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The life and thoughts of Freda Marshall, a retired Church of Scotland minister living amongst the mountains and glens of Argyll.Pages
Monthly Archives: December 2007
Explanation
Perhaps I should have explained that yesterday’s picture of the opportunist mouse at the birdnuts, was actually taken by friends. I was speaking with them on skype and delighted by their description of the interloper, so suggested they take a … Continue reading
Mouse opportunist
Sweet to look at – but only if outside the house!
Yesterday morning
Picture the scene: yesterday morning, me just out of the shower, dripping everywhere and the telephone rings. It is the Interim Moderator (minister in charge during a vacancy) for our parish church. It turned out that the preacher for the … Continue reading
Advent
In this the darkest season of the year begins the Christian time of Advent. It is all about waiting and watching, hoping and trying to have faith. When I worked in the parish it was one of my favourite times; … Continue reading
December
December again – time to think about Christmas shopping and festive cheer. But sometimes it is hard to do that in the face of suffering. Today we are asked to think about all the millions suffering from HIV and Aids. … Continue reading