During the festive season we know about spreading goodwill towards mankind but goodwill should be universal and spread to encompass everything on our planet. Below is an excerpt from a speech presented by the Princess Alia Foundation reminding us how kindness … Read More
The Tree of Life and The Origin of The Christmas Tree 5000 Years of History I wonder if we all realise the significance behind the Christmas tree. When the Fathers of the Christian Church in AD 340 decided upon an … Read More
I thought it might be nice to begin the week by sharing one of the many reminders pinned to the notice board in my office. So just for today I’ll share … ‘JUST FOR TODAY’- JUST FOR TODAY I will live … Read More
Does evolution explain the foundations for morality, or undermine the foundations? Do we still have the disposition to treat other humans and our beloved animals with the empathy and understanding they deserve? We all have much to think about! Below … Read More
At one point or another, we’ve all probably had a moment of regret for a foolish mistake. We may have wished for the moon, then bombarded ourselves with, ‘if only I could have done that or that should have happened to … Read More
The Sunshine Coast Authors Book Fair Carmel and Jude with her wonderful art North of Brisbane, the 48km coastal stretch bound by Caloundra to the south and Noosa Heads to the north is called the Sunshine Coast. The name conjures … Read More
Do you remember ‘The Selby Stud’ Ohio? Adapted from ‘Arabian Exodus’ by Margaret Greely Sometimes there are people and horses who remain vivid and real in your memory forever. The Selby Stud, for me, represented a focused commitment to a specific type … Read More
It’s a horsy week with Equitana beginning in Sydney on the 10th so what better way to join in than celebrate what we love about horses. As a horse person, there are many moments that define everything you strive to … Read More
CARMEL ROWLEY BOOKS at EQUITANA Sydney (10th -13th November) Just a quick mention that all three of my books: ‘Tails Carried High” “Voices in the Wind” & “Danika and Yatimah from Egypt to the Outback” will be available at EQUITANA … Read More
Jacques-Laurent Agasse for Thursday Art-Day I have become quite addicted to the artists of the 1700 and 1800’s, their art not only reminds us of their slower pace of life but it also speaks of their ability to REALLY see the beauty around … Read More