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Monthly Archives: April 2006
Temperature
The outside thermometer tells me that the temperature is slightly above 10 degrees. Come on grass – grow! Come on blossom – blossom! Come on trees – tree! Come on you lazy soul – unlazy!
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Hope in the clouds
No, this is not another Christian poem….. You have probably seen the website of the Cloud Appreciation Society, but I only found it after looking for some inspiration in the face of the continuing chilly spring. I liked this bit … Continue reading
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Safely home
Arriving safely home led to thoughts of what constitues home. Is it driving into the village? Is it turning into the driveway? Is it putting the key in the lock? Is it putting the kettle on for a cup of … Continue reading
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Is it true?
Is it true? Yes – is it true? Will hoping make it so? Hope is the beginning of faith.
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Rest
The church rests waiting for destiny to make its mark. The world wonders hoping for love impossible love.
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Why Good?
How can we call this Friday Good? Because love overcame evil and courage stayed the course.
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Foot washing
Jesus washes the feet of his friends they wriggle, uncomfortable at the gentleness of his hands, and the insistance of his love.
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Peripatetic Easter
Off travelling for a few days. A most unusual occurrence for me at Easter-tide. Let’s hope there is not too much traffic – or snow for that matter.
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Central heating
Thank goodness for an electric hook-up point and central heating.
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