If it wasn't for the footprints
we wouldn't know about 'before'
Australia's history we have today
would not make sense anymore.
If it wasn't for the footsteps
which created the path we share
our survival in this landscape
would lead us to nowhere.
If it wasn't for the footpaths
still here from long ago
our heritage in writing
would still reflect our woes.
If it wasn't for the footprints
which were made into the sand
the footprints of first Australians;
our Aboriginal clans.
If it wasn't for their footsteps
which carved the land and lore
Australians could not know a history
from this land that was 'before'.
Zelda Quakawoot (20th century) Australia
Source: Creative Spirits
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