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Marisa Parker
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Goodbye to Italia
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Words and Actions
When words fail us, our actions matter. Like words, actions do not have to be significant: few and targeted can be the start of what others can build upon. A movement of caring and compassion is needed in these troubled times; movement is defined as something slight, something stirring. Let us all stir and have a voice—no matter how small—if we see that diversity is being cast in a bad light instead of the understanding and openness that is required. If a rainbow did not have many colours, how could we appreciate its splendour? If we did not have different foods to taste, would we not become bored? As stated by Tolstoy, “… all the beauty of life is made up of light and shade”. At the end of World War 2, it was a time to start again; to look at what had gone wrong and not only promise to do better but imbue our everyday lives with this intent and to teach our children the error of our ways.
Book Excerpt
Goodbye to Italia
Over the next few days, I reacquaint myself with my old haunts and friends as well as previous business contacts. Sadly, some of my colleagues have not come back from the war. Our excited voices are interspersed with moments of respectful silence.
There are also many buildings that have been destroyed or are in very poor shape from all the bombings. The beautiful Italian architecture—what a waste. But now it is a time of rebuilding and planning for the future. Everyone is full of hope. This is the start of recuperation and revitalisation for everyone the world over, no matter what side of the war they were on. It is time to move forward and get on with life.
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