Just a Quick Salute

To the land “down under”, also known as Australia, I say hello. On this day in 1788 the first ship arrived at Botany Bay, delivering the cream of England’s convict population (yeah right) and sheep.

Australia, you have become a proud nation, far removed from your sorted beginnings. Though removed, your beginnings are woven deep into your very being and can never be truly forgotten.

You are a nation with humble beginnings, may you continue to grow and prosper. I say to you, G’day.

Ed Williams
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