At this time of year, I am uplifted to see, around the site, so many Members, new and old (and likewise with their Memberships), enjoying a joke, sharing and making friendships.
I have hesitated to share with the General Membership the news that on 30th May past, I lost my wife of 24 years, Elaine, who had struggled with Systemic Lupus and other illnesses for 21 years (I was her Carer). Hesitated to mention it here now, as I know it will sadden some people I hold dear, at a time of celebration and family ties.
BUT (and we all know that Wizard's butt is seldom far behind him), I feel it better for me to get this out in the open, because I am of no use to anyone if I am not looking after Numero Uno.
In the Southern Downs part of Queensland, Australia, where we live (and I will be saying "we" for a long time yet), as well as this time of year, we have a Christmas in July celebration. It was never more Christmassy then on Friday 17th July 2015, when Stanthorpe had its first snow in 34 years. We had bought a block of land and later built our home on it, and here are pictures resulting from a kind neighbour who took a bale of hay and transformed it.
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During this season, I take comfort from a part of the signature of my dear friend Brian @Condobloke , which says, in part
Do remember the "speak kindly" part for around the Forum, won't all of you?
Have a joyous season, and a safe and Happy New Year, and I look forward to seeing you all in 2023.
Chris Turner
wizardfromoz
I have hesitated to share with the General Membership the news that on 30th May past, I lost my wife of 24 years, Elaine, who had struggled with Systemic Lupus and other illnesses for 21 years (I was her Carer). Hesitated to mention it here now, as I know it will sadden some people I hold dear, at a time of celebration and family ties.
BUT (and we all know that Wizard's butt is seldom far behind him), I feel it better for me to get this out in the open, because I am of no use to anyone if I am not looking after Numero Uno.
In the Southern Downs part of Queensland, Australia, where we live (and I will be saying "we" for a long time yet), as well as this time of year, we have a Christmas in July celebration. It was never more Christmassy then on Friday 17th July 2015, when Stanthorpe had its first snow in 34 years. We had bought a block of land and later built our home on it, and here are pictures resulting from a kind neighbour who took a bale of hay and transformed it.
and
During this season, I take comfort from a part of the signature of my dear friend Brian @Condobloke , which says, in part
Do remember the "speak kindly" part for around the Forum, won't all of you?
Have a joyous season, and a safe and Happy New Year, and I look forward to seeing you all in 2023.
Chris Turner
wizardfromoz
Your cat Ezio pops up on my wallpapers from time to time, and he costs me nothing to feed, and no kitty litter.
