Record of meeting 9 September meeting

Present

Terry, David C, Cath, Lynn, Leonie, Wendy, Elizabeth, Geoff

Apology – Helene … we’re missing you still !

Words of the day

Impunity = exempt from punishment, disregarding

Quiddity = real nature (of a thing); or fine distinction

Orientation = relative position, inclination, attitude

Excoriate = criticize, sensure; or remove part of skin

Malign = slander, speak evil of

Salubrity = enabling health, healthy

Adduce = quote, or cite as proof

Double-speak = obscure speech

Writing from W o D

The Usual Political Targets were attacked by the Usual Assailants (David, Terry, Geoff); Wendy urned a laugh with her tale; Leonie revealed medical infighting, and Cath wrote of (in)mates

Member works offered

Leonie brought us more of her period tales ; Terry continues with his detective drama -  we await more from both.

Homework

Elizabeth revealed more of farming life, focus on working dogs. David C on the hazards of single and/or post marital life. Leonie gave concern at the health systems, and how their government support is lacking.

Fast-write on topics including ‘after all these years’

Homework for 16 Sep

Message – “I have your key”