Leunig

So this week, Leunig died. I didn't know him, nor even follow him. But living in Melbourne in the early 90's and visiting Victoria frequently enough since, I have seen his presence in the media over many years. He was a gifted comic artist and a satirical one too. I never pretended to understand most of what I saw in his art, but what I did understand was that is was clever. In the article reporting his death, they posted the following piece of his. It rang a bell with me.

I think he has it right. I am no fan of the nonsense hippie movement, and associated inner-looking workings. So saying love is the answer sounds a lot like that. But Leunig's message is apt. It recognises that love is the answer, albeit sometimes a fucking hard one. That is the message I have been trying to send my boys. In being respectful, gracious, patient and kind to each other, well put all those things together, and what I am saying is just love each other boys. It is as simple and difficult as that. Rest In Peace Mr Leunig.