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A Very Happy Woman lives down the street. I have met her several times but for some reason, her name has not stuck with me. It is something friendly, like Maisie or Daisy. It could be Georgia. I don’t think she knows my name either. She just … [Continue reading] about A Very Happy Woman
The revolting behavior of powerful American men has been in the news a lot in Australia. Even people who had never heard of Harvey Weinstein aren’t shocked, given his position in Hollywood. One friend said, “I was a bit surprised by the rapes, but … [Continue reading] about We All Know It’s Everywhere
00:00 We were instructed to use the toilet before entering the performance space. The piece will be 74 minutes, the woman in black said. If you have to wee during the show, you will not be allowed back in. Also, the piece will include four minutes … [Continue reading] about 74 Minutes
I am stuck in traffic on Thomas Street, thinking about missiles flying over the Pacific Ocean. I turn on the radio. One of the DJs is talking about the ruckus in his neighborhood. He lives near the beach in Scarborough where “there are apartments … [Continue reading] about Holding Pattern
Gay marriage is not legal in Australia. It is estimated that at least 70% of Australians support same sex marriage, and most politicians are also in favor. This month, citizens are receiving a one-question survey in the mail: Do you support a change … [Continue reading] about Downright Un-Australian