Today marks the anniversary of the 1788 arrival of the First Fleet of British Ships at Port Jackson, NSW.
In present-day Australia, celebrations reflect the diverse society and landscape of the nation, and are marked by community and family events, reflections on Australian history, official community awards, and citizenship ceremonies welcoming new immigrants into the Australian community.
Today is usually met with mixed emotions! Some sad and angry for the invasion of their
land, some happy and cheerful to be privileged to live in this beautiful country we call our
home.
For me the meaning of Australia day means Lamingtons, Meat Pies, Family BBQ's,
Sausages on the Bar- B, The Australian Flag, Beaches, Pools, Music, Being with Friends
and Family, Pavlova's, Thongs, Zinc, Drinks, Celebrations, Slip n Slides, People being
sworn in for citizenship, outdoors, .... The list is endless..
Its also means to me to be
Patriotic, to be Proud to be an Australian, feeling grateful to be able to live in such a great
country full of warmth, sun, beaches, freedom and the vast opportunities that Australia has
to offer.
Today we stayed at home, my hubby and I enjoying a few drinks and a cheese platter, the tunes playing in the back ground then a quietly, but competitive game of who could throw the boomerang the best and have it actually come back! Bahaha this was sooo funny! Hot Dogs for dinner and reflection with our Boys on what is Australia Day.
Never take for granted for one minute – especially with the horrific events that has occurred of late that you were born into a country like Australia. That you will be raised with love, opportunity & support. That we live in a wonderful amazing country where we are free and free from war. Now that, right there, deserves to be celebrated. Be Proud! Aussie Aussie Aussie! Oi! Oi! Oi!.
How did you celebrate Australia Day? What does Australia Day and being Australia mean to you?
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