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Love in a little black diary has a dedicated YouTube channel. To date, I’ve uploaded 23 videos, mostly short clips covering life, family, people, places and food.
Here’s a link to the Old Testament passage: Ecclesiastes 12:1-14.
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Hi Judy, you are truly an inspiration. I have enjoyed your blogs, learnt from your travels and referred back many times to your recipe pages, much to the joy of my family.
This recent blog of yours has been so interesting to read. Since our retirement the second time, I have found it difficult to find my purpose in life. However, I have found more time to read and since joining my local bookclub, My reading genre has expanded and now I have a better appreciation of the skill of writers such as yourself. I feel privileged to have been invited to your emailing list.
Keep writing! You are doing a wonderful job.
– SYLVIA
On How my writing dream became a reality: 10 years on, September 5, 2025
A remarkable effort of research and compilation, Judith – I’m jealous and thank you. My father’s service (NGH Croker 11th battery, 3rd anti-tank regiment) primarily as a P.O.W. – an extract from his debrief includes reference to the 3 months “long March” (estimated 800+km) through Europe being driven (but not in vehicles) as the German’s retreated while retaining their slave workforce, though very few that survived of the ‘000s that started were up to much by the end. That written, I am supposing I need to be a little more diligent, as you have been, identifying the relevant records and sources to fill the gaps in the history of my father. (Can’t do everything from the lounge chair!) Thank you.
– ALAN CROKER
On My father’s World War II army service: Completing the puzzle, July 16, 2023
Ah, Judith, your narrative is a masterstroke—interweaving art, history, and the indomitable spirit of the ANZACs. The debut of the AD Club artist is not merely timely; it’s a poignant reminder of the sacrifices etched into our collective memory. Your eloquence paints a vivid tableau, resonating deeply with those who value heritage and valor. In a world often forgetful of its past, your work stands as a beacon, ensuring that the echoes of bravery never fade. Bravo.
– RAY
On The ANZACs, an Ad Club & an artist: A timely debut, April 17, 2025
Wonderful reading again Judy. Thank you for sharing. Hope the holiday in Ireland was just as memorable as the journey minus the stress of Airport terminals. Such a small world – I’m sure ‘Annie’ would have been somewhere back there in the family tree. What an amazing meeting! Your ancestor certainly had a colourful 52 years on this earth! Glad Tony survived the wheelchair ride with Lucas! Lovely memories for you all. Kind regards to you both.
– BETTY JONES
On Airport drama, ancestry & a surprise meeting in Ireland, July 17, 2025
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