It's Christmas. The season of twinkling lights, festive food, Carols by Candlelight and happy families. We've cleaned the house, decorated the tree, wrapped gifts for a never-ending list of family and friends, and slaved in the kitchen. Christmas is that magical time of the year when families get together to celebrate love, joy and … Continue reading Love, Joy and Peace
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Walking Together in Grief and Love
Our friend Barry passed away in the early hours of Easter Sunday. After a remarkably swift battle with cancer, we mourn his passing, yet at the same time, we are relieved that he is now at peace. We knew that the end was near. We hoped that his suffering would be over sooner rather than … Continue reading Walking Together in Grief and Love
Turning Points in the Life of Li Cunxin
"...one moment in time, by the thinnest thread of a chance, changed the course of a small boy's life..." On the weekend, we had the privilege of hearing Li Cunxin, artistic director of Queensland Ballet and author of Mao's Last Dancer (2003), speak at the University of Southern Queensland's (USQ) open day. We have seen … Continue reading Turning Points in the Life of Li Cunxin