‘Weak Of Body / Strong In Spirit’

I was listening to a podcast the other day – and a short snippet that was said – really encouraged – and inspired me – I quote – ” Sometimes the deepest growth – is when the body weakens – and the soul can finally speak – sometimes we need the weakening of strength –…

‘Slowing My Pace / Riding The Waves’

Over recent days – I have started to attempt to get back into my early morning walks. I have missed walking so much – with the osteoarthritis in my knee and foot getting worse – and so it was with great determination that I set off -and I am pleased to say – I have…

‘My Aging Body’

Daily – I am realising – that this aging body of mine simply cannot go on at the same pace it once did. Things that were once easy – are becoming more and more of a challenge – or as this quote puts it – I have reached an age – where my mind says…

‘Those Bursts Of Sunshine’

So many days recently – have been cold and dismal – the sky hanging like a dull grey blanket – yet – there have been those moments – when the sun has broken through. Maybe it’s only been for a very short time – yet – has allowed me to see a transformed landscape –…

‘It Could Be Worse’

I have to admit that I don’t like the cold – and these last few days have felt very cold to me! Yet – the thought struck me that – where I live – we are certainly not experiencing as much cold and disruption as many other areas are. Our roads are mainly clear –…

‘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 –…