A Sudden Silence
Despite the distance between my home in Sydney and Patsy’s in Lismore, over the last few years, I’d become consciously aware of my older and last remaining sister’s daily routine. … Read the rest “A Sudden Silence”
A New Set Of Wheels
Based on some previous blog articles, a story about my use of a mobility scooter has appeared in the latest copy of the Amputees NSW journal, “Amputee Journal” (Edition 40, … Read the rest “A New Set Of Wheels”
5 Things to Do in Lismore on Saturdays
An unplanned trip to Lismore, particularly when dealing with difficult family matters (family funeral planniing), can leave little time for personal planning. So if you should ever find yourself in … Read the rest “5 Things to Do in Lismore on Saturdays”
The strange sound of being called, “Sir”
My last haircut in Lismore was at a familiar spot, though by a new face: the forty-something son of a cousin. “Oh yeah, so your mum is Shirley?”, I said. … Read the rest “The strange sound of being called, “Sir””
A Funky Night at the Lismore Bowlo
As I walked into the Lismore Bowlo, the sounds of “Heading in the Right Direction”, a song made famous by Renee Geyer were already drifting through the air. Hearing that … Read the rest “A Funky Night at the Lismore Bowlo”
Sunday afternoon jazz
This afternoon, the Old Fitzroy pub in Darlinghurst was the perfect backdrop for a Sunday roast. A jazz band filled the air with a mix of familiar tunes and less-known … Read the rest “Sunday afternoon jazz”