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…
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‘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….
‘Wings To Fly’
Sometimes I will jot down a phrase – or even just a word – that I have either read or heard – that speaks to me – and save it to ponder on at a later date. ‘Wings to fly’ – was one of those small phrases that has continued to stay with me –…
‘Waiting For The Right Time’
These past weeks have been so interesting – as I have watched the seeds I planted sprout up – and then – nurtured my seedlings – and watched them grow. All the windowsills in the house are full of them – and lovely though it has been to watch them each day – I have…
‘Living With Hope’
As my thoughts turn towards Easter – the one word that springs to mind – is ‘HOPE’. For – I am sure that – in the Biblical account of all that happened during that time – there were many who – having had their lives turned upside down – would have been clinging onto ‘…
‘The Wind’
The past weekend saw many people suffer – because of Storm Darragh – which brought strong winds and rain to many parts of our country. I am so thankful that we suffered only minimal damage – but I have to say that the sound of that wind was rather scary – and we were so…
‘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…
Inspirational thoughts from everyday life 