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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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Nelson Mandela 1918-2013
Today – I have to think of Nelson Mandela. He said so many memorable things, he lived his life in a courageous and effective way and he made a difference. Out of all the comments in the media the thing … Continue reading
Enforced day of rest
Waking up around 4-00am HBTW discovers a storm raging round about. In another hour the power goes off. That means no lights, no heating – in other words disorientation. By the time I had surfaced at 07-30am there were candles … Continue reading
Fontanini from afar
This year, the addition to the Fontanini set is to be Bethlehem Birds. They will shortly be winging their way across the Atlantic to Dalamory. I hummed and ahhed about whether to order this set of 5 or a larger … Continue reading
A December Tale
Picture the scene ……… A dull December day with mist on the hilltops and smirry rain in the glen. A house bright with the sounds of laughter and an inquisitive little dog. What’s going on? The Oldies have decided to … Continue reading
Countdown to Christmas
I heard on the radio today, that this particular day is the busiest in the year for online shopping. I guess it made me realise that usually I am much more organised for the countdown to Christmas. Things still to … Continue reading
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In the garden
This is a short video/pic of different aspects of our garden. A friend has been staying and this short film is his work for part of an assessment he is submitting for a course on digital culture. It is of … Continue reading
Good News
Two bits of good news today. Firstly, the doctor was pleased with my tests and my blood pressure – I have been told to go away and have a good Christmas. This I intend to do. However, it does remind … Continue reading
Hairdresser
What does a visit to the hairdresser give? An insight into local politics A discussion of international affairs A who’s who of the Local Authority Star of the week – and what they are wearing Advice on dieting Where to … Continue reading
Thanksgiving
Special thanks today for Son #3 who has spent much of the day in hospital having a nasty abscess drained. Hopefully, he is now well on the mend. He has been much braver than I would have been. Childbirth? Yes … Continue reading
Starlings then and now
When I worked in Glasgow in the 1960s it was an effort on a winter’s evening to dodge the starlings’ droppings. After a long day, office workers spilled out onto the streets to head for the trains and buses home. … Continue reading