About Jo Bryant

I was born in the land of Banjo Paterson, gum trees, and weather extremes. I am a freelance writer. I live in the Bay of Plenty, New Zealand, but still like to claim my Australian heritage. I graduated with a Bachelor of Communications in 2008. I am writing my first novel. I love to write poetry, short stories, and also write for the web. And there is nothing that is on a par with a sunny summer's day spent at Waihi Beach.

Winnie – the – Pooh

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I was undecided about whether to include Pooh in the reading challenge. It was such a favourite as a child. Then I remembered the joy I found in the Hundred Acre Wood when my own children were small. In the … Continue reading

Travel Theme: Street Markets

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“Les Roulottes” While in Tahiti I discovered the rolling food trucks that are down at the port in Papeete from 6 pm at night. Reasonably priced food. Atmosphere. Entertainment. It is all there. A night food market that is a … Continue reading

New Zealand sky puts on the show of the year…

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Well  here you go…the focused shots of my evening spent watching with awe the New Zealand skies. Related post: Weekly Photo Challenge: Unfocused *** The Best Australian Blogs Competition People’s Choice voting is still open until May the 9th 5.00 … Continue reading

Weekly Photo Challenge: Unfocused

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Last night Chevvy and I went for our daily walk later than usual – so that we could enjoy the SUPERMOON. These shots are the ones that technically didn’t work because they are out of focus. But sometimes the imperfections … Continue reading

ANZAC – what it really means to an aussie/kiwi…

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As an Aussie/Kiwi ANZAC means much more than just the letters or the words they represent. Australian New Zealand Army Corps. To me those words represent a special breed. On the 25th of April each year we commemorate one of … Continue reading

The G of Aussie Slang

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G’Day – hello! G’Day cobber – hello good friend Gabba – Wooloongabba -  Brisbane Cricket Ground Gabster – radio talk show host GAFA (pronounced gaffa) – the enormous oblivion of the Australian Outback. Great Australian F**k All. Galah – Eolophus … Continue reading

Backyard bliss…

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I have a friend…well I do have more than one…but this one is something special. In lots of ways, but she has recently taken up or rather retaken up painting. And by all that is holy…she is good. Really good. … Continue reading

Weekly Photo Challenge: Two Subjects

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What an interesting theme. There are so many ways to interpret it. And here are mine… Maz – my friend’s dog…she is a sweetie. *** *** *** *** *** If you want to vote for Chronicles of Illusions just click … Continue reading

Best Australian Blogs 2012 Competition

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As I might have mentioned…Chronicles of Illusions has been nominated in the Lifestyle/Personal Blogs Category. It is also entered in the People’s Choice Awards. If you want to vote for Chronicles of Illusions just click on the pretty button above … Continue reading

The beach, ice cream, and one Demented Fox Terrier…

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The Demented Fox Terrier and I went for an outing to Waihi Beach. This is a spectacular beach about 20 minutes drive from my home. It goes on forever… And when the walking is done…the Demented Fox Terrier and I … Continue reading

Two things I want to share with you…

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1. This is my new mate…he visits via the bathroom window. The Praying Mantis is named for the typical “prayer-like” stance. They can turn their head 180 degrees for excellent vision and hearing. And they are quite fun to have … Continue reading

Sunday Post: Nature

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I have spent some time out on the harbour lately and it has renewed my fascination for birds. How they behave towards each other. As they find freedom in the air – I find it in their being. Isn’t that … Continue reading