All I have to say is this. I love Francis and Eugine. They part raised me from 1979 till 1984. They are my surrogate parents. My friendship with Dan may have faded- sadly, but I know he would understand my love for his parents; after all our respective parents were the only ones we would tolerate kissing us- kids are strange, but we have that understanding and love for each others folks. Eugine was the dad I had at Kirribilli - the other weekend I lived. He was cool and taught me to fish and always told it straight; there was no bullshit with him. I miss him and the innocent times I had growing up in the most remarkable place on the planet- nobody would ever believe. I miss you too buddy- my one best friend in life, and God I wish I could go back and do things better. Your mate, Shane.

I don't know whether my other post got through. There was an amazing time in my childhood- A time which nobody would believe. My playground was Sydney Harbour with camp fires at night over-looking the city. My surrogate mother and father were the best i could have ever had. I trusted, loved and needed them. They were Francis and Eugine. I don't know what happened to Dan and I's friendship, but all I know is that I was a part of your family for three years. I love you guys; all of you, and feel your loss. Shane.