The first sight of snowdrops is always a welcome one. They are the first flowers to bloom along the hedges of my garden adding magical sparkle to the drab lawn. Though the weather may argue to the contrary with its…
Compassion Stones by Carolin Post
I first met Carolin Post just two weeks ago while I was browsing through the #1000Speak posts. As I scrolled down the Facebook page, a picture of a painted stone jumped out at me. The story behind it was even…
From Humble Beginnings – #1000Speak
#1000Speak Beginnings It barely feels like a year has passed since I joined the 1000 Voices for Compassion. I am proud to be one of the original 1000 bloggers involved in this movement. I thoroughly enjoyed contributing my…
Someone to Lava…
We took the girls on an outing to the cinema. We were running late as usual, it seems always to be the way. They giggled into the cinema leaving a popcorn trail as we tried to find our seats in…
Chasing the Fae…
This is a time of year for reflection, for pondering and for weighing up the good and the bad of the last year. For me it was a year of great change. I’ve escaped a job I’d grown weary of…
Old haunts…
Liverpool Castle is neither in Liverpool, nor a real castle. It is a folly, a beautiful, whimsical replica of the original that once stood on the banks of the River Mersey. It is also one of my favourite childhood haunts.…
A Change of Scenery
We’ve spent the summer holidays camping and pottering around our little woodland. We’ve enjoyed sharing it with family and friends, and I also managed to grab a few precious moments of solitude. It’s a place I never tire of, but…
I see trees of green…
I see trees of green, Red roses too. I see them bloom, For me and you. And I think to myself, What a wonderful world. It’s such a glorious time to wander round the woodlands. I amble slowly enjoying the…