Thursday, September 30, 2010

Jade plants for good luck, prosperity and friendship

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According to the ancient Chinese practice of feng shui, the placement of a jade plant at the entrance to a home creates harmony and the flow...
Wednesday, September 29, 2010

Mulberries and silkworms

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Over a period of four years I've watched the seasons come and go in relation to a mulberry tree growing alongside the Maranoa River, nex...
Tuesday, September 28, 2010

Glenda matches people with books

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Although the Mitchell Library does not contain the number of books found in libraries servicing larger populations, we do have a librarian w...
Monday, September 27, 2010

Barter system alive and well in Mitchell

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In a community the size of Mitchell (around 900 people) giving and receiving cements feelings of belonging. A jar of home-made jam, a bunch ...
Sunday, September 26, 2010

My marimba 'buddy' and her boutique homeware store

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Our Mitchell Marimba Band has around 16 members, with Joy Foott our teacher. Usually we play two people per marimba, with one playing mid a...
Saturday, September 25, 2010

Aladdin's Cave of Artwork

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Now that the Landmark Art Show has finished, we've had the pleasure of hanging four new pictures on our walls. All are photos that symbo...
Friday, September 24, 2010

Snow White the egret symbolises peace

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Snow White the egret has been part of my daily walk along the river for over four years. I've learned her favourite haunts, seen her in...