Such wonderful lessons in this piece, Ann.

Prior to Covid, the pace of the world was so frenetic, and during the lockup, a certain calm reigned and we, most of us, that is, experienced a newfound calm.

We travelled from Queensland to Canberra just prior to border closures, a LONG way, and roads were virtually empty. It was amazingly peaceful. I wanted that to continue for the rest of my life.

For quite a few months we 'borrowed' a friend's church house way out in the country.

I can't even begin to describe the peace I felt in those months.