“Old Stick in the Mud” is a personal story written by Dick, at the age of 90 plus, to his grandchildren when asked “What was it like in the old days?” It is a gentle, humble story that conveys much of what makes Australia great today. Ordinary folk are the unsung heroes. Dick takes us on a journey through pioneering days of the northern wheatbelt of Western Australia, the dislocation of the Great Depression, his experience as a RAAF pilot in WW2, achieving a life held ambition to return to farming the land and his passion for gliding and music. His story chronicles love found, lost and found again and illustrates that happiness and fulfilment comes from the simple things and is there for all to achieve. “A tale of devotion, decency, dignity and diligence. May it inspire future generations to find their dreams.” Professor David Plowman A.M.
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