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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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Reunions
The cat comes back from the cattery today. I wonder what Misty’s reaction will be. She sniffed his scent on the basket yesterday and peered all around, obviously looking for him. The cat, himself, is usually a bit huffy once … Continue reading
Back home
Safely back home after ten days of helping out with grandchildren. Highlights included: laughing a lot; watching children play with the dog in the snow; bedtime stories; shared meals; building memories; a special “church” service devised by the youngsters and … Continue reading
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Reading opportunity
One good thing about internet problems is the opportunity to read more. Hardly any TV this week either, so three good books have filled the gaps very nicely. Adrian Mole: The Prostrate Years by Sue Townsend – a book full … Continue reading
Problems with access
Having problems with internet accessiblity – back online in a week or so.
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Techno – not
It has been one of those days – and all over technology. Well how was I supposed to know that my iphone could, at the touch of the screen, become a giant display? Of course I discovered that it only … Continue reading
hugger mugger
“Hugger mugger” is your phrase of the day. And no prizes for guessing I am reading of 19th century navy exploits by Patrick O’Brien.
Growing old with grace
I was very taken with a passage written by Doris Grumbach (American Writer) on growing old with grace. She encapsulated something wonderful about God and faith too. Growing old with grace must mean that somehow our resentments, selfishness, ambitions, and … Continue reading
West Highland Way
It has been another gorgeous, sunny day and not too cold. So we ventured forth to do a walk on the West Highland Way. Not a very long walk, I hasten to add. A short section of the Tyndrum to … Continue reading
Empire of the Seas
Have watched the final part of Empire of the Seas written and narrated by Dan Snow. Most enlightening, though unfortunately as a nation we don’t entirely come out of it well. However it is fascinating to see the way that … Continue reading
The Question of Evil
The discussion group tonight at Living the Questions will be looking at “Evil, Suffering and a God of Love.” Most apt for my current train of thought. So far, in doing my homework I have come across a quote worth … Continue reading