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@michaelakhulse.mastodon.nz.ap.brid.gy
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Proudly in my own time and space.

Wife of @SimonCHulse and mum of two.

Forever on a journey to better embody my faith in Jesus and embody the values of […]

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If you were learning a foreign language and could pick 7 words to learn first, which words would you want to learn? Probably not ‘duck’ and ‘quack’

Ask my 1 year old: Dadda, Mumma, car, ball, cat, duck, and kak (quack). So every animal is either a duck or a cat, and every bird says kak.
December 27, 2025 at 5:18 AM
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[Picture of graze injury]

So miss 4 was doing circuits on her bike around her aunty’s driveway on Christmas and I was running alongside her. On one of the downhill bits, this happened. I also bruised my ribs. At least she’s okay.
A picture of me showing my grazed elbow
December 26, 2025 at 7:08 AM
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Miss 4 and mine work this evening Happy (Summer) #solstice
A gingerbread sleigh with one reindeer sits on a white tray, decorated with white frosting and colorful candies. The scene is cluttered, with scattered candy, paper, and a pair of scissors nearby. A gingerbread sleigh and reindeer, decorated with colorful icing and candy, are displayed on a cluttered table. A partially opened gingerbread kit box is visible in the background, along with scattered crafting materials.
December 25, 2025 at 4:58 AM
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I have seen every episode of #bluey at least five times. I am still noticing hidden meanings I hadn’t noticed before.

Today I noticed that the story Chilli reads to Bluey in #unicorse is about becoming resilient because you can’t control other people. (“Then the people could walk anywhere and […]
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December 25, 2025 at 4:53 AM
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#Dinner is served. beans, broccoli, beet leaves, kale, and cherry tomatos from our #garden

#gardeningNZ #mygardenprotest #harvest @SimonCHulse
Two plates of food are displayed on a black countertop. The first plate contains mussels, green beans, sweet potato, 1/2 of a yellow cherry tomato, and leafy greens. The second plate features breaded fish sticks, roasted potatoes, sweet potato, 1/2 of a yellow cherry tomato and greens. There are two smaller bowls behind them with fingers and veg.
December 22, 2025 at 5:40 AM
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“Spiderman” by Miss 4
A child's hand is holding a drawing of a figure with a large head and flowing lines, resembling hair or tentacles. The setting is a living space with a wooden chair, a television, and various household items scattered around.
December 20, 2025 at 12:49 AM
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#secretsantaaonz The chocolate was devine! Thank you santa!
An image of a person's hand holding a chocolate bar topped with a biscuit featuring the word "Lotus." An intricate chocolate bar is being held, featuring decorative swirls and a central emblem. It rests atop packaging with visible text and a floral pattern in the background.
December 17, 2025 at 6:33 AM
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Thank you Santa! You sleuthed me perfectly!

I adore this lovely ornament. Thank you for your love and care. It is already enjoying pride of place on our tree and I will enjoy this memory each year. It’s adorable.

I’m looking forward to trying these yummy foods […]

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My gifts laid out on my bedpread: bischoc choclate, a bundle of packets of seeds from Kings Seeds, (Good choice) a beautiful handmade Christmas ornament with the image of a camel standing in front of a sunset, spiced roasted nuts. A beautiful card with a blue star on the cover and a fabric pouch whic is dark coloured with pink flowers. Close up of the beautiful handmade ornament! A camel has been cross-stitched in front of a sunset. There is also a beautiful star. The ornament on our Christmas tree.
December 16, 2025 at 6:01 PM
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Look at this beauty! Thanks Secret Santa! I love it already 💕 #SecretSantaAoNZ
Rectangular shaped present on a table. The present is wrapped in bright pink wrapping with a bright orange ribbon around it tied in a bow
December 15, 2025 at 5:09 AM
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Sent hubby to by glyphosate. I am a #permaculture minded gardener, which usually means using nature to solve problems. Unfortunately, I inherited a place where people have introduced some very vigorous plants that don’t belong to this eco-system and are annoying […]

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A section of hedge with morning glory vines growing on it, with three white, trumpet shaped flowers
December 11, 2025 at 9:23 PM
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We're going to need a couple of Super Santas to make sure everyone gets a gift for opening day.

It's only one week today, but if you're up to the challenge then you'll be spreading that little extra Christmas joy!

Reply or DM if you're able to step up and help us make sure everyone gets a present.
a squirrel is sitting on the ground with a zipper on its chest and says `` good morning have a super day '' .
Alt: A squirrel revealing the superman logo hidden under their fur. Super Santas are just like you, every day people that just step up to bring the joy and kindness.
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December 10, 2025 at 8:05 AM
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Preparing our fundraising stall at Naenae village market this Saturday (the 13th) if you’re in the Hutt, we’d love to see you in Hillary court (Pedestrian area between Naenae Library and Te Ngaengae pool) invite your friends please. We will have caramel popcorn […]

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An assortment of groceries and supplies, including a box of vinyl gloves, several bottles of beverages (including ginger beer and juice), plastic cups, a package of cookies, butter, a bottle of syrup, and bags of snacks and candy. The items are A close-up image of caramel-coated popcorn filling a brown container. The kernels are crunchy and lightly glazed, providing a sweet appearance.
December 11, 2025 at 9:08 AM
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Wait, David Seymour said something sensible on TV!
The Au social media ban could drive kids onto more harmful parts of the internet and stop them talking to their parents about it.

#ausocialmediaban #nzpol
December 10, 2025 at 5:10 AM
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Set up my Wood Blewits #mushroom patch. I chose to grow these because they fruit in winter, and my long standing garden goal is to have as wide a variety of food available throughout the year as possible. A friend who had grown outdoor mushrooms before said […]

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My hand holding a bag of wood blewit spawn, in front of the various piles of growing media I was about to use to set up my patch: compost, wood chips, grass clippings, and bunny poo. A hand holding a partially transparent bag labeled "Wood Blewit" in front of a garden area with dark soil and green plants. A white bucket is visible to the left, and there are organic materials scattered on the ground. A tiny yellow plastic ball hides in the canna lily plant to the far right corner… my toddler enjoys throwing these so much I can never get them to stay in one place. Close-up of dark, moist soil with white mycelium growth and small pieces of organic matter, surrounded by dried grass and plant material. - this is the Shaggy Manes patch.
December 7, 2025 at 12:20 AM
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Finally managed to get fresh wood chips for my King Stropharia mushroom spawn, which I have now ‘planted’. Hope it gives us lots of mushrooms. Picked out the place where I will put my wood blewits. Also got some compost for them but the kids were going crazy by […]

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My car boot filled with wood chips, a bag of compost, and a shovel, on a green tarp.
December 5, 2025 at 8:29 AM
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Pretty excited! #secretsantaaonz Thank you Santa, whoever you may be
Me holding my nicely wrapped parcel, with a cheesy smile on my face. I’m covering my address with my hand.
December 5, 2025 at 8:17 AM
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A few days ago I was saying I wanted to find out what the name of tawaka mushroom means.

I did. It’s because it grows on the tawa tree. Of course.

#mustodonnz #tereomaori
My hubby’s found which I’m 99% sure is tawaka, growing on a willow root by Waiwhetu river. It is a large brown mushroom that is darker brown in the middle, tan toward the outside, and dark and wrinkly around the edges. The willow root is surrounded by grass.
December 4, 2025 at 9:08 PM
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#tui #bloomscroling #harakeke #birds #birdwatching
A tūi feeding from one of two harakeke flower spikes, with green trees and hills, blue sky, a brown fence, and a garden shed in the background A tūi sits on the red flower spikes of the harakeke ,surrounded by wooden structures and greenery. In the background, there are mountains and a blue sky filled with clouds. The black shiny feathers reflect sunlight as the tui takes off in flight from the harakeke flowers, against a bright blue sky with scattered clouds. In the background, there are trees and a building. A tūi, appearing black with a white tuft visible under its neck, is perched on a tall plant with red flowers against a blue sky. In the background, there is a small house and some greenery.
December 4, 2025 at 9:01 PM
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RE: https://mastodon.nz/@maisiesummers/115640359456369504

Save NZ honey
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December 4, 2025 at 8:51 PM
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RE: https://social.vivaldi.net/@lproven/115644585805542729

Especially since interesting to those of us involved in nutrient run off, riparian planting, wetlands, and water quality.
December 1, 2025 at 6:42 PM
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Tawaka? Found in a willow root. If it is, we would like to taste it but can’t find any useful articles on whether it has lookalikes.

#mustodonnz #mushroomid #mushroomidentification
A hand holding two large, sliced mushrooms, showing their gills and stems, on a wooden cutting board. A knife is partially visible next to them. A large brown mushroom is displayed on a wooden surface, showcasing its gills and stem. A large, brown mushroom cap is held above a wooden cutting board. The underside is smooth with slight ridges, and the surface is slightly shiny. A pot is partially visible in the background. A close-up of a large, brown mushroom being held by fingers, with visible gills and a partially damaged stem. The background features a wooden surface and blurred kitchen items.
December 4, 2025 at 3:10 AM
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Haven’t bought it (yet) but the title. Lol. That’s what I’m doing too.
A green book cover titled "Green Living Book" featuring the subtitle "Building a Better World in Your Backyard." It includes illustrations of various sustainable living concepts such as water, plants, and energy. The authors, Paul Wheaton and Shawn Klassen-Koop
December 3, 2025 at 7:58 PM
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Main part of my #SecretSanta gift has already been crafted. Now for the edible part. This probably won’t give anyone many clues
An assortment of baking ingredients including a jar of baking soda, a bag of white chocolate melts, a container of golden syrup, and a bag of soft brown sugar, all placed on a dark countertop.
December 3, 2025 at 4:33 AM
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Man, poverty if fr’kn miserable.
December 3, 2025 at 12:25 AM