Tag Archives: death

Giving and caring

Posted on October 21, 2011 by freda

This is a very poignant little video. You may find it beautiful like I did – it resulted in a cathartic release of tears, particularly appropriate to my worries over the NHS. On the other hand, skip it if you … Continue reading →

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That Little Wave – Again

Posted on June 19, 2011 by freda

I love this story…. There is this little wave happily bobbing along in the sea, and then he suddenly sees that the waves all crash onto the shore. Understandably he gets really upset. Then along comes another little wave who … Continue reading →

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Less aggressive treatment for the elderly

Posted on January 11, 2011 by freda

When I saw the above headline in an article in the Herald, I thought it was going to be about abuse of the elderly. Sadly such abuse is real and ongoing and requires constant vigilance by relatives, friends and visitors. … Continue reading →

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The New Year

Posted on January 2, 2011 by freda

At this time of year some bloggers post about New Year Resolutions, others concentrate on their most popular posts and some have even given predictions for 2011. It seems there is a common urge to make a significant impact at … Continue reading →

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Norman Wisdom In Memoriam

Posted on October 5, 2010 by freda

There is so much I could say about growing up and Norman Wisdom. He came across as being funny, endearing and sincere; he was also a favourite of my Mother’s, which meant I got to see him on TV. A … Continue reading →

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Losses and gains

Posted on May 28, 2010 by freda

Unfortunately I have been unable to drive for the last six months because of health problems. However, the day has at last arrived (along with the Certificate of Insurance to prove it,) when I can get behind the wheel again. … Continue reading →

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Sunshine in my life

Posted on May 12, 2009 by freda

Am back from chasing the sun – not abroad, but in the east of the country. Come to think of it, some of the weird and wonderful places visited in the motorhome could be classed as abroad, or even in … Continue reading →

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Past and present

Posted on November 6, 2008 by freda

My mother died 16 years ago. Had she lived she would have been 84 yesterday. I used to think it was cool to have a birthday on Bonfire Night. Correction – in those days “cool” meant not feeling warm enough. … Continue reading →

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So that’s what it’s all about

Posted on October 22, 2008 by freda

Jung said: From the middle of life onward, only he remains vitally alive who is ready to die with life. There is a lot to think about in that statement. But at its heart it makes living the moment more … Continue reading →

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Paul Newman

Posted on September 28, 2008 by freda

I was saddened to hear of the death of Paul Newman yesterday. He was so much a part of my growing up and adult life. Paul Newman lived a credible life both in and out of the public eye and … Continue reading →

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