Prophets of hope beginning right now
Growing up in Proserpine was a simple thing. The big questions of my life were few. Could I get twenty coconuts pealed in time for… Read More »Prophets of hope beginning right now
Mental Health
nation to be proud of, gift to our children’s children.
Voice: Part 3 In October I will be voting ‘Yes!’ I have had the most privileged of lives. I am so lucky. I am loved… Read More »nation to be proud of, gift to our children’s children.
Noise and hustle, rush and bustle stopping life to the full.
I was out walking recently and two things got me thinking. Now, that in itself is strange because my walking is normally my chill out,… Read More »Noise and hustle, rush and bustle stopping life to the full.
Finding love, meaning and hope in the steps of our own via dolorosa.
The Via Dolorosa is traditionally believed to be the path Jesus trod carrying his cross to the Crucifixion on Good Friday. Recently during a Professional… Read More »Finding love, meaning and hope in the steps of our own via dolorosa.
Play: keeping balance, perspective and life
It was Christmas eve and I was home in Proserpine. My nephew Kieran and his lovely wife Jess had their children playing charades. It was… Read More »Play: keeping balance, perspective and life
Dad
One of my good friends is Principal of a large school. He affectionately calls me Br Lamington – at least I think it is affectionally.… Read More »Dad
Marathons
I’ve never climbed a mountain. I’ve sidled up many though. One of my great loves is to do a four or five day hike and… Read More »Marathons
Crossroads
What is a crossroad? It is a defining moment when we are faced with a decision to make – and the decision will help define… Read More »Crossroads
R U Ok
Over recent years we have heard the question, “Are you OK?” asked more and more. This simple question has become the centrepiece of media campaigns… Read More »R U Ok
Basin and Towel
I recently spent eight hours in the Emergency department of a large hospital. One of the Brothers got some sap in his eye while gardening.… Read More »Basin and Towel