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Mistified
Chapter 10

Reluctant Acceptance of an Invitation

In an attempt to smooth over the ire feelings I
expressed about Nana Grace, Aroha announced that she
wanted to invite both the Professor and me to a special
Maori event. It was to be a celebration on her family
marae (meeting grounds) and guess who would be
going with us. Yup, Nana Grace.

I’m like, I don’t think so, but Aroha was insistent on
how much I will love her - if I tried to get to know her.
The Professor seemed to be intrigued about going and
finally meeting his elusive neighbor, so I was out-voted.
A plan was made to go the next Saturday. So, I’m
thinking, well I guess one day wouldn’t hurt. There
would be lots of people around and it would definitely
be a new, possibly interesting experience.
Just as I’m feeling comfortable about the idea,
Aroha announced, “Oh, by the way, since it is a long
journey we are staying overnight in the wharenui
(meeting house).

She continued to explain that at night mattresses
were set up on the floor of the wharenui and everyone
would sleep there. The accommodations were simple
but cozy.

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