Retired, married to Juliet, and a Christian who loves books, writing, music, nature, gardening, and photography. I'm exploring prayer and spirituality, using my photos to reflect on God and how faith fits into real life: and I hope to stimulate and encourage others to meet with Jesus. Health really matters- and you value it most when there is a risk of losing it! I was unexpectedly diagnosed with colonic cancer, and had successful surgery late in 2019. Love the NHS, God bless them). I am still living with a life-changing condition of fibromyalgia and trying to support others with this illness and other "invisible illnesses." Life has been changed but hope burns eternal. Faith has a deep relevance in good times and tough ones, in sickness and in health. God has been good in my life and has been with me in all these varied experiences.
Going out with a bang- a cherry tree exhibiting a last blast of intense colour before the winds strip the branches bare. So striking, it looked more like a curtain of fire than leaves. The season is changing quickly. There is a temptation to try and carry on as if minor things like weather and … More A Curtain of Flame- Look, See, Pray
“As the crow flies…” is a common saying, which means “to travel in a straight line” instead of taking all the bends and detours of a road. This is used when giving directions to strangers/lost motorists. The phrase offers hope of a short journey, but does not always take account of the reality of the … More Learn from the Crow- Look, See, Pray
Mostly I stayed home today. The storm is now blowing itself out, and rather than post a photo of the waves or floods, I looked out a picture from our Alaskan adventure. (I say “adventure” but we were guided and kept comfortable and safe by the cruise company!) This is Glacier Bay. Majestic, isn’t it. … More Spirit of Adventure- Look, See, Pray
In Britain, weather is a BIG THING. We have a lot of it- and it varies all the time. Our summers are too hot, our winters too cold, spring is always late, and autumn is “wetter than it used to be.” Without weather, what on earth would we talk about? We’ve had plenty of rain … More Rainy Days Get Me Down – Look, See, Pray
Photographing Barn Owls “in the wild” is a specialist job- unless you are VERY lucky! Look at those eyes… and the savagely sharp beak… To be treated with respect and great caution, always. This particular owl is part of a U.K. conservation project; I visited a few years ago, and was recently scrolling through pictures … More Silent Assassin- Look, See, Pray
Photography is about seeing. Some “shoots” are planned carefully: maps, weather apps, and an alarm clock. It’s a great way to take super pictures provided you have patience and technical skills. Heading off to take photos is so satisfying… you never quite know how the day will turn out. Digital cameras means we are taking … More Planned? Look, See, Pray
A fed-up gargoyle- abandoned and swathed in cobwebs. The building is being preserved, but as a showroom of the past instead of its original holy purpose. The expression caught by the sculptor in the stony face, and the resigned air of the arms all serve to brin g out the despair of neglect. Most visitors … More Neglected- Look, See, Pray
This Ostrich: Guilty of attempted G.B.H. (Grievous Bodily Harm) during an assault on an innocent bystander. Also possesses serious weapons: two muscular legs and one sharp beak. Do not let those big brown eyes fool you into complacency. This bird is dangerous and should be behind bars! If you see the Antagonist shown in these … More Guilty – Look, See, Pray
Ever feel like running away from God? … More I can still see you… Look, See, Pray
We get the privilege of being seed-carriers. And the breeze of the Spirit is blowing, in a world of cracks and crannies and inconvenient places where Life can take root. … More Salsify! Look, See, Pray
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