Is one super talented lady … an indigenous talented musician, playwright, actress, director, comedian, weaver and mom! A woman who overcame many obstacles to shine her creativity for all to see; an avid reader and lover of nature I feel we have much in common.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ka14nZDyv0s
Leah came to my attention more recently after directing and acting in the movie she wrote “The Drover’s Wife” … then I realised I had seen and heard her before. She is multi-talented and keen to take on challenges; after escaping DV Leah is now with a loving and very involved partner.
The ultimate example of turning adversity into creativity, we can all take a leaf out of her book!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qBddLhajnUk
NB Follow the links and you won’t be disappointed, the first is a 25 minute summary of her life, the second a 3 minute trailer of her film.
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I comment here your latest entry, Kate ,. Your comment box is not open . I like your description of choices of life . You chose freedom and confidence in reason and always near the nature.
Love ❤
Michel
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Thank you so much for sharing her story! Very moving. I hope you are enjoying each day of your trip! 🙂
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sure am … heavy rain and flood waters yesterday. Start the desert run today 😉
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What an extraordinary woman, so strong, talented and determined. “I never say no”. Leah’s certainly an inspiration. Thanks for sharing her story Kate, I really enjoyed watching the documentary. And the film sounds fabulous!
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Yes I’m keen to see it, I’m sure it will come around again.
Started on my journey today … magic trip, warm helpful people 🙂
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Kate, thanks for sharing this inspiration from a very talented person, who has a story to share and tell. I appreciate the opportunity to know Leah Purcell much better.
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Thank you for sharing Leah with us! And for the links to learn more.
She is truly an inspiration!
(((HUGS))) ❤️ 🙂
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Thanks for the links! I am always impressed by talented people who figured out a way past some very big obstacles. It’s an example for us all, whether talented or not. And also makes us more empathetic for those who struggle.
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Thank you Kate for posting this awesome lady and she is so talented. Too good 👍🏼👍🏼
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I found very similar points between you and Leah, Kate ( life and arts)
Love ❤
Michel
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too kind Michel, if I have even a tenth of her talent I will be most content 🙂
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Despite your talents be hidden I saw them all the time in your poetries . I am not alone to see them, Kate . ❤
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Thanks for sharing! The world is full of surprises.
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Thanks for letting us know about this talent Kate. I almost never watch films, but I’m glad to know about her. (K)
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read her book, she also does theatre but here in oz … thanks Kerfe!
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Kate, thank you for introducing me to Leah Purcell. Just watched the first youtube. Will be trying to find, “The Drovers Wife: The Legend of Molly Johnson.” I’ve seen an episode or two of Wentworth but not beyond. Now I want to give it another chance.
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Just watched the film clip Kate..
And agree, we need more leaves out of her book to stand up for truth and for love in protecting those we care for..
Many thanks for sharing her inspirational story. Remarkable. ❤
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appreciate you taking the interest Sue, people like this are awesomely inspirational … they lead by example that we can fulfil our dreams! And we should all be dreaming BIG 🙂
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Exactly lead by Example….. Totally… ❤
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She sounds very talented and successful too!
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she’s worked very hard for that Jina, nothing comes easy for women or indigenous people over here!
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