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The House at Pooh Corner is in amongst my Practical Theology books. That is where it belongs. There is a lot we can learn from Pooh and friends.

Don't go away Swallows!

Why do all the furry caterpillars in Balvicar seem to be intent o­n crossing the road? Some have a better sense of direction than others – they cross the tarmac at right angles. Others are o­n a diagonal, and o­ne … Continue reading →

Sent off this year's tax return yesterday – a whole fortnight early. No headache so far; that will come when I try to understand the calculation by the tax officer.

Funny the things that go round in o­ne's head. This morning I was thinking about the differences between compassion and pity. Pity is a very damaging way to feel about someone. It is remote and uncostly. Compassion o­n the other … Continue reading →

Speech Therapy went well yesterday – I am now o­nto short phrases. Easy o­nset voicing – is the technique of the week. It is all about imagining an open throat and silent hhhhh at the beginning of words. What a … Continue reading →

It is amazing what can be done from o­ne's computer these days. I have been busy walking the web looking for deals in motor caravans. It seems that the boating days are over.

This time of not researching, writing and preaching sermons is very odd. But I have been reading what other people say….. Today, I offer you this extract from Thomas Merton. God never does things by halves. He does not sanctify … Continue reading →

At last the boat insurance is being settled. Mind you, we will believe it when we see the cheque!

It is fascinating how familes and groups of people have their own special languages and folklore. Nicknames for instance, stick for a lifetime. We have a new o­ne in our house. It has been under the sea. So items which … Continue reading →