Two nights ago, two gunmen shot and killed 15 people, and wounded at least 42 more. This happened at Bondi beach, where a Chanukah by the Sea event was taking place to celebrate Hannukah. The nation is in shock. For decades, since our strict gun controls came into law after the Port Arthur Massacre in … Continue reading When Horror Strikes
Year: 2025
Poem of the Forgotten Christmas
Where is the story this Christmas? Does it lie In themes left dormant Under trees Or hidden beneath The tinsel and baubles of non-existent snow? Do themes of wonder Not resonate In minds that vibe To soundbites filled With songs That only reminisce of feelings never felt? Have we hidden hope Beneath myths Made up … Continue reading Poem of the Forgotten Christmas
Stuff That’s Turned Upside Down
Back in February, I wrote several posts about the appointment of a well known antivaxer to head up the US Health and Human Services agency. At the time, I was utterly gobsmacked that a once rational country could even consider such a thing, yet the head of state nominated him, and then he was passed … Continue reading Stuff That’s Turned Upside Down
Lament For The Innocents
Where is the sorrow for the innocents? Where are the flags half-mast in mourning? Do they seep into the consciousness Of those whose rights define their lives? Or do they float, Like bubbles caught in accidental winds, That burst their iridescence Before distracted eyes observe? What worth do lives of innocents, Have in times where … Continue reading Lament For The Innocents
Chaos, Division, and Selfishness
Today, my husband and I had parked our car, and were walking to visit the Newcastle Medieval Festival for a bit of fun. We knew there were a number of protests planned across the nation, for a variety of reasons, and had checked up on where they were meeting, and knew we'd drive past the … Continue reading Chaos, Division, and Selfishness
How You Feel When You Work In Health, And You See Your Friends Post Derogatory Memes About Mainstream Healthcare
One of the things that happens when you work in healthcare, is that you meet a lot of people. When you also work in small towns with transient populations, you meet even more. That means, that when you've been around for a while, many of the people that you know come from very different ideological … Continue reading How You Feel When You Work In Health, And You See Your Friends Post Derogatory Memes About Mainstream Healthcare
When Adults Sound Like Children
In case you've been under a rock this week, you might not have noticed that the Donald Trump/Elon Musk brotherhood/friendship appears to be over. Obviously they're not Australians, but because what happens in the US affects the rest of the world, it's been widely reported on here. And also, if you're on any kind of … Continue reading When Adults Sound Like Children
Reminder
I've been watching The Handmaid's Tale, and am towards the end of Season Four. If you're watching and don't want any spoilers, then don't read on. I've reached the point where the Waterfords are leaving a courtroom in Canada, to the sound of cheers from a crowd, who are holding signs praising them. It reminded … Continue reading Reminder
The Election Is Now Done – A Political Analysis By Someone With No Qualifications, But Only Thoughts….
Last night, I confess to awaiting for Australia's election results with some trepidation. This morning, I am feeling significantly relieved, but of course, that's because the side I didn't want to win, didn't. Obviously, I am not everyone, so others will be feeling completely the opposite. I'm typing while listening to a program called 'Insiders' … Continue reading The Election Is Now Done – A Political Analysis By Someone With No Qualifications, But Only Thoughts….
Easter Sunday
For Christians, Easter Sunday is all about hope. It's the time of year when we remember that the resurrection is, for us, the hope of good things to come. I blog about my faith sometimes, and other times I don't, but for me, it's the thing that informs the rest of me. I've heard people … Continue reading Easter Sunday
Leonie Rogers 