Geoffrey Smart on an ABC documentary, screened on the 27th November, quoted T. S. Elliot’s ‘still point’ and discussed the value of the written word as opposed to music as opposed to painting. He said it wasn’t until he realized … Continue reading
As I drive over Rooney’s Bridge, the moon’s golden face smiles across the mangrove tree and mudflats, emphasizing their absorption of light. The mudflats, however, eagerly await the dancing tread of the gods. I’m sure if I left the huddle … Continue reading
The traffic lights are on red for the cars coming from every direction. Even the train lights are crimson. To the west, the dying orange glow of the sinking sun colours a sky not yet turned indigo. The lights change … Continue reading
Humans like to think they operate mainly using reason but the truth is we don’t give anywhere near enough recognition to the primitive brain and its effects on our emotions. It’s a rare story that succeeds even though the characters … Continue reading
Suicides are such tragic affairs. The event causes a ripple that passes over many people. What are the parents thinking? Do they feel guilt; a belief that they could have helped somehow? Did they even know that their son, or … Continue reading
It’s strange to hear on the news that Robert Hughes is dead. He has been making outrageous statements all my artistic life. The greater the number of people that die, who have impinged on my life, the faster life’s stream … Continue reading
Fantasy At its best, fantasy is a reflection on character. It is a vehicle for fundamental truths. It is an excellent tool for the author who seeks understanding of self and of society. It portrays humanity’s bigotry, racism, fanaticism, blindness, … Continue reading
Yet again, the spell checker is fighting me with my attempt at discourse. In my desire to communicate, I am trying to use several big words that it knows I am unable to spell correctly. I know people whose lips … Continue reading
I don’t think those who live in countries such as England, Ireland, or Wales, understand the verdancy, vibrancy, or glamour of the greens, with which nature blesses us. When it hasn’t rained for three months and the landscape has turned … Continue reading
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In November 2012, thousands flocked to far north Queensland from all over the world to view the full eclipse. In Townsville, we knew there’d only be a partial eclipse, but still some of us thought this event important enough to … Continue reading
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