LETTER FROM THE EDITOR
WHAT’S ON YOUR MIND? Our feature on ‘Swedish death cleaning’ – having a clear-out now, rather than burdening family with all your clutter in later years – hit home with many. But as comments on the Australian Seniors Facebook page make clear, not everyone is convinced!
A s this latest issue goes to print, the Australian cricket team has just retained the Ashes, wrapping up the five-test series in England. The game made headlines throughout the contest – even non-cricket fans were drawn into the rivalry! It was perfect timing, then, to sit down with Australian cricket legend Allan Border, who won his first Ashes series as captain in 1989, and hear him reminisce about the game but, more importantly, share with us the new passions he’s discovering in life after cricket (page 20). We also had the incredible opportunity to chat with actress and humanitarian Marta Dusseldorp about how she manages to juggle her work, advocacy and family life (page 12); while comedian, actress and host extraordinaire Julia Zemiro opens up about what matters most to her (page 90). And make sure you check out our list of amazing tours and adventures waiting for you in your own backyard (page 42). Hopefully this issue brings inspiration and joy – and sparks your wanderlust. Let us know what you think at daremagazine@ mediumrarecontent.com
But it is so hard to do, it would be like saying goodbye to old friends.
I’m currently going through all my stuff and giving to op shops, my poor daughter-in-law doesn’t need to deal with my stuff as well as her mum’s when we go. I can’t do that to her.
I wish Mum would do this instead of collecting more stuff!
I’m happy for Mum to keep special things, but just wish she would get rid of the stuff that has no sentimental value, e.g. she really doesn’t need 25 empty yoghurt pots and 30 margarine containers!
You do get to a stage in life when you realise it’s better you get rid of stuff now. I’m 82 now, if the kids don’t want it, turf it – op shops love it.
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Camille Howard EDITOR-IN-CHIEF
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SEPTEMBER-OCTOBER 2023 DARE
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