Category Archives: Blog

Life as it is

Posted on January 13, 2011 by freda

Readers of long-standing may remember the saga of the porch being built. In the end it took a total of 4 years. However, it is now one of my favourite places to sit and meditate or to read and watch … Continue reading →

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Less aggressive treatment for the elderly

Posted on January 11, 2011 by freda

When I saw the above headline in an article in the Herald, I thought it was going to be about abuse of the elderly. Sadly such abuse is real and ongoing and requires constant vigilance by relatives, friends and visitors. … Continue reading →

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How many ways do I blog thee?

Posted on January 10, 2011 by freda

Friko, over at Friko’s Musings, has written about possible problems that we bloggers face in connection with family, friends, confidentiality and suitability of topics. It set me a-wondering what is in my mind when I write a post. If I … Continue reading →

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Shock to the system

Posted on January 9, 2011 by freda

Normal service nowhere near to being resumed.

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Gluten Free Yogurt cake

Posted on January 4, 2011 by freda

For quite a while I’ve been wanting to try making a yogurt cake. The whole concept intrigued me, and I’ve sampled a couple of really good ones. Today was declared to be still part of the holidays. Well – it … Continue reading →

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The New Year

Posted on January 2, 2011 by freda

At this time of year some bloggers post about New Year Resolutions, others concentrate on their most popular posts and some have even given predictions for 2011. It seems there is a common urge to make a significant impact at … Continue reading →

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Priorities

Posted on December 31, 2010 by freda

I’ve written before about the traditions that surround Hogmanay. Of course it all depends on upbringing and what has been passed down through the ancestors. Mine were a funny lot, being a mixed bunch varying from Baptist tee-totallers to those … Continue reading →

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Blog round up

Posted on December 29, 2010 by freda

This is something new for me, but I thought I would give it a go to include some of the best bits I’ve found in this post-Christmas rest. (Nothing too serious allowed, there’s the rest of the year for that.) … Continue reading →

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The sand moves

Posted on December 28, 2010 by freda

I almost want to say the sand moves and so does my heart – but it seems a bit ott. If you’ve got a few minutes, do have a look and let me know what you think. Thanks to Grumpy … Continue reading →

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The culmination

Posted on December 24, 2010 by freda

The final part of the BBC’s Nativity series had me spell-bound. If you have the opportunity to see it, please do. When it came to the part where the three Magi bow down in total humility before the child I … Continue reading →

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