Old favourites are struggling to survive- our soil has clay deposits that go rock-solid in the sun, but quickly slide into soggy suet-pudding-textured-goo in winter. … More Rethinking- Look, See, Pray
Life up here was tough and often short. Today, some of the houses are “second homes” for city folk; most of the others are used in the tourist trade. It has become a quiet backwater where nothing much happens. … More Footsteps- Look, See, Pray
If the first peacock you ever saw was white- you’re in for a shock. Most peacocks are very brightly coloured. How will you adapt to something so different? … More Being Different- Look, See, Pray
Here is a very black Rook, perched outside on a really bright sunny day. Should be easy to photograph, you’ve got all the light you could possibly need, and the bird is staying still. What’s the problem? … More Easy? Look, See, Pray
Quick to judge, the sailors condemn the Mariner, and blame him for their many troubles. … More Beware the Albatross- Look, See, Pray
I looked; I saw. Now my reflection on this becomes a prayer of thanksgiving and comfort. I hope it may also become yours. … More I Spy… Look, See, Pray
If your only contribution to a debate or a crisis is noise, you’re not helping. … More Not Helping- Look, See, Pray
Just think- if I hadn’t spotted it indoors, I might never have seen it at all. I know nothing about it: it’s probably common, but maybe I have discovered a rare visitor that will earn a plaque on the wall of the Natural History Museum. (I won’t hold my breath waiting!) … More Spotted! Look, See, Pray
Fireworks are used to mark important occasions or people. We set them off for New Year, or for civil or religious reasons. Not good for pets, but they satisfy the childish human desire for sparkles, bangs, and pretty lights. … More Fireworks & Faithfulness- Look, See, Pray
So, three genuine concerns with one thing in common: I am nearly powerless to influence any of them. … More Too Many? Look, See, Pray
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