So I spent the weekend on a farm near Ballarat. It’s where one of the most beloved people in my life now lives with her partner (a farmer). It really was fantastic to see her and where she lives. Got to sleep in a swag under the stars as well - beautiful.

So what do you do when you’re on a farm? First of all you enquire about 600 cc trail bike you spy in the shed. “Sure off you go” comes the reply and off you go. I was getting a bit of air as well which was ace fun.

So in a similar vein, when said farmer walks out into a paddock, puts down a target, walks back and you a .22, you take it and have a few shots at the target* (I’m not a bad shot either).

But then you realise that your friend has taken photos of you that could come across as being quite similar to some photos taken of senior AWB officials in Iraq. And you think to your self, I’m an activist. There’s a reasonable chance that one day I’ll be in the media spot light. These are photos that could prove problematic for a peace activist.

Make mental note: Stay close friends with photographer.

*On a political note, I’ve no real problem with guns per se. They should be well regulated and, and are, so shooting at a target in the safe confines of a farm is not a problem at all. Farmers need guns and I respect their right to use them.