I am so blessed most weeks – to enjoy having flowers in the house. This week – I had glorious vases of daffodils – and so – no surprise I guess – my thoughts immediately turned to Spring. The weather was dark – grey and wet – and yet there was a real sense of…
‘A Positive Attitude’
It’s been interesting this week – to note that I have come across the same quote more than once – and so I thought it was worth giving some thought to it. The quote is as follows – “Life is ten percent what happens to you – and ninety percent how you react to it”…
‘An Open Mind And Spirit’
I was realising the other day – just how much more open I am – to change in my life – as I get older. I’m not just thinking of the external changes – that most of us come across on life’s journey – but the changes that have come about – in my mind…
‘Face The Sun’
I was thinking the other day – about how I would describe the beginning of this new year – for our family. There are a number of adjectives that I could use – words like – disruptive – messy – noisy – busy – and so I could go on. But yet again – I…
‘Celebrations And Traditions’
I find it interesting – that the origins of so many of our Christmas traditions – have derived from pagan celebrations – many of them connected to the celebration of the winter solstice. Over the centuries – many traditions have formed – making Christmas a multifaceted celebration – that goes beyond religious observance – as…
‘Recapturing The Wonder’
This week – on seeing a beautiful video of a friend’s new grandchild – I found myself filled with fresh wonder – at this miracle of new life. There is something that pulls on my heartstrings – when witnessing this amazing event – of new life – and somehow – it never ceases to make…
‘A Different Approach’
This Christmastime – I have decided to do something different. Anyone that knows me well – will not be surprised – for I do love change – and a challenge. With the season fast approaching – – I found myself slightly dis-satisfied – with the way I usually ‘do’ – my Christmas cards. It’s something…
‘Light Up The Darkness’
I’m excited because this weekend we’re going to buy our Christmas tree. But – not only that – the house will be decorated – with candles and lights. I love it – because on these short days – when we are in so much darkness – those lights just make me feel so much better….
‘The Soul Thrives in Mystery’
More and more these days – I find myself thinking about life. It may have something to do with the fact that I am getting older – looking back on my life – as well as experiencing the loss of many – who were once a part of my life too. And so – I…
Inspirational thoughts from everyday life 