We’re asking visitors to write and leave love letters to Wellington in the Te Upoko o te Ika a Māui exhibition at the Museum of Wellington City & Sea. The exhibition features people's stories and passion about the greater Wellington region. One letter per day is selected to add to this blog. We welcome and encourage conversation and feedback to each letter.
Love Letters to Wellington
Friday 5 July 2013
A New Years Eve rescue
On new years eve my partner jumped off a wharf in the dark to rescue a lady from drowning - he managed to get her to safety and she recovered... he was a bit tired after and keeps resolving to do more swimming and get fitter.
I still remember when, as a child, I attempted to save a friend's sister from going under at the Carterton public pool. She wasn't heavy but kept pushing me under as I tried to pull her to the pool's edge. Eventually I had to let her go - luckily the lifeguard appeared at that moment to save the day. I'm so appreciative to those who have/are able to save others in the water. It's definitely not an easy task!
I still remember when, as a child, I attempted to save a friend's sister from going under at the Carterton public pool. She wasn't heavy but kept pushing me under as I tried to pull her to the pool's edge. Eventually I had to let her go - luckily the lifeguard appeared at that moment to save the day. I'm so appreciative to those who have/are able to save others in the water. It's definitely not an easy task!
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