Creative Column – May 29th

I am saddened to announce that this is my last week working as a journalist on-the-ground in the Whitsundays for Life Publishing. Next week I will return home to Melbourne. These decisions are not made easily. I have loved the region for its beauty, and the community has been so gracious and welcoming. This has been a wonderful opportunity that I certainly won’t forget.  

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At certain points in our life we have to make tough decisions that come with a lot of apprehension and doubt but ultimately are important for our wellbeing.  

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I would like to thank my fellow editorial colleagues– Jacob, Victoria, Chelsea and Hannah – all rockstar journalists who inspire me through their work ethic and literary talent. I would like to give praise and thanks to our new editorial team leader – Suzanna McLoughlin who I know is going to do wonderful things for Life Publishing.  

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Thank you to all staff at Life Publishing Group -- Trish, Trisha, Georgia, Taylor, Camilla, Ruandi, Tania, Sherie, Jess, Jack and Marc. Thank you to Bec and Douth for building such a brilliant business that continues to inspire the region. Above all, thank you to Rachael for being an incredible mentor and leader.  

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Although my stint at Life Publishing was not the longest – it is certainly an experience that I will hold close to my heart.  

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This week’s poem is from English literary icon Lord Byron. It is called ‘So We’ll Go No More a Roving.’  

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Poet’s Corner

So We’ll Go No More A Roving by Lord Byron

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So, we'll go no more a roving

   So late into the night,

Though the heart be still as loving,

   And the moon be still as bright.

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For the sword outwears its sheath,

   And the soul wears out the breast,

And the heart must pause to breathe,

   And love itself have rest.

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Though the night was made for loving,

   And the day returns too soon,

Yet we'll go no more a roving

   By the light of the moon.

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