Closing Loops, One Show at a Time

Twenty-one years ago I watched Speedmouse performed by the The Umbilical Brothers.

It was my first Australian show.

Back then, I was simply laughing.I had no idea that Australia would become one of my homes for over two decades.

Last week, I watched them again.

And it struck me: this would be my final Australian show before leaving.

Not dramatic.

Not tragic.

Just…

poetic.

🌊

When I bought those tickets on December 21st, 2025, I had a completely different picture of how this chapter would unfold.

Life, however, edits without asking for approval.

As Ned Kelly allegedly said, “Such is life.”

And as Virginia Satir taught, what truly matters is how we respond.

I used to think certainty was maturity. Now I think adaptability is.

🏄‍♂️

The past three months have carried more change than some entire years.

And yet, looking back over 21 years here — I see coherence.

Laughter and hardship.

Friendship and friction.

Ambition and humility.

All of it necessary.

Because how do I know Life develops in the right way?

Because these are the events that have happened in my reality.

And here I am.

❤️

I’m selling furniture. Giving things away.

Organising a one-way trip to the Americas.

Do I know it’s the best move? No.

Do I know it’s the least worst right now? Yes.

And that is enough.

This is one of my farewells to Australia.

If you’ve been part of this journey — thank you.

It feels less like a goodbye, and more like the inhale before a new act begins.

And if there’s one thing 21 years have taught me…

It’s that the next act is always better performed when you’re fully in it.