In this photo are two of my favourite shops of the 1960s, in Brunswick Street, Fitzroy (between Argyle and Kerr Streets). On the left was Nick's milk bar where I shopped for my parents and bought lollies, drinks and ice creams almost on a daily … [Continue reading] about Nick’s and Eve’s Shops
Fitzroy Characters
This fellow was walking along Brunswick Street towards Alexander Parade, in Fitzroy the other day and I couldn't resist taking his photo. I'd loved to have developed my current interest in street photography as a kid back in the 1950s and 1960s … [Continue reading] about Fitzroy Characters
Light at the End of the Tunnel
There is light at the end of the tunnel because I've just received the last few chapters of my memoir to correct. After eight drafts, I'll have a 'fair dinkum' one, hopefully that's readable. The next step is to go over the manuscript a couple of … [Continue reading] about Light at the End of the Tunnel
History: 357 Brunswick St Fitzroy
Researching my memoir on Trove (online Australian data base), I discovered the following snippets from newspapers in the late 19th century about my former home in Fitzroy, 357 Brunswick Street (Kon's fish shop - near the corner of Kerr … [Continue reading] about History: 357 Brunswick St Fitzroy
A Reflection on Relationships
I've worked on my memoir for several years and interviewed many friends, family, and relatives. Since then one family member, and at least three of my relatives interviewed passed away. A few days ago a childhood friend also passed away. She was my … [Continue reading] about A Reflection on Relationships