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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: February 2011
Looking on the bright side
Hello world! The nasty ‘flu is over but I have been given instructions to have a proper convalescence. I was off my feet for a couple of weeks and am now up and pottering about with lots of wee sits … Continue reading
Bedrest
Am recovering from ‘flu and hope to be back online in a week or so.
Marvels of the internet
Google Earth is one of those applications that fascinates me, though I have to confess I am very much a novice at navigating my way around. You can see maps in all sorts of formats and street views are helpful … Continue reading
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Tagged Google Earth, harbours, marine traffic, ports, radio, security, ships
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Sunday Extra
This is a treat. 3 year old Jonathon does some conducting. Well worth a watch. Not only is it amazing, it’s prophetic. Thanks to Allen Power for the link.
Gentle care
Got up this morning to stagger through to the shower, only to discover that my back is still twisted up from a fall I had during the week. (The result of an argument with my desk and a swivel chair.) … Continue reading
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Tagged back-pain, Glenorchy Church, Iona Community, Prayer, recording, Sacred Space, Service, worship
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A perfect church
You know that song, Just a perfect day? Well I found myself wondering today what would constitute a perfect church. I know the old adage that if ever I found a perfect church and joined it or went along, then … Continue reading
Speaking about family
Zach Wahls speaks about his family. Thanks to Mountain Thyme for the link
Toto and Misty
The Wizard of Oz is usually screened at Christmas or holiday time; Him Behind the Wheel had never seen it, so we settled down the other night for some no-hassle viewing. What can be said about a 1939 film with … Continue reading
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Tagged cairn terriers, Courage, Judy Garland, Misty, Toto, Wizard of Oz, yellow brick road
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Reflections
Mountains, clouds, sky reflected in dark pools of mystery, enlightening, enlivening, bringing colour and joy. The pilgrim soul seeks inward, looking for purpose, the reward is clarity ever deepening.