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The best way

Thank you, Lord, for a new day. For light growing through the dawn And hope flowing through my body. Thank you for all the good things: A rose in bloom; Wind-blown grasses; the busyness of insects; the chattering birds. Thank … Continue reading

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Existentialism in workers

I know, I know, what an odd title. Today there is a central heating engineer at the homestead; he is revamping the rather creaking oil central heating system – especially the electrical side of things. This engineer works on his … Continue reading

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Confession is good for the soul

OK – I confess it: I have been watching Wimbledon. Ideal conditions, drizzle here in Dalamory and fair down south. Nice to see Andy Murray win his first round match in three sets, but I still feel like shaking him. … Continue reading

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Picture of peace

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A Jewish parable

Wisdom indeed – A young woman once said to an old woman, “What is life’s heaviest burden?” The old woman answered, “to have nothing to carry.”

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More and more!

They tried to deliver yet another compost bin. It was generally agreed that as there are already three decorating the garden and rotting away, that a fourth was a bit over the top.

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The deal

So here’s the deal: three times a year instead of six!

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A summer walk

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Anyone for a barbecue?

Look closely at who is ready and waiting.

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Precious moments

Three special moments from yesterday: 1) A woodpecker on the garden nuts; 2) Barbecued chicken; 3) An amazing pink sunset over the mountains. Thanksgiving: a good way to start the day.

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