Stepping out of my comfort zone

24 May 2013

Tonight I'm going speed dating. For the first time. 
No expectations, so I guess I can't be disappointed!

Stay tuned!

Pet hates

OK, it's got to be said. I absolutely hate bad spelling and grammar. What makes it even worse though, is when it's in the press. 

Whether it be news websites, social media, emails or even text messages, I simply can't stand it.

Why use the English language if you're going to butcher it.

Apostrophes!! Do they not teach children about their use any more?

There, their, and they're.

You're and your.

If you bring it you brought it, if you buy it you bought it. It's not that hard!!

So-called marketers and social media experts that can't spell - please people - pay more attention and use more care!!

Taking the plunge

Thursday, 16th May 2013

OK, so here goes. This is my blog. I've never done this before! This blog is musings on my life and what I observe around me. I might have a rant and rave sometimes, but doesn't everyone?

Who am I?
I'm Amanda. I'm 42 years old and live in Invercargill, Southland, New Zealand. It's a place that I never would have imagined that I would live. But here I am. One day I might tell you what brought me here.....

I work for the local Community Access Radio Station - Radio Southland. It is, quite possibly, the best job I've ever had! It certainly doesn't feel like work most days.

"Choose a job you love, and you will never have to work a day in your life."

Confucious 

The above quote is certainly true for me in this job!! I get to work with a couple of lovely guys, meet rather interesting people, AND have my own radio show; something that I've always wanted to do. Radio has been a passion for as long as I can remember!