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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
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Medical check up time
It’s the time of year for medical mot’s and ‘flu jabs. We are so lucky in Dalamory with our health care that it is a pleasure to review everything. Patients are wholly involved in their ongoing care and there is … Continue reading
We’re back
Yes – we’re back. Misty looks as if she is saying Oh no please don’t take me home. She loves her trips in the motorhome. This Autumn we spent some time in the north of Scotland and managed to escape … Continue reading
Blogging Break
Out of internet touch for a few days…. Will catch up soon
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Animal Blessing Service
Misty and I were sorry we were unable to be there, but listening to this and watching the blessing of the animals helped us to feel part of it. We humans owe so much to our companion animals.
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Tagged Animal Blessing Service, cats, Companions, dogs, Misty, St Mary's Episcopal Cathedral
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A lifelong reader
Of course a “reader” in the context of a blog is entirely different to a reader of books. I am both a blog reader and an avid lover of books and all things bookish. Now I don’t want you to … Continue reading
Happiness
Last night I had a very real dream, almost a nightmare in fact. I was working in a church where there was a very busy congregation, each person wanted or needed me urgently. Different factions tried to wield influence and … Continue reading
Boundaries
You know how sometimes you have “those” moments when somehow things go wrong, and instead of cursing gently, you stop, think and reconsider. Well that has happened to me this afternoon. I found the appropriate photograph, tweaked the exposure and … Continue reading
Add a touch of sparkle
Don’t have a heart attack wondering if I am suddenly going out of character and running off to sea. This particular vessel is part of a cruising line – Regent Seven Seas Navigator. I’ve just had a very interesting ship … Continue reading
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Tagged cruising, Dennis and Pam, friendship, holidays, Panama Canal, Puerto Rico, radio telephone, Regent Seven Seas Navigator
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All are welcome
This is what I needed today…. thank you for passing it on Mrs Gerbil
Shopping
Today’s expedition was a drive over the hill to the little metropolis of Inveraray. Shopping consisted of a new full-length Jack Murphy raincoat. This is the most important article of clothing for an Argyllshire winter. My old coat is looking … Continue reading