So often at this time of year – our thoughts turn to speculation – as to what the coming year may have in store for us. Looking back over the past year – and possibly even the past few years – we hope for better things. Plans are often made – resolutions put into place…

As I sit to write this blog post – my intention is to convey my heartfelt desire – that everyone reading it would experience the true spirit of peace – hope- and love – that the Christmas story portrays – and my ‘prayer’ is this – “May the spirit of Christmas bring you Peace –…

Life is probably far more challenging than usual for most of us – during the hard financial times we find ourselves in – I find myself challenged – to live in a way that recognises that however difficult my life may seem – I still consider myself very fortunate – and certainly do not lack…

I have been on the receiving end of some wonderful hospitality this week – and my soul has been blessed. There was such a warm welcome extended by the hosts – time given for all the guests to greet one another – followed by a wonderful meal – around a table of interesting conversations. I…

This morning I was peddling away on my exercise bike – something I try to do each day – when I said to myself – “enough – I need to stop before I push myself too far”. This got me thinking of the number of times when – particularly as I have got older –…