Communion with Carmel
My birthname was Calogero, but you Carmel in your primary
school wisdom decided to Anglicise it to Colin. Colin, I have been in all
documents, in education, military service and to everyone who has known me.
although at home I was Coli. Ausie ausie ausie oi oi oi.
Food and Travel Carmel you were a Master Chef in
which Carmel’s Restaurant Ruled. You instinctively knew how to tantalise the
taste buds and whip up a feast at a moment’s notice. Hemingway titled his 20s Paris
memoir A Moveable Feast, and so it was for you at home and your travels abroad.
Many can attest to your hospitality and culinary delights.
Music Carmel you could hold a note in any
choir or operetta. In the annual Messiah concerts your Hallelujah was more
Handel than Leonard Cohen. Must confess I loved Leonard Cohen’s version.
Friends Carmel your friendships were wide and enduring,
and you worked at them and were admired for your efforts. They somehow fitted into
your busy schedules.
Diarist Your daily diaries were insightful and your
handwriting a sight to behold. Thank you for sharing them with us in May 2025.
Dylan famously wrote and sang to a Pope, Knock, knock
knocking on heaven’s door. I feel I’m knocking on heaven’s door.
Carmel you will be forever missed.
My deepest love.
Calogero Colin
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