Author Archives: Beth Spencer

In memory of my mother, Iris Vera Florence Spencer (1.8.1921 — 27.8.2017)

Posted on October 14, 2017 by Beth Spencer

(This is from the eulogy I gave at my 96 year old Mum’s funeral on the 4th September, 2017 at Boronia Church of Christ in Victoria. There is also a wonderful slideshow of her life at the end, so feel … Continue reading →

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Happy Chinese New Year – and a poetry giveaway!

Posted on January 28, 2017 by Beth Spencer

Kung hey fa choi ! May the year of the fire Rooster be expansive and fun for you, may we find ways to connect and support each other as we meet the challenge of the wave of right-wing governments + corporate … Continue reading →

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Survival Day, Australia, January 26th

Posted on January 26, 2017 by Beth Spencer

Just a couple of things I want to [re]share today on 26th January: 229 years since Captain Cook raised the British flag on Cadigal land and claimed possession of the whole of the east coast for England… My favourite Invasion … Continue reading →

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