Bluebells – The Reflectionary

The Joy of Exploring- Look, See, Pray

February 10, 2022

The adult in me immediately worries about losing the littl’un, her having an accident, maybe a rampaging fire-breathing dragon leaping from behind the beech trees, or simply risking sensitising Mary-Jane to pollen and a lifetime of hayfever. I’m a RESPONSIBLE person (who worries too much). My inner child-self says “Go for it, kid! Run, explore, discover bees and bluebells, birdsong and trees to play in!” … More The Joy of Exploring- Look, See, Pray

Better than Perfect? – Look, See, Pray

March 5, 2020

It is humbling to recognise the faith of a believer who will shortly embrace an eternity that is better than the perfection of any earth-bound lifetime. Such faith rings very true for me since my own encounter with cancer- facing your own mortality does focus the attention rather thoroughly! My cancer has been successfully treated, but I still don’t know the length of life that remains. Long or short, in sickness or in health, God is and must still be the “strength of my heart and my portion forever.” … More Better than Perfect? – Look, See, Pray

This ol’ tree – Look, See, Pray

April 30, 2019

I have learned a great deal, and been the receiver of great kindnesses and encouragement. I thank God for all of these Christian communities, and even for the lessons gained from those I have disagreed with! … More This ol’ tree – Look, See, Pray

Promise Kept- Look, See, Pray

April 12, 2019

This Easter, we can use the bluebells to remind us of the promise kept. Every year, the bluebells rise from the dark earth and herald joyous Life. It is hard to be miserable in a bluebell wood- and hard to be sad when Jesus rises from the dark Tomb and shines the Light of the World with the fragrance of Holy Love. … More Promise Kept- Look, See, Pray

Forever Grateful

May 4, 2018

Reeds sigh and rustle as ducks do their thing, with eight balls of fluff who scurry and swim. There is that cormorant hanging out to dry, with terns taking turns at posting themselves. … More Forever Grateful