Field of women

One of the great things about Blackwood is having a cenotaph and a little lawn in front of the Uniting and Church, and just beyond the roundabout.

The pink crosses there for today are for women who have died of breast cancer.

They are also having a 'spa and relaxation' day with lots of engaging things to do. Good attendance.

In the midst of all the traffic (traffic never ends) our litlle community Corowood Choir sang "You raise me up" and "What a wonderful world", both inspiring and appropriate songs for such an occasion.
I dragged myself out of my sick bed (horrible flue stuff and cold sores to boot) to try and sing, but I am afraid I was cracking on anything above a D.....as I was trying to warm up in the shower I realised what a difference having just a little bit of training means. Then youngest S Clark was in a similar predicament two recitals ago, but she managed to hold to the notes even though her throat was like gravel.
Ahhh to be young again.

Touched by an Idea

The youngest SC (and 120 others)had an a capella workshop yesterday with The Idea of North
What an amazing concert then followed with 5 very different choirs, ranging from our fantastic Chanterelle to a small ensemble of Mick Rostrevor boys who may not have been perfect but who threw themselves into it with such enjoyment and enthusiasm that they were a joy to behold.
The Idea themselves are a fantastic ensemble of four singers, who obviously love working with kids and getting them enthused about it. I mean I suppose they get paid for it, but what they have to give is just incredible.
I heard SC whisper to L (who is TION's number 1 fan) "Best day of my life!"