News from Linda and Leah

Recently I travelled to Durban in South Africa to attend the World Congress of Rural women as the recipient of a bursary from the Department of Primary Industries. I found that the majority of the 3,000 women attending had a high level of spontaneity, bursting into song with the least provocation, especially if there was a delay in proceedings during the congress. Not only did they sing freedom and gospel songs, they stood up and danced. Naturally I joined in. It was an amazing experience to be a part of.

Linda Harrington

Hi Sue,
I hope that you are well. Lots of news is happening with the Shmerlings. Thanks for the offer about adding to the blog.

In the last few months, I started a new job as a Trainer/Curriculum Advisor/Career Counsellor for a training organization and I love it. The work culture is really healthy and respectful, my manager is easy to work and is great and the staff is really friendly.

On Friday 22 June was Ilana's birthday. After being in London for close to 3 years, it's good to celebrate with her. The celebrations went on all weekend. It started with a lovely lunch at Babbles in Prahran and a family dinner which was a feast. On Sunday the immediate family went to an Indian restaurant and ate appetizing and tantalising food.Tammy has submitted her thesis and script for her Master of Creative Media - Film and Television. She now awaits her results. She left for Canberra over the weekend to commence work as a Program Co-ordinator for a television station. Her hard earned efforts have been worth it. Michy has completed her Diploma in Event Management this semester. She is currently in America as a camp counsellor in a Camp America program. She will then travel to Israel where she will travel and undertake an internship in Event Management. My husband is looking for one or two days work as a bookkeeper so if you know anyone that is looking for a good bookkeeper please contact me. So lots are happening with us. Here is a picture of the family.

Best regards,
Leah Shmerling

Leah also sends this:

I have booked tickets to: Priscilla Queen of the Desert - 'A' reserve tickets. Date: Sunday 7 October - first weekend of the show Time: 5 pm The tickets prices will be for groups of 20 or more at $85.50 PLUS $5.00 from each ticket to go to charity - Magen David Adom. This means that your ticket will cost $90.50, which is $10 off the normal price. Please encourage your friends/family to attend. Tickets are selling fast so I hope that we can all attend together and also donate to a great cause. Payment is due end of July.

I look forward to hearing from you,
Leah