Monthly Archives: November 2004

Him Behind The Wheel nearly broke an old telly and himself, trying to get both of them down from the loft. It is the kind of thing that makes people call their elders silly. Let's hope it is wanted in … Continue reading →

It used to be sufficient for orchestral musicians and accompaniests to be good at playing the music. Now they have to have long blonde hair and wear stunning evening gowns. (Yes, the women in case you are in any doubt.) … Continue reading →

This modern translation of Deuteronomy 32 illustrates the God we would all like. It is by William J O'Malley SJ. Out in the desolate, wind-worn wilderness God went,the relentlessly patient Father or runaway souls.Fearful of his wrath, I huddled from … Continue reading →

Why do there have to be queries o­n my tax return every year? I guess it is me.

A better hair day today. Judi Dench and no fuss. Yes – I went to the hairdresser and got sorted. Now I shall have to consider a purple wig and a new hat.

I have to say something about the National Health Service. They often get a bad press, particularly in this area where the future of our local hospital has been under threat because of restrictions o­n doctor's working hours and the … Continue reading →

I am having a Bad Hair Day…..

I saw a wonderful cartoon recently: picture two frames. In the first a small child with a bright smile o­n her face; she is opening the curtains of her bedroom, looking at the sky and saying, Thank you Lord, it's morning. … Continue reading →

Faith is often nothing more than a series of doubts vanquished by love. Michel Quoist

It has just hit me that my Sixtieth Birthday Year will soon be running out. It hasn't exactly been a great year healthwise, but I can still get a few wishes fulfilled. So first off it is to be hunting … Continue reading →