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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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The moon
It was raining last night so I thought there was no chance of seeing the eclipse of the moon. Suddenly, the clouds thinned and there was the last quarter of the moon, the rest being shadowed blood red as the … Continue reading
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Living in the country
Okay so the computer did not arrive yesterday. We do live in the country after all. At least I was given a tracking number from the manufacturer. It seems that a) the carrier has let them down; and b) computer … Continue reading
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Exciting Day
Another busy day here in Dalamory. I ordered a new PC last week and it is due to be delivered today. If it does arrive, and if it all works OK (especially the Windows Vista stuff) – I shall give … Continue reading
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Happy March
First of March, my birthday month…….always a chance to have a whole month of treats. Today, Him Behind the Wheel disappeared behind my closed study door. A lot of banging, swearing and noise ensued for some considerable time, including his … Continue reading
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Tests
Off to hospital today for some unmentionable tests. Just routine (and precautionary) to them…..not like that for me. Still, as I have said before, we are well served with our medical care in this rural region.
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Rainy Day
Another rainy day here in Dalamory. Twenty miles to the east there is heavy snow and the roads are blocked. Four hundred feet up and the hills are swathed in white. Seems like a day for staying put. Him Behind … Continue reading
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Joiners
Still not expecting joiners and they still haven’t arrived – even although they promised temporary access would be done last week.
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Sprung through the old
This joyful sign of spring makes me think of how the new can makes its way through the old. Some of the blooms had actually pierced their way right through the autumn leaves. Reactionaries of the world beware!
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