Cindyt's+journal

In period 5 & 6, all the year 10’s were waiting patiently for our special Aboriginal guest to arrive to talk about the spirituality of aborigine culture and traditions. Although he was a bit late, it was worth the wait. Our Aboriginal Guest’s name was Boori Pryor, also known as (Monty) was not what I expected. Honestly, I was not looking forward to have my bottom on the ground for two whole periods listening to some stranger ramble on about his culture and traditions. Though I was taken by surprise as he was different from what I excepted. You could tell from his body language that he was a very enthusiastic and outgoing, and indeed the incursion turned out to be most hilariously entertaining. He shared with us his personal stories and regardless of the heart breaking ending, he turned it around and made each and every one listening bring tears in their eyes. No not tears of sorrow but tears of laughter. Starting off, he told us his story about his dad. His dad had worked for 75 years without any pay because why? Because he was aboriginal. The time had arrived where they received a letter from the government with two thousand dollars, bribing their way in for forgiveness. Two thousand is not enough compensation for 75 entire years. He did not take it. Every person is worth more than that. He also told stories from his childhood and school life. He was a person who did not let anyone step all over him.