Sipping Champagne through a Straw: Beyond good enough

 is a unique tale about a migrant daughter. It introduces Maria, who born in Slovenia and seemingly destined for a life of poverty, 

exploitation and abuse, pursues a childhood dream for a better life that sustains her through an unhappy childhood; especially trying through 

World War II. Milena, born in Australia with such a severe disability that it is strongly believed she will never live life as others do. 

Milena shares her struggle with feelings of unworthiness that stem from a childhood of continual societal rejection which in the end influences her to 

make a decision she regrets. But like her mother, she has courage and determination, and finally takes control of her own destiny after a long journey 

of self-discovery.