I find it fascinating that some memories remain crystal clear while others fade away, returning only when prompted by a familiar aroma, a few bars of a song, a comment from a family member or maybe a familiar landmark. For me, US Independence Day on 4 July is a day of crystal clear memories. It was the first day I was […]
Growing up, I adored watching Hollywood musicals. Singing in the Rain, High Society, An American in Paris, Meet Me in St Louis, West Side Story… anything with Judy Garland, Gene Kelly, Fred Astaire, Ginger Rogers, Debbie Reynolds, Cyd Charisse, Ann Miller. I’d faithfully record them on video cassette (if you remember those, you’re at least […]
Do you remember the last time you wrote someone a letter? You know, an old-fashioned, stamp-on-an-envelope letter. Since moving interstate six months ago, I have rediscovered the joy of sending and receiving personal, hand-written correspondence – particularly through my children. There’s something a bit special about putting pen to paper, overseeing a crayon scribble or […]
