The Road goes ever on- Look, See, Pray
June 23, 2020
I’ll let you into a “secret” – the ending is even better than you can imagine. Read on, if you dare. … More The Road goes ever on- Look, See, Pray
Author: richardthebaptist
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.
Tiny Chapel – Look, See, Pray
June 16, 2020
I remember this tiny chapel from time to time: often when life is busy or full of hassle. Stepping outside my mental cage, I let my soul soar, and those small wooden benches seem to welcome my weary frame once more. … More Tiny Chapel – Look, See, Pray
Look Closer- Look, See, Pray
June 10, 2020
Look at the detail in the wings. Almost like leaded glass, yet tiny and fragile. Minute claws at the end of tiny legs. Multi-faceted eyes. The familiar yellow and black colouration, here for camouflage rather than warning of a dangerous sting. … More Look Closer- Look, See, Pray
Word Forever- Look, See, Pray
June 3, 2020
Days of sunshine, sandwiches and squash. And wasps. That’s how I remember childhood fun, and I still enjoy a nice picnic. … More Word Forever- Look, See, Pray
On the Edge – Look, See, Pray,
May 27, 2020
Keep me safe, O God, for I have come to you for refuge. I said to the LORD, “You are my Master! Every good thing I have comes from you.” The godly people in the land are my true heroes! I take pleasure in them!
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Simplicity – Look, See, Pray
May 20, 2020
Giraffes live an admirably simple life in the UK. They’re all in lock down! This one was photographed at Paignton Zoo, mid-snack, using my first digital camera. (It was a Minolta with limited specifications, but still took some nice photos.) I have spent years wondering what her expression signifies. Is she content, or wishing she had some mayonnaise to make supper more palatable? You decide. … More Simplicity – Look, See, Pray
Strange and scary – Look, See, Pray
May 13, 2020
The photographs were taken at Vancouver Aquarium, where strange shapes move in even stranger ways. Jellyfish- what oddities of creation! Tanks full of them in different colours, semi-transparent, fascinating and scary. Some are very dangerous with a venomous sting that can cripple or kill. Sounds like a virus! … More Strange and scary – Look, See, Pray
Californian Poppies- Look, See, Pray
May 6, 2020
Most of us probably have less heady ambitions. We won’t win “Best of Show” or Gold Medals at Chelsea. But if you put enough tough little poppies in place, we really will make an impact. Maybe I’ll settle for being a poppy… Lord, if you give me some poppies I’ll turn a wasteland orange… … More Californian Poppies- Look, See, Pray
Juggling Otters- Look, See, Pray
April 29, 2020
Forty-seven years ago. 47. Yes, nearly fifty years, and I have the silvery-white beard to prove it. Doesn’t seem possible! I don’t look old enough (and some might say “or behave well enough” but I am a work in progress).
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‘Aving a Giraffe – Look, See, Pray
April 22, 2020
I thought again about those profound words I had been about to type. And changed them- for better words with a bit more humility. All’s well that ends well. Sometimes a little humour unlocks hearts better than big words. … More ‘Aving a Giraffe – Look, See, Pray
The Reflectionary 