Placed Dad in palliative care today after sitting up him with all night last night. He is very fragile now, but feeling blessed to have shared so many quality moments with him over the years including many an early morning porridge cookup catching the golden first rays warmth of a winter sun followed by blissful days spent bush walking. He worked as a land surveyor in the New Guinea highlands and took us bush every chance he got, connecting us young with the spirit in mother nature. For me, this has been the single greatest influence in my life, setting me on the path of my dharma, which is to share in painting, photography and film the beauty of the world I see around me. Here's a photo of the last bush walk we did together on Lord Howe Island, April 2010. And a photo with mum, same trip. Mum is still very strong and has been integral in helping Dad through the challenges of recent months. Treasure every moment you get with your parents (and your children). XX Mikey
