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Guess what?
Nobody came……. But I did read this sermon on the net, and at a time when many of the churches are facing hard decisions, it makes us pause for thought. And long for truth and love.
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Lesson in Patience
Today: Waiting for the plumber (to replace a faulty radiator) Waiting for the TV to be delivered Waiting for the builders……….seems like forever. What a day for the lesson of patience.
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Worries
Being worried, upset and afraid is part of the human condition, even when we know logically that there is no point in wasting time fretting. It is all very well reading words in the Bible telling us not to be … Continue reading
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Celebration
Off to a 50th Birthday Party today in a village hall. The relative in question cannot surely be 50! Happy Birthday Kath.
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Dripping tactics
Men have the best line in the drip, drip, drip form of tactics. Him Behind the Wheel has been dropping hints about getting a new TV for months now. I have to admit that it is mad to be renting … Continue reading
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Look again
You have to look carefully to see this is not a mess, but a beautiful reflection. A lot like life really.
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Winter chills
No sooner do I start dreaming of spring than winter hits hard. Minus 7degrees C last night. But the sun is beautiful especially as it glints on the frost.
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Wash and blow dry
Misty isn’t too sure about tea-tree shampoo for dogs. I must admit it does smell a bit butch; so I have promised her something more floral for next time. She does look nice and fluffy nonetheless.
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Reading
It took several hours yesterday to read the Sunday paper…….. not helped by the dog, who kept jumping up on my knee. The combination of warm, comforting canine and rather dull news kept sending me to sleep. Just as well … Continue reading
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Gladness
Do not slip into the swamp of brooding sadness. A glad heart is the puse of human life, and your joy is a gift to everyone – and you. Surprise yourself to distract you from your cares; have the courage … Continue reading
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