I have always considered myself to be an earth-spirit being not particularly aligned with New Zealand or any country. I have traveled all over the world and always felt at peace wherever I was/am. However, given the recent events in Christchurch, with tears pouring from my heart, I uttered these words, “I am so proud to be a New Zealander.” Something I have never thought or spoken before. My pride and tears arise because: First, for our Prime Minister, Jacinda Ahern. She has