The Marmalade Wars - The Battle for Old Australia - Part one
Stories like this one - The Battle of Dusty Gulch, ( just out of Longreach ) or the biblical classics, aren’t just entertainment; they’re a mirror and a compass.
We need them to stay human because they sneak past our cynicism and self-importance, reminding us of what matters: courage in the face of monsters, kindness amid chaos, and the messy beauty of coming together....old cats, young rats, purple-haired grannies, and all that we know matters.
In a world that’s often too literal, too divided, or too numb or dumb, parables wrap truth in a story we can chew on, laugh at, and carry with us. They humanise us by showing us ourselves, not as flawless heroes, but as flawed, quirky creatures who still manage to save the day with a jar of marmalade or a well-timed pounce. Without them, we’d lose that spark of wonder and connection that keeps us grounded.
We need these tales. They’re not just fluff; they’re a lifeline to our better selves. Dusty Gulch, with its crazy crappy corniness proves it: a parable doesn’t have to be solemn to be profound. It can be ridiculous and still hit home, keeping us human in the wildest way possible. Even Redhead is starting to get it.
So sit back, enjoy and consider this: laws that stifle freedom of speech may also stifle freedom of imagination... or, in actual fact, make imagination more active. Which is it? Our education system is stifling children's imaginations. Who are we without the wonder of " What if.. "
The human need for these stories doesn’t vanish - it just shifts shape. Restrictions might scare off the timid, but they fire up the bold, making parables a lifeline that either shouts or sneaks through the cracks...... so off we go into an incredible battle... for the very soul of Australia.......
read the article here
https://patriotrealm.com/index.....php/3989-the-marmal
