During the past weeks – I have enjoyed a few days – of being able to walk in the sunshine – with blue skies overhead . It’s been a very unexpected pleasure at this time of year – feeling like – as my friend put it – ‘stolen moments’ – from the summer past. It…
‘Mind Over Matter’
It’s been one of those weeks – when I have really struggled with the pain – and restrictions – of my body. But – I am – what others may refer too – as – ‘stubborn’ – and don’t give in easily – determined not to allow any pain and discomfort to derail me –…
‘Special Moments’
Over many months now – my spiritual journey has taken me along many paths – as I have opened myself up – dared to ask questions – and – I guess put myself in a position to be misunderstood. But – there is one thing that has never changed for me – and that is…
‘The Work No One Sees’
A friend of ours is busy renovating his house – knocking down walls – re-wiring – plumbing – renewing broken tiles etc. In fact – any job that you can envisage – when tackling such a job as he is doing. He is a man who can turn his hand to anything – and always…
‘Autumn Speaks’
I feel so fortunate – to live in the countryside – where I can observe the seasons as they pass – each one bringing their own brand of beauty. As this month unfolds – I am able to witness the colours that belong to the Autumn months – and on those days that are filled…
‘New Season – New Possibilities’
I have spent some time this past week – rekindling my interest in water colour painting – something that has been sorely neglected over the past months. As I reflected on this – I realised – that it has been due mainly to the fact – that the past seasons have been full of so…
‘The Simplicity Of Joy’
One day – while on holiday recently – my husband declared that – ‘it had been a magical day’. Now – although I had planned the day with his happiness in mind – I knew that it was impossible for anyone to fully – ‘create a magical day’ – and in fact – the day…
‘Celebrate Life’
It was a special time this week – as we celebrated my sister in law’s 90th birthday – a big milestone for her – and – although it was simply just a few family and friends – sharing it together – a perfect time to reminisce – and – ‘celebrate life’. It was also a…
‘What Works Best – For Me’
Quite some time ago now – I decided to have a go at sketching – something that I had never really done before. I thought about it – purchased the necessary paper – pencils – and even charcoal – and began to experiment. Although I had moderate success – I recognised that it wasn’t really…
‘Eyes That See’
Over the past few weeks – there have been many posts on social media – of so many happy faces – and wonderful scenes – taken by those on holiday. This past week – I have also seen posts from proud parents – of their children all ready to begin their new school year. However…
Inspirational thoughts from everyday life 