“Kintsugi is the Japanese art of repairing broken pottery with golden lacquer. It teaches us to embrace damage and flaws.” — ManGill. For most of my adult life I have helped repair the sick. Many had their lives suddenly shattered and altered forever. It was a job at which I was quite good. Recently, the… Read more

“Every wind is fair when you are flying from misfortune…” Sophocles Melissa and I have spent the past week chasing impressionist art across Victoria. We actually encountered more than we bargained for. Just outside Swan Hill we saw signs for a Flying Boat Museum. I was excited, Melissa was indulgent. Lake Boga is a nearly… Read more

“Tableau le Labartoire sur Princess-Alice” Louis Tinatyre King Albert I of Monaco devoted much of his life and wealth to oceanography. In particular he led an annual exploration to the Azores on his yacht Princess-Alice. On board such trips were leading scientists in the relevant disciplines, as well as renowned chefs, artists, musicians and celebrities.… Read more