Reflections on the Hostage situation in Sydney Australia

[old man emu]

The hostage situation that occurred in a coffee shop in the CBD of Sydney, Australia has created a lot of thought here and around the world.

I've penned my reflections on the incident in an attempt to give a view of the broader picture to those of you in Europe and the Americas who may not have had much interaction with the real Australian culture.

We are cosmopolitan people, not beer swilling, kangaroo roping rednecks bereft of any cultural refinement. We are smart, resourceful and true to our friends and neighbors. We seek peace and will put ourselves in danger to help others gain it.

Please read what I have written. Please circulate it amongst your friends and colleagues. Maybe you will think more of Australia than the "Down Under " place with sun, sand and prawns on the barby.

The Lindt Coffee Shop Incident:

Lindt Coffee Shop.txt

Old Man Emu