Recently I visited Cyprus and learned that it was famous in antiquity for it’s copper. A complex of rooms, which functioned as an industrial quarter for copper was excavated in the ancient city of Kition, now Larnaca city. These rooms were in direct access from the Great Temple of the goddess Aphrodite. Aphrodite, who was known as the goddess of love and beauty, was also worshipped as the protector of metallurgy. 

Recently a pair of my favourite silver and copper earrings were purchased as a birthday gift. The recipient is an active member of the NSW parliament. I was incredibly proud to see that she was wearing my earrings while raising the question in parliament about the date we celebrate Australia Day not being inclusive and then later in social media reminding young people to register to vote for the upcoming postal survey on marriage equality. Aphrodite must be active spreading love. So refreshing to hear one of our political leaders actively seeking to include everyone. And that's gold!!!