Ategotena (meaning greetings in my tokples)

Welcome to my blog site....My name is Ethel Paine and I originally come from Begabari Village in the North Coast area of Oro Province in Papua New Guinea. Born and raised in a tiny family village called Deu where forests, creeks and rivers were a playground for me as a kid , I naturally developed my sense of adventure and the likings of nature.

My sense of adventure and curiosity has seen me travel extensively in my home land Papua New Guinea and Internationally. In my blogsite you will find the stories of my travel/ adventure experiences and stories from my nasi ( Village).



















Friday, April 22, 2011

Visiting the Hales


January 28th -5th February 2011
This blog is dedicated to my fellow Papua New Guineans who have come to work and know Doug and Sharon. I know that their (Doug & Sharon's) tiny ways have heartened individuals lives.


The last time I farewelled the Hales was December somewhat date in 2008. Their going-finish to return to their home land Willows Valley in the Central Hawkes bay after 10 years of education consultancy work with IEA was an emotional moment for those that worked with and grew fond of the couple.
My reunion visit with them on their farm home after 2 years was such a lovely moment. It certainly brought great memories of their times in PNG.
Thank you Doug and Sharon for a very pleasant hospitality!












Doug and Sharon's Farm home.

You can find chooks, ducks, sheep, cows and the friendly Shaz (Dog) on the farm.


Porangahau School where the Hales currently are working.
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