Ange Kenos, an ex-Australian navy official, is an honorary judicial officer and celebrant as well as researcher. We asked him to share what he has been up to during COVID-19.
What have you been reading?
Actually I have written a small book on 1821 for AHEPA and our 2021 commemorations. So I have read much including rereading the great books by Prof Richard Clogg who is a member of Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis’ 1821 Committee
What are you watching?
Boring me, as I read your questions I was watching Federal Parliament Question Time. Been a “fan” since 1972.
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What music are you listening to?
Well how does anyone go past the fabulous CDs from the great Rythmos radio station.
What are you cooking?
I am preparing to make Spanokopita in a couple of days time, as my late yiayia taught her grandson.
What is keeping you sane at the moment?
That is easy. My family. And that includes our second granddaughter, born in September although I have only seen her twice so far.
What is work like for you now?
Technically, I have been retired for years and spend most of my time in different volunteering roles. But I did try to re enlist in the Australian Navy after the federal Treasurer told us ”oldies” to work longer; but the Navy is very ageist and so despite having certain vacancies for 3 years, they won’t budge.
What’s something positive you’ve witnessed or experienced since COVID-19 entered our lives?
Justices of the Peace still helping people. RSLs still holding commemorative services. AHEPA feeding those in need. A friend of mine who has mowed neighbours’ lawns.
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What have you learned about yourself during COVID-19?
What else can I say other than how much I have missed seeing my three children and their spouses, and my two grand children. And missing them really hurts. NOTHING else matters outside of family.
Where’s the first place you’d like to visit in Hellas once travel is allowed?
What a toughy! Obviously we would land in Athens first but would I prefer lovely Xylocastro and my wife’s cousins or Ioannina and my cousins. Very tough question, but I would finish having been to both, plus more.
