
It’s a little nod to Wayne’s World, but instead of ‘party time, excellent’ (if you are aware of the cult nineties classic) I will be diving into one WORD each day. It could be something I learned, something bizarre that happened, a favourite word that I have rediscovered or just a thought that won’t leave me alone.
If you’re joining in on today’s word, feel free to use this tag to connect your post to the series: #WaynesWord
Today’s word is FRAGILE.
Yesterday’s events at Bondi Beach were a stark reminder of just how fragile the world can be. Places we associate with sunshine, routine and safety can, in a moment, feel painfully different.
I used to live near Bondi Beach and walked along the promenade at least once a week, without a second thought, like so many others. It is extremely sad to see people being attacked for their religion or beliefs, innocent people and those caught in the crossfire. Things like this shouldn’t happen in Australia but these attacks really can happen anywhere and at any time.
In a fragile world, kindness, presence and looking out for one another matter more than ever. Bravo to the man who was able to disarm the perpetrator.
I’ll never understand hating people because they have a different belief system or skin tone, or because they speak another language or have a different gender identity. You’re correct, Wayne, it’s all so fragile and can disappear in the blink of an eye.
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I will never understand it either.
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Antisemitism through history has continually reivented itself…and racism isn’t new.A very sad state of affairs. Stay safe x
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Sad but true Joey x
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Shocking events
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this is so incredibly tragic. I’m so sorry and happy for that brave man who helped
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Oh I feel the same way Beth.
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We were so sorry to hear about this, Wayne. I don’t understand why some people carry out these vile, unhinged acts. The man who disarmed that monstrous shooter is absolutely a hero. You’re right, these things can happen anywhere now it seems.
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Yes that guy was amazing! Hopefully he will be ok. Thanks Lynette. It must have been so scary for those on the beach or nearby.
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Sorry to hear about that. It hits close to home for you. Terrible things some people do. Very sad.
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Thanks Jean, sad times all over the world.
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Yes, I was hoping for better from this century.
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I’d like to understand why it happened.
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Who knows. I’m guessing it’s influenced by what’s happening in Israel / Palestine at the moment, there was a Jewish celebration happening at the beach. All innocent people.
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Yes we’re starting to hear details now.
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