Barbara Andrews | Public figure
Barbara Andrews
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25.01.2022 As we both grew I was rapidly growing past my twin but our close bond remained strong. Please feel free to comment if you have read Twin Connections.
24.01.2022 As we grow into our twilight years we think back over our long life more often, maybe because we are alone and have more time on our hands. I often recall the twelve years my husband Bob contracted Dementia. It is impossible to know how much this evil disease changes our lives unless you live it yourself. Dementia is a heartbreaking illness which touches many many people and I decided to write about my experience to hopefully help the many families who are at the moment going through this heartache. I have had numerous feedback from these people who tend to think they are on their own during this time. You can read my book at --- Intertype.com.au/my-journey-with-dementia/
22.01.2022 When you visit my page please like and share before you leave. I would be very grateful. Have a nice day.
21.01.2022 I received the most thoughtful, meaningful gift from my daughter Yvonne for Christmas. She made me a cushion and somehow added photos of Rocky and I. I was thinking of him all morning and then this. I lost it completely when I saw it. I will treasure it forever, it means the world to me.
21.01.2022 I am in the process now of updating my book of poetry titled Reflections In Verse as since it was published I have written many more poems.
21.01.2022 I will be adding another photo from my book Twin Connections on Monday. After reading our story Im sure you will think the same as me, that us humans have more powers than we realize. It is a fascinating subject. You may purchase our story on intertype.com.au/twin-connections/
20.01.2022 Hi everyone, my new book Twin Connections is a story of my life with my twin brother Rockney. Within the book I detail the many unexplainable incidents which occured throughout our life. The book was written with a deep love as a tribute to Rockney. Most of the stories within the book I have never spoken about as they were truly unbelievable but now I have revealed all. They were even more unbelievable because Rockney was born with Downs Syndrome and was severely handicapped both physically and mentally. How many of them occured I will never know, all I know for sure was he was a very special person and I feel privileged that he shared his life with me. Twin Connections is available at intertype.com.au/twin-connections/ Please feel free to like and share my page.
19.01.2022 I haven't posted for quite some time but we have never experienced anything like what is going on worldwide. I was so angry about all the deaths in the world and how everyone's life has been turned up-side-down I sat down a few days ago and put my thoughts in words. This is what's on my mind. I Hate You covid 19!... I was always taught never to hate But I'm hating big time now You, Convid 19 But we'll beat you anyhow. You've killed so many people In every country worldwide You continue to cause devastation To the families of those who have died. You won't even let them say goodbye Now you're evil deed is done Their pain is so deep for the rest of their lives Yes covid 19, you've won. You've turned the whole world up-side-down T'was your plan right from the start You've ruined the lives of many And still you keep loved ones apart. We thought we might stay free of you But you hitched a ride and got in You didn't care how you got here To further your terrible sin. You even killed on your travels By road or sea or air You knew just how to do it To cause the most despair. You're so gutless you target the vulnerable The elderly and the sick Even innocent children You don't care who you pick. There is so much worry and loneliness Mental heartache too So many have lost their livelihood But that doesn't bother you. We are watching out for one another And together we will win We will beat you Convid 19 Love is stronger than sin. In the meantime yes, you're causing pain But that won't last too long We're pulling together to beat you You'll be stopped for all your wrong. Yes, I really hate you covid 19 And I'm very proud to say We are stopping all your evil soon And sending you on your way.
17.01.2022 Hi everyone. It looks as though we have beaten Covid but still we need to be aware that it can strike again anywhere at any time. However we are now back to a normal life and I hope it stays that way. My book Twin Connections is on my mind more than ever this week as on Saturday it wil be sixteen years I have been without my much loved twin. This book is not only of interest for twins, it is a story of our life together and the unexplainable events which happened so often over our sixty-one years on this earth. The book is packed with photos taken throughout those precious years. You will be amazed when you read what my precious brother coped with throughout his life. On Saturday I will post our very first photo at the age of six weeks. To read this amazing story of an amazing person go to --- Intertype.com.au/twin-connections/
17.01.2022 If in these uncertain times and would like a human interest story to pass the time, have a look at my story, Twin Connections. Click on intertype.com.au/twin-connections/
17.01.2022 I havent posted for quite some time but we have never experienced anything like what is going on worldwide. I was so angry about all the deaths in the world and how everyones life has been turned up-side-down I sat down a few days ago and put my thoughts in words. This is whats on my mind. I Hate You covid 19!... I was always taught never to hate But Im hating big time now You, Convid 19 But well beat you anyhow. Youve killed so many people In every country worldwide You continue to cause devastation To the families of those who have died. You wont even let them say goodbye Now youre evil deed is done Their pain is so deep for the rest of their lives Yes covid 19, youve won. Youve turned the whole world up-side-down Twas your plan right from the start Youve ruined the lives of many And still you keep loved ones apart. We thought we might stay free of you But you hitched a ride and got in You didnt care how you got here To further your terrible sin. You even killed on your travels By road or sea or air You knew just how to do it To cause the most despair. Youre so gutless you target the vulnerable The elderly and the sick Even innocent children You dont care who you pick. There is so much worry and loneliness Mental heartache too So many have lost their livelihood But that doesnt bother you. We are watching out for one another And together we will win We will beat you Convid 19 Love is stronger than sin. In the meantime yes, youre causing pain But that wont last too long Were pulling together to beat you Youll be stopped for all your wrong. Yes, I really hate you covid 19 And Im very proud to say We are stopping all your evil soon And sending you on your way.
16.01.2022 Hi, on this nice sunny day in Warragul my new website is now up and running. Both my books My Journey With Dementia and Twin Connections are now available for purchase at a discounted price which also includes free postage anywhere in Australia. Check it out at barbaraandrewsauthor.com
16.01.2022 It is the festive season, almost Christmas but so many fellow Australians are not only suffering the extreme heat but threatening bush fires. Two volunteer fire fighters, heroes, have lost their lives today, they wont be spending Christmas with their families. This is so sad and I cant get it off my mind. In Southern Victoria we have had plenty of rain and the countryside looks beautiful. My hometown of Cockatoo is beautiful with lush green growth and looks so inviting and ...peaceful and I am hoping beyond hope that this summer which has just begun is not a repeat of Ash Wednesday. My Christmas wish is that the fires are put out and all the fire fighters are able to enjoy Christmas with their families like the rest of us. I am also thinking of the many families who have lost their homes and all their belongings and have to start again. My wish is for everyone to have a happy Christmas. See more
16.01.2022 Im busy gathering up all the poems I have written since my book of poetry was published almost twenty years ago. I am planning to make it unique with my deepest thoughts dotted throughout. On this dull cold day this poem may be appropriate. Remember! The sun is always shining Even on the darkest day... A gentle breeze will come along And blow the clouds away. The sun will then shine down on you And a gentle shower of rain Will wash away your troubles And you will smile again. Have a nice day.
14.01.2022 I spoke to a group of stroke victims yesterday about my book Twin Connections. I didn't feel nervous but maybe I was because when I confidently, I thought, stepped out of my car I fell forward on all fours on the nature strip. There was nothing to trip on but I fell anyway and my handbag went flying. I picked myself up and confidently, I thought, walked to my destination. I went to the office as I was asked to do, but I wasn't expecting the reception I recieved. I felt qu...ite calm but I was instantly asked if I was okay. I answered yes but they took no notice and wanted to get me a cup of tea telling me I was shaking. As I was telling them of my fall I looked at my hands which were out of control. I was told I was in shock and needed to at least sit down but I insisted I felt fine. There is an advantage to looking aged I guess as everyone wants to help and make sure you're okay. Consideration for the elderly. Anyway I couldn't believe how successful my talk was, I wasn't expecting it at all. Out of this I have been asked to give a talk on my book at the local library which is in the process of being organised. It was a pleasure to tell Rock's story to such nice people, even though he is no longer here, through his story he is still helping people which is very satisfying to me. See more
14.01.2022 My twin brother and I about 15 months old. Even at this young age I was always concerned for him. I am so pleased I wrote our story. It is a story of a deep love. Check it out at intertype.com.au/twin-connections/
13.01.2022 We are almost half way through January 2020, no wonder Im ageing so quickly. On 9th of January my grandaughter Mikkaela presented me with my 7th great grandchild, another beautiful grandson. Makes me feel extremely old but also extremely proud. Ill post another photo from my book Twin Connections tomorrow. It is available at intertype.com.au/twin-connections/ Please share this page. Thankyou!
12.01.2022 Havent posted for quite a while, at times life becomes busy and takes over. I have been asked to talk to a group of stroke victims on Tuesday of next week about my book Twin Connections. I was puzzled as to how ever can my story benifit stroke victims. After it was explained to me I understood completely. I was told some had lost the power of speech and found it hard to communicate so their frustration was high. My story tells of how Rocky never uttered a word in his life b...ut he coped with everything that was happening to him purely because he didnt understand what was happening so he didnt dwell on it. He taught me to live in the now, from day to day and not worry about what may happen in the future as it may not happen anyway. This request proves to me that different people recieve a different message from what they are reading. If Rocky can still help people who need it I will help him do just that. Please like and share my page and have a nice day. See more
12.01.2022 Heres my nostalgic photo. This is my mate Rockney sitting in our back yard at Cockatoo with our dog Champ sitting on his knee. In the background you can see Mums chookpen. As a child I spent so much time sitting by that chookpen watching the chooks. I was fascinated by them. I grew to love them so much that to this day I have never eaten chicken, probably stupid but my memories from way back wont allow me even to taste chicken. It is amazing how a photo as old as this can trigger memories instantly. Memories of our life are stored in our brain forever and if we dont put pen to paper, or fingers to the keyboard, they will go with us when we leave this earth and so will Australian history. Back to photos from my book Twin Connections next time.
11.01.2022 Haven't posted for quite a while, at times life becomes busy and takes over. I have been asked to talk to a group of stroke victims on Tuesday of next week about my book Twin Connections. I was puzzled as to how ever can my story benifit stroke victims. After it was explained to me I understood completely. I was told some had lost the power of speech and found it hard to communicate so their frustration was high. My story tells of how Rocky never uttered a word in his life b...ut he coped with everything that was happening to him purely because he didn't understand what was happening so he didn't dwell on it. He taught me to live in the now, from day to day and not worry about what may happen in the future as it may not happen anyway. This request proves to me that different people recieve a different message from what they are reading. If Rocky can still help people who need it I will help him do just that. Please like and share my page and have a nice day. See more
11.01.2022 Good morning everyone. I thought I would add a couple of photos each week which are in my book Twin Connections . This is the very first photo of my brother and I at six weeks old, many many years ago. I was so privileged to have shared my life with him. Twin Connections is available from intertype.com.au/twin-connections/
10.01.2022 Within the next few days both Twin Connections and My Journey with Dementia will be available from my personal website at a discounted price. There will be a free gift with every book sold. Watch this space.
08.01.2022 I spoke to a group of stroke victims yesterday about my book Twin Connections. I didnt feel nervous but maybe I was because when I confidently, I thought, stepped out of my car I fell forward on all fours on the nature strip. There was nothing to trip on but I fell anyway and my handbag went flying. I picked myself up and confidently, I thought, walked to my destination. I went to the office as I was asked to do, but I wasnt expecting the reception I recieved. I felt qu...ite calm but I was instantly asked if I was okay. I answered yes but they took no notice and wanted to get me a cup of tea telling me I was shaking. As I was telling them of my fall I looked at my hands which were out of control. I was told I was in shock and needed to at least sit down but I insisted I felt fine. There is an advantage to looking aged I guess as everyone wants to help and make sure youre okay. Consideration for the elderly. Anyway I couldnt believe how successful my talk was, I wasnt expecting it at all. Out of this I have been asked to give a talk on my book at the local library which is in the process of being organised. It was a pleasure to tell Rocks story to such nice people, even though he is no longer here, through his story he is still helping people which is very satisfying to me. See more
07.01.2022 My two books My Journey With Dementia and Twin Connections are now available from my website. Check them out on barbaraandrewsauthor.com I would appreciate any feedback. Have a nice day!
07.01.2022 My book My Journey with Dementia was written to help the many families going through the journey at the moment. It is a heartbreaking time and I know if I had been able to read someone elses story I wouldnt have felt so alone. It has already helped so many people Australia wide which makes me so happy as that is the very reason I wrote it. My Journey with Dementia is available at myjourneywithdementia.com
06.01.2022 I now have a website for my book My Journey With Dementia. It is available at a discounted price via my printer. He posts all orders direct. The website is intertype.com.au/my-journey-with-dementia/ Have a look and see what you think. Please do me a favour and share this post. Thankyou!
03.01.2022 Thank goodness for the cooler weather and the rain, at least it has given our firefighting heros some reprieve. I have heard so many sad stories and Im afraid there will be many more as those poor people go back to what was their home. Who knows if they will have a home, it is so hard to comprehend. Yes, we are all experiencing the smoke but what must it be like for people in the fire areas, they have gone through so much already. The last week has strengthened my belief i...n the humanity of my fellow Australians, they have a heart of gold. We know it is going to be a massive process getting so many people back on their feet to get on with life but with everyones help it will happen. There are so many good hearted people in this world. I am so sad for all the sufffering but at least they know they are not alone. Im a very proud Australian. See more
03.01.2022 Good morning all. Just a little about my book Twin Connections . After reading my story you will be reminded as I am of the powers of us humans, the telepathic connection between us. It is a fascinating subject and with Rockney and I being twins this phenomenon was experienced often throughout our life. We had a connection like no other, he was severely handicapped but the connection between us was unbelievably strong. This telepathic connection is both fascinating and puz...zling, beyond our understanding as humans. This book is of great interest to twins or anyone who knows twins and also to anyone who has an interest in trying to understand the powers of the human being. There is so much we dont know. It would be a great Christmas gift for anyone who has a fascination for the unbelievable. I feel very privileged to have experienced it. My book is available at intertype.com.au/twin-connections/ Now for another photo from the book taken at Cockatoo . Rockney and I with our siblings Margaret, Brian and Lynette. Note once again the closeness of my much loved twin and I.
02.01.2022 Hi everyone. This is a photo from my book again taken at Cockatoo with our sister Lynette and our Mum who was the best mother anyone could have had. A very hot day today so keep cool everyone. Twin Connections is available at intertype.com.com.au/twin-connections/
02.01.2022 I haven't posted for quite some time so I'm here now to tell you both my books are still available, My Journey With Dementia at intertype.com.au/my-journey-with-dementia/ Twin Connections is available at intertype.com.au/twin-connections/ This is good reading weather at the moment and because of Covid restrictions a lot of us are thinking about how we can fill in our time. You will find both books are a good read, especially if you are going through helping a family m...ember or friend suffering with Dementia. My Journey With Dementia tells of my experience over twelve long years not understanding what was happening. My Journey With Dementia will at least remind you that you are not alone. Twin Connections is the story of my life with my treasured twin brother. He lived with Downs Syndrome and was very severely handicapped both physically and mentally. He never uttered a word in his life but he taught me so much about life. I wanted his life story to be known, hence me writing our story so what he went through was not in vain. Please check them out. These are very challenging times at the moment with the threat of Covid and the restrictions. There will be an end if we all do the right thing. I hope this helps. Remember! The sun is always shining. Even on the darkest day A gentle breeze will co e along And blow the clouds away. The sun will then shine down on you And a gentle shower of rain Will wash away your troubles And you will smile again. See more
01.01.2022 Here I am again. This photo of Rockney and I isnt in the book Twin Connections but I thought I would post it anyway just to show you how old these photos are. I would say they were taken with a Box Brownie camera which the young ones of today wouldnt even know about. I am 76 years old now so this photo would have been taken 72 years ago. History in itself, everything we write about our past is creating history to leave behind. Very important. Sorry about my soapbox but I am very passionate about leaving our story behind for generations to come. Tomorrow I will be posting a very nostalgic photo, well for me anyway. Dont forget to like and share this page. Twin Connections is available at intertype.com.au/twin-connections/ a Christmas gift with a difference.
01.01.2022 Im sitting here thinking I think too much maybe But theres no-one to share my thoughts with So Ill have to wait and see ....... What 2020 has in store My resolution is to live in the now, Not to worry about what may emerge It may not happen and Ill cope somehow. I wish for peace for everyone For happiness and good health For a feeling of love and security Is more important than wealth. Ill always be there for my family Ill be there for my friends For all who have crossed my path in life My love to you I send. Happy New year to everyone everywhere.
01.01.2022 I wish everyone a happy Christmas Day tomorrow. I am hoping all the horrible fires are out and those hero firefighters can be home with their families for Christmas.
