My PlaceTraces the experiences of Sally Morgan's life, growing up in Perth in the 50s & 60s. Through the memories and images of her childhood and adolescence, vague hints and echoes begin to emerge and a fascinating story unfolds - a mystery of identity, complete with clues and suggested solutions. |
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... Babyland , it had been very important that you kept your feet clean , that was why we were never allowed off the verandahs , and now here I was with black , sandy feet . I was sure my new House Mother would be very cross with me ...
... Babyland , it had been very important that you kept your feet clean , that was why we were never allowed off the verandahs , and now here I was with black , sandy feet . I was sure my new House Mother would be very cross with me ...
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... Babyland . They often needed comforting at night . They'd turn their faces into the pillow and cry , because they knew if Miss Moore heard them , she'd give them a smack . She hated being disturbed at night . I couldn't stand it if they ...
... Babyland . They often needed comforting at night . They'd turn their faces into the pillow and cry , because they knew if Miss Moore heard them , she'd give them a smack . She hated being disturbed at night . I couldn't stand it if they ...
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