As I came downstairs this morning – the first thing I looked at – as always – was the sky. I am always fascinated by it’s variety – at the way it’s never the same – each day – even on grey mornings there is something different to see. This morning there were some dark clouds – but…

There’s no way that we can deny that Spring has really and truly arrived – there are signs of it wherever we look – glorious swaths of daffodils waving their pretty heads in the wind crocuses splashing their colour with joyous abandonment delicate blossoms sprouting from what were not too long ago bare branches  …

It’s such a blessing to meet so many wonderful volunteers – I meet them weekly – work alongside them – see them daily – as they give of their time – their skills – their gifts – so unstintingly – so graciously – so joyously – and in so doing bless many on the way. Not…

How refreshing it has been to read news from a friend that was ‘honest’ – that spoke of her feelings – as she has recently begun a journey with cancer – that spoke openly – honestly about her fears – her anger – shock – disbelief. She opened herself up – made herself vulnerable – by being…

Looking out across the open countryside this morning I was suddenly struck with how easily I can become accustomed to this wonderful view – and – if I’m not careful – can begin to take it for granted. I recall a few years ago when we lived close to the sea – how I loved…

It seems that everywhere I go these days I see snowdrops – those ‘little drops of hope’ – a reminder to us that the winter is ending – spring is on the way – the hope of longer days – more light – the first of the flowers and blossoms that brighten our days. Some grow in…

I have never done this on my blog before – but want to share something that my brother reposted on Facebook this morning – and that touched my spirit as I read it – When God created woman he was working late on the 6th day – an angel came by and asked, “Why spend so…

After a few days of glorious sunshine – albeit cold -yesterday was a wet blustery day – and as I had an appointment to attend – I needed to venture out! This was not a big problem for me – except for the lack of regular public transport in our area – one of the realities…

Recently I have been so impressed at finding out that so many people that I know have talents that I never knew about – they really are so talented – and I have to confess that I feel as though my talents fade into insignificance – in comparison with theirs. I guess I have always had…

The darkness is beginning to lift as I wait for the dawning of this new day – so far – the skies seem heavy – grey – not holding out much promise – making me wonder if the day will bring much brightness at all. Suddenly – into my vision appears a tiny robin – hopping swiftly…