What happened?
Good intentions go out the window when life gets busy. I have been meaning to write here for ages and now attempt to explain why that has not happened.
Rita
At first glance Rita might not seem to be the sort of teacher you would want for your child and yet she probably is that teacher. Despite evident character faults it is hard not to like and even admire her. Start watching and you probably will not stop.
Altina, a non-alcoholic alternative?
It’s not quite the search for the Holy Grail, though perhaps a little Pythonesque, but the search for enjoyable non-alcoholic beverages has finally yielded results. We have now found non-alcoholic beers, cider, and wines that are enjoyably drinkable.
Becoming allies?
For many Australians January is becoming a time for reflecting on what and when might be appropriate for national celebration. January 26 has become awkward and contentious as a focus for celebration but it does invite reflection about our history, much of it long hidden from many of us, and current circumstances.
Seasonal greetings
We used to send Christmas cards but in recent years we have shared videos with a photographic record of the year. Here is our effort for 2023 with some additional reflections on the year.
Plausible(?) scam attempt
I sometimes amuse myself by baiting would be scammers. This one was different – polite, plausible, and let down by his barking dog.
It’s been a year
It was a year ago this past weekend that I began my journey with kidney cancer. I’m fortunate that it has gone so well.
Wildflower photographs
It took longer than usual to process photographs from our recent trip to Western Australia. The extra time was needed as I attempted to identify the many wildflowers I photographed.
Tracking well
It’s now a bit more than 6 months since I had major surgery to remove my cancerous kidney. All the signs are positive. I’m healed, clear of cancer, and feeling fitter.
Yes, not No
I’ll be voting Yes but I wonder what the referendum debate might be telling us about Australia. That so many people seem to be believing misinformation being sown by the No campaign is worrying for our future.